Go over this list before you show your house. It will increase the likelihood of a successfull sale.
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Exterior
Repair eaves troughs and down spouts
Clean out the garage
Cut and trim lawns and hedges
Shovel sidewalks and driveway
Clean foyer and provide a small rug for shoes on wet days
Doors/Walls/Floors
Touch up blemishes in walls
Ensure that all doors and cupboards open and close easily (oil squeaky hinges)
Clean floors
Vacuum all carpets
Fixtures
Clean refrigerators, microwaves, counter-tops, ovens
Fireplace on when cool outside
Clear countertops of clutter
Repair leaky taps and toilets
Dust and polish all fixtures, decorations, mirrors, taps
General Tidiness
Empty garbage containers
Tidy up all closets and cupboards
Repairs
Replace burned out light bulbs
Replace mouldy seals around tubs
Just before each showing
Ensure lights are on in all rooms - make them look bright
Make certain that the temperature is neither too hot nor too cold
Air out the house and/or use air fresheners
Keep drapes open during the day
Protect your valuables such as jewellery, vases, art, etc.
Pets - clean litter box, take pet from home during showing if possible