Home Ready Checklist

Remove dirt and stains

Repair excessive wear or damage

Clean rugs and carpeted areas

Clean/refresh walls and ceilings

Remove dirt, fingerprints, and other stains

Remove nail or thumb-crack holes and remove tape residue

Repair cracks, chips, water damage

Repaint or replace wallpaper if necessary

Use neutral, light colors to give a feeling of space

Clean and organize

Ensure welcome mats clean and inviting

Depersonalize spaces by removing personal and family photos

Thoroughly vacuum/dust

Remove excess furniture to create space

Ensure furniture is clean and in good repair

Clean wood and other surfaces

Organize and keep bookshelves neat, organized and clutter-free

Ensure children's games/toys are stored neatly

Remove and store fragile items

Remove and lock away smaller valuables

Keep window coverings open for views and sunlight

Clean mirrors and ensure they are in good repair

Clean ashtrays and keep them out of sight

Clean fireplace and stack logs and kindling neatly

Add flowers or arrangements for curb appeal

Remove all out of season festive lights and decorations

Ensure exterior surfaces are clean and in good condition

Ensure exterior front door is clean and inviting

Clean and repair eavestroughs/downspouts

Ensure gates open/close properly with good working hardware

Ensure fences/decks are in good repair

Ensure sidewalks and walkways are in good repair

Ensure driveway is clean and in good repair

Ensure driveways/sidewalks clear of snow and ice

Ensure lawns are mowed/edged regularly

Ensure large bare spots are repaired or removed from lawns

Remove leaves from lawns and flower beds

Prune and trim trees and hedges

Weed and tidy flower beds and replace dead plants

Remove junk and scrap

Clean and organize lawn furniture and ensure it is in good repair

Store bicycles and children's toys neatly out of the way

Organize and stack firewood neatly

Ensure dog runs are secure and that yard is free of doggy deposits

Clean and organize all rooms

Remove clutter and excess junk

Ensure remaining items are stored and neatly stacked

Make sure everything is thoroughly vacuumed/dusted

Ensure every surface is sparkling clean

Organize countertops and ensure they are free of clutter

Ensure sinks are clean and spotless and that faucets are working properly

Clean tub and shower surfaces

Ensure towels are stain-free and hanging neatly

Ensure shower curtain is clean and in good repair

Clean toilet and ensure it is working properly

Organize and free closets of clutter

Clean medicine cabinet and remove personal items

Ensure all bulbs are working and proper wattage

Repair broken switches, exposed wiring

Ensure table and floor lamps working properly

Ensure every surface is sparkling clean

Organize countertops and store all but daily use appliances

Clean/organize the refrigerator inside and out

Remove frost from the freezer. Ensure lightbulbs are working

Clean oven/stovetop and burner trays

Clean sinks and ensure faucets are working properly and leak-free

Ensure garbage disposal is in good working condition

Organize and clean cupboards/pantry

Clean and remove stains from dishwasher

Clean and remove clutter and obstructions

Ensure welcome mats are clean and inviting

Clean, organize, ensure they are odour-free

Remove dirt and stains

Repair or replace if excessive wear or sun damage

Ensure they open/close easily and that hardware is working properly

Clean glass and ensure windows are chip/crack-free

Ensure windows open/close easily

Ensure latches/handles/locks secure and working properly

Remove dirt and fingerprints from frames and sills

Clean screens and repair holes

Ensure storm windows are in good condition