2 Weeks Before
✓ Touch up Drywall, chipped paint, etc.
✓ Repair latches on cupboards
✓ Door hardware in good repair (lock should turn smoothly with minimal effort) Oil squeaky doors.
✓ Leaky taps and running toilets repaired.
✓ Caulk around tub, toilet, sink, etc.
✓ Declutter, including inside cupboards, closets and cabinet
✓ Order Status Certificate (if applicable)
✓ Set aside a copy of the survey, utility bills, etc.
✓ Make a copy of a key/fob for giving access to the property (if applicable)
1 Week Before
✓ Remove fridge magnets.
✓ Replace any burnt out lightbulbs.
✓ Hide family photographs, personal information, etc.
✓ Hide clutter behind closed doors.
✓ Front door area is clean: no cobwebs, chipped paint, etc.
✓ Declutter outdoor space: balcony, deck, backyard.
1 Day Before
✓ Remove prep materials (e.g. painters tape, cleaning supplies)
✓ Hide waste bins.
✓ Hide all cables and cords.
✓ Hide all toys.
✓ Remove clutter from desks, dressers, counters, sinks, vanities, tubs/showers. Fresh Flowers/plants.
✓ Finalize all furniture positioning.
✓ Windex glass and shiny surfaces (Mirrors, taps, windows, etc.)
✓ Clean floors and vacuum.
✓ Rake lawn.
✓ Hide any coats, bags, shoes, floor mats, etc.
Same Day
✓ Make all beds.
✓ Hide small appliances.
✓ Turn off all computer and TV screens.
✓ Turn on all lights including pot lights, lamps, task lighting, hood/fan lights, etc.
✓ Hide or stage towels and mats (no tea towels on stove)
✓ Position shower curtains (open or close) to your liking.
✓ Close all toilet seats.
✓ Turn off any ceiling fans or any other moving fixtures.
✓ Open drapes and blinds.
✓ Turn on or light fireplaces.
✓ Close any doors to any areas you don’t want shown.
✓ Open all other doors (eg. bedroom, bathroom doors).
✓ Contain or remove all pets.
✓ Hide all pet bowls, beds, toys, and cages.
✓ Hide garbage, recycling bins, toys, and hoses.
✓ Remove all vehicles from the driveway and street front.
Showings
All of the above plus:
✓ Fresh air – Open windows in the morning if necessary.
✓ Ensure house/unit is room temperature (21ºC or 70ºF).
✓ Play background music (e.g. Café Jazz or LoFi Beats)