Whole house:

• Remove clutter throughout

• Remove or store trash cans; if present ensure empty and clean

• Remove or store small throw rugs, doormats, etc.

• Straighten furniture

• Hide electrical cords

• Clean/dust all surfaces

• Remove or store personal items from surfaces

  • photo frames

  • tchotchkes/knickknacks

  • clocks

  • paperwork

  • Dust, wash floors

  • Clean mirrors

  • Arrange decorative pillows

  • Turn off televisions, computer screens, and projectors

  • Turn on all lights including lamps

  • Turn off ceiling fans (5 minutes prior to appointment is helpful)

  • Open all curtains, drapes, window coverings

  • Vacuum carpet(s) in a pattern you would like to show in photographs

Kitchen

• Remove refrigerator magnets, photographs, calendars, etc.

• Clear sink of dishes

• Remove or store as much as you can from counters, creating spaciousness

Bedroom(s)

• Put all clothing away in closets or drawers

• Make beds

• Clean under bed(s)

Bathroom(s) - think spa atmosphere

• Remove or store toiletries, tissue boxes, appliances from counters, tubs and showers

• Clean mirrors, sink, tubs and showers

• Remove or store trash cans, plungers, toilet brushes, cleaning supplies, etc

• Toilet seat in down position

• Remove or store bath mats

• Fold any towels present in a manner pleasing to the eye

Pets

• Offsite, in kennel or in garage

• Bowls, food, mats removed or stored

Exterior

• Landscaping and lawn maintained

• Trim shrubs

• Gardens weeded and/or mulched, etc.

• Lawn cleared of leaves and debris

• Clean and sweep outdoor surfaces

• Remove or store toys, trash cans, recycle bins, water hoses, yard signs, etc.

• Remove or store lawn equipment

• Arrange any outdoor furniture

• Open patio umbrella(s)

• Park your car(s) down the street

Pool

• Clean

• Remove or store toys

• Arrange furniture as you would like it to be in photographs & videos