Cleaning 101 Before Listing

Before you put your home up for sale, you'll want to ensure it's at its cleanest for all of the buyers that will come through. A dirty house definitely isn’t appealing, and and its guaranteed you won’t get any good offers- if you get one at all. Cleaning your home doesn't have to be overwhelming, below we've listed the top things to remember to clean for each room, as sometimes these are easy to overlook!

FOYER:

Clean the door and any hardware, as well as wiping off all fingerprints on windows/furniture. Clean off any scuff marks on the floors and door. Be sure to replace all light bulbs and ensure light fixtures are working. Tidy/clean up the coat closet, because people WILL look in there to see the size.

KITCHEN: 

Start with wiping down all cabinets, and clean all appliances, inside and out. Don’t forget your stove hood, on top and bottom. Clean behind the refrigerator, on top and bottom too. The shelves of the fridge are also closely inspected, also the microwave is clean of food splatter. Clean the space behind the sink, store any under the sink cleaners accordingly. Wipe down all your blinds and shades, soak them in the tub if you have time. This method removes so much dirt and dust we miss a lot of the time!  Wash any kitchen rugs, and clean the floors and baseboards. If you are a pet owner, store all of fur babies food and treats out of sight.

BATHROOMS: 

Clean behind toilet the toilet and under sink - we promise someone will look. Only display absolute necessities; declutter and decor and photos. Organize and clean under the vanity, make sure everything is tidy and in order. Scrub floors and clean grout lines - if your budget allows we suggest hiring someone for this. Keep dirty clothes and towels off the floor, and be sure to lock away any medication. Clean the fan and make sure it is functioning. ALWAYS replace any dead lightbulbs. 

BEDROOM:

Wash all sheets, comforters, and blankets. Pay extra attention to your curtains and rugs. Dust furniture and remove any obvious stains from fabrics. Keep closets clean and organized, if there’s any clutter store things in tote boxes. Store away dirty clothes and personal photos. Clean marks on walls - magic erasers will be your best friend for this job.

These are just the basics you don't want to forget about. If it's within your budget, we highly recommend hiring a professional cleaner to ensure your home is in its best condition. Contact your agent to get a great local recommendation!