Get the house ready
General
- vacuum/mop floors
- clean/declutter countertops
- replace lightbulbs (daylight balanced LEDs recommended)
- clean up exposed lamp and extension cords
- open blinds/window treatments
- remove personal, religious, & political items
- minimize holiday/seasonal decorations
- put away laundry, clothes, jackets, & shoes
- remove pets, pet beds, pet food, & toys
Bedrooms
- make beds & arrange pillows
- clear nightstands & dressers
- remove visible clutter from under beds
Kitchen
- put away dishes & cleaning supplies
- remove small appliances
- clean & clear countertops
- remove refrigerator magnets, pictures, & notes
- hide waste bins
Outside
- remove vehicles from driveway & front of home
- close garage door
- clean up landscaping (mow, trim shrubs, & clear leaves)
- remove water hoses
- remove trash bins
- replace light bulbs
- open patio umbrellas & remove grill covers
- turn on exterior lights
- clean porch & patio (organize outdoor furniture & cushions)
- remove toys & sports equipment
bathrooms
- empty waste bins
- hide toilet brushes & plungers
- clean countertops, mirrors, sinks, & tubs
- clear countertops, tubs, and showers of all personal hygiene items
- arrange towels
