Room To Room

Entryway:

  • Clean and polish everything
  • Make sure it is well lit
  • Make sure it is clutter free

Bedrooms:

  • Arrange the furniture for the flow of traffic
  • Make sure they are clutter free

Living Room/Family Room/Den:

  • Arrange the furniture for the flow of traffic and to give the illusion of space
  • Remove ashes from fireplaces and woodstoves
  • Make sure all light switches work
  • Clean the drapes
  • Polish, mop the floors

Storage Areas:

  • Basement, garage, attic
  • Remove all junk and clutter
  • If the basement is damp or musty, try a dehumidifier
  • Make sure these areas are well lit
Kitchens Are Under Close Scrutiny:

  • Clean the exterior of all appliances, including the stove hood filter
  • Clean counter tops and cabinet faces — the shinier, the better
  • Make area clutter free
  • Remove magnets and messages from the front of the refrigerator
  • Clean the floor and consider replacing it if worn
  • If you have ceramic tile, make sure the grout is clean and white

Bathrooms Are Also Extremely Important:

  • If faucets drip, repair or replace them
  • Remove stains from all fixtures
  • Make sure all lights have the highest wattage that is safe for each fixture
  • Put out fresh, clean towels
  • Check ceramic tile, make sure the grout is clean
  • Remove any mildew
  • Make sure drains are clog free
  • Clean shower doors so they sparkle