Home-Prep Guide

Home-Prep Guide

Here is a checklist for home sellers with printable checklist as PDF.

Home-prep Checklist

Wash windows.
Clean carpets.
Repair any leaky faucets, torn screens, etc.
Clean mirrors and glass.
Clean walls / Fresh Paint.
Clean light fixtures.
Clean appliances (inside and out).
Clean / Paint baseboards.
Repairing holes, wallpaper, paint, and tiles.
All light fixtures need WHITE Light Bulbs.
DeClutter - Remove Personal Photos.
Remove evidence of Pets.
Spruce Up Landscaping.
Pressure-clean exterior.
Fresh Mulch
Have grass cut weekly.
NO Loud paint colors.
Doormat larger than the front door.
Deep clean.
Clean gutters.
Have AC / Water units serviced.
Clean AC vents inside the home.
Fresh caulk in bathrooms (if needed).
Clean your Ceiling fans.

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Make Beds and Fluff Pillows.
Grab a basket and put personal items of clutter in a closet.
Make sure the bathroom towels are clean, straightened, and match.
Wipe down toilets and put the lids down.
Wipe down all countertops and sinks.
Open all blinds & Turn on all the lights in the house.
Make sure the house temperature is cool.
Make sure the house smells good, but don't overdo the air freshener.
Vacuum all carpeted areas, sweep all surfaces.
Clean all mirrors.
Sweep the front doorway and wipe off the mat.

To Do's While the Home Is for Sale

Cleaning every room and removing clutter. This alone will make your house appear larger and brighter.
Hiring a professional cleaning service every week while the house is on the market.
Removing items from kitchen counters and closets.
Trimming hedges, weeding flower beds, and pruning trees regularly.
Keep your garage door closed.
Get your lawn cut weekly.
Do NOT cook any strong-smelling foods.
Clean litter boxes and put in garages if possible.
Be sure that all light switches and outlets are cleaned.

Home-Prep Guide

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