HOME PREPARATION CHECKLIST CLEAN EVERYTHING A clean home

HOME PREPARATION CHECKLIST CLEAN EVERYTHING A clean home speaks volumes to buyers. It says the home is well cared for and in good repair. It shows a pride in ownership and that puts the buyers at ease. A messy or dirty home puts buyers on alert, and they will tend to look for every flaw and reason to offer less. OUTSIDE or nothing. THE at all. HOUSE Clean around outdoor trash cans and service areas Faucets Repair leaky Roll up garden hoses Remove cobwebs in corners, light fixtures, front door Paint or varnish the Front door Polish door hardware, replace rusty front doorbell handles and knocker. Test Clean oil stains from friveway and garage floorand cracks in driveway. Patch holes Clean the garage floor and clear of loose articles Replace or clean house numbers New Welcome Mats are always a wise investment Repair | Replace | Paint any damaged area Trim Wood Siding Rain Gutters Shutters Doors Window Frames Window Glazing Screens Fences & Gates Hardware Outdoor Lighting Landscaping | Hardscape | Softscape Mow & edge lawn on a regular basis Feed & aerate lawn Seed or patch bare spots in lawn Water regularly Remove and replace dead and dying plants overgrown shrubbery Prune Cut back or prune vegetation that covers window views Add support stakes to sagging trees and shrubs Eliminate visible weeds Trim around walls—fences—trees Repair or remove damaged fences Repair or remove damaged fountains/ water features Repair or remove damaged trellises Repair or remove damaged gazebos Repair or remove damaged planters Replace broken stepping stones Adjust sprinkler heads & repair any broken/leaky heads Check automatic times & replace backupupbattery Cover unsightly views with fences or shrubs Clean & Wash: Windows Clean & Wash: Screens Clean & Wash: Siding Clean & Wash: AC unit Clean & Wash: Pool equipment Clean & Wash: Outdoor Kitchens / Bar-B-Q Clean & Wash: Decking Clean & Wash: Eaves & Front Entry Replace Light Bulbs: Porch Lights Replace Light Bulbs: Garage / Carport Replace Light Bulbs: Exterior Lighting FIX ANYTHING BROKEN FRESHEN WITH PAINT And if it can’t be fixed, replace or eliminate altogether. Fix plumbing leaks, electrical systems, light switches & plates, window screens, doors that squeak, slider doors and screens that stick, windows that don’t open, seal gaps around windows and kitchen & bath grout. Paint is the most economical improvement you can make. It is often a better solution than deep cleaning and it makes a room seem new. P{aint in neutral colors like off-white or egg shell will help brighten a room, and make it appear to be a lot larger than it is. INSIDE THE HOUSE Your Closets will be seen!!! Paint inside closets, if needed Keep closets clean and clutter free Pack up or remove unnecessary items Repair sliding doors Lubricate door channels if needed Ideal look: half empty & highly organized! (group colors) IN ALL ROOMS: clam, pay attention to: Doors & frames Windows Light switches Baseboards Chair rails Curtains & Draperies Sliding glass doors : do they glide smoothly? Ceiling fans and light fixtures Cobwebs in corners and around curtainup rods Open curtains to brighten rooms Fix scratches in wood floors and furniture Replace cracked, chipped, or broken flooring Clean carpet or remove/replace stained or worn ones Use area rugs in appropriate areas Keeps trash cans empty Make up all beds—all the time Fluff pillows, straighten bedspreads IN THE KITCHEN Laundry: Clean behind washer & dryer Laundry: eliminate odors like mildew Laundry: keep appliance tops free of clutter HEATING & AC UNITS Vacuum Replace filter Vacuum and wash air instake vent Remove items stored around units Set thermostat to run extra cool in summer Clean fireplace & screens GARAGE | CARPORT | STORAGE SHEDS Bright is best—use 100 watt light bulbs Clean floor—keep clutter free Hang up tools & garden equipment when possible Eliminate cobwebs Remove oil and old paint stains from garage floor doors—check springs and Adjust garage rails Paint wood doors, if needed FINISHING UP Prepare a long list of every feature in your home Be open to showings every day Remember: extra effort brings faster sales, more Clean money around outdoor trash cans and service areas Keep food and dishes out of sight Clean appliances — remove fingerprints Clean range hoods, screens, & light bulbs Clean ovens & stoves Clean areas behind appliances Keep floor clean Dust all light fixtures & replace burned out bulbs Test electrical outlets - do they all work? Deodorize garbage disposal, refrigerator, & dishwasher Repair faucets—remove any sink stains shelf paper in cabinets Replace Organize drawers and cabinets Clean out under sink area BATHROOMS must be clean! Shine mirrors Clean wastebaskets & empty daily Remove non-essentials from cabinets Towel racks are for fluffy clean towels Clean shower doors—pay attention to corners Lubricate any shower door channels Remove soap residue from holders and tile mildew or mold on Eliminate tub/sink/shower Bleach out stains on sinks—tubs— toilets Replace stained/moldy shower curtains & linings Clean grout Caulk around tub and shower if needed Clean exhaust fan / replace if noisy or broken Tighten rocking toilets or seats Replace mechanism in running toilets Realty World All offices independently owned and operated UTILITY AREAS 909. 942. 3003 Complements of: Realty World 909. . 942. 3003 Front. Desk@rw. All. Stars. net www. rw. All. Stars. com Cal. BRE #01526169