Selling your home is indeed a significant milestone, and it’s only natural to want everything to be perfect. To assist you in preparing that your home is in top-notch condition before a showing, here is a pre-showing checklist, which covers everything from the entryway to the bedroom.
Entry
- Hang coats
- Neatly organize outdoor gear in baskets or other enclosed storage
- Windex front door glass inside and out
- Vacuum entryway rug
- Sweep floor
- Dust surfaces
Living Spaces
- Eliminate clutter
- Fluff and position throw pillows and blankets
- Straighten and arrange books or magazines
- Vacuum rugs and other upholstery as needed
- Windex glass surfaces
- Dust remaining surfaces
Office
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Eliminate personal items
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No papers should be visible
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Shut down computers or other devices
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Remove or lock away valuables (make sure cords are hidden away neatly)
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Eliminate clutter
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Windex glass surfaces
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Vacuum rugs or carpet
Kitchen
- Run garbage disposal
- Rinse, dry, windex sink and faucet
- Stainless steel polish appliances
- Wipe counters
- Spot clean fronts of cabinets
- Clean stove top – no crumbs or drips
- Wipe out inside of microwave
- Eliminate clutter from countertops
- Remove old food from refrigerator
- Run dishwasher
- Take garbage out
- Dust ledges
- Sweep floor
Bedroom
- Eliminate clutter and laundry
- Neatly make bed
- Fluff and position throw pillows and blankets
- Tidy closet (eliminate unused hangers, make sure clothes are folded and floor space is clear)
- Vacuum rugs or carpet as needed
- Windex glass surfaces and mirrors
- Dust remaining surfaces
Bathroom
- Empty garbage can
- Wipe down sink and faucet
- Windex mirror
- Windex shower glass
- Disinfect toilet
- Wipe down countertop
- All personal care products should be out of sight
- Dust towel bars and ledges
- Make sure towels are folded or displayed nicely
Laundry
- Make sure laundry is put away or visibly tucked away in machines
- Dust washer and dryer
- Neatly stack unused laundry baskets and drying racks
- Straighten household products
- Wipe down counters
- Sweep floor
Final Steps
- Turn on lights
- Display seller’s property disclosure
- Leave garage door opener in a prominent place
- Open window treatments
- Remove pets
- Set temperature to 68 degrees+
Need Assistance?
Selling or preparing your home for showings can sometimes feel overwhelming, but rest assured, I’m here to guide you every step of the way. If you have any questions or need support throughout this process, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Whether it’s a quick tip, advice on staging, or any other concern, I’m just a call or message away. Let’s work together to ensure your home shines!
