Photo | Showing | Open House - Preparation Checklist
General Prep
Less Is Best!
Turn ON All Lights
Turn OFF All Fans
Vacuum Carpets & Mop Hard Floors
Clean Countertops
Clean Windows
Clean Fan Blades
Turn On All Lights & Lamps
Replace Burned Out Bulbs
Turn Off TV's & PC's
Open Blinds & Window Treatments
Remove Personal Photos If Desired
Remove Small Rugs & Mats
Hide Shoes, Jackets & Hats In Closets
Remove Holiday Decorations
Exterior & Yards & Pools & Docks
Close Garage Doors
Remove Cars From Driveway
Remove Trash Cans
Mow Grass, Trim Shrubs, Clear Leaves
Remove Empty Planters
Remove Cobwebs From Eaves & Doors
Remove Visible Water Hoses
Remove Toys & Sports Equipment
Clean Porch, Try To Tubs & Chairs
Clean Pool & Remove Vacuum Hose
Remove All Inflatables & Floats From Pool
Hide Pool Cleaning Supplies
Turn On Water Features
Docked Watercraft Should Be Clean
Fishing Gear Should Be Neatly Organized
Remove Covers From Grill & Outdoor Kitchen
Kitchen
Clear Countertops Completely - Less Is Best!
Clear Refrigerator of Magnets/Photos
Hide Garbage Cans in Pantry or Closet
Remove Dishes From Sink
Clean Stainless Steel Appliances
Clean Counter Tops Of Smudges
Clear Island of Obstructions
Remove Floor Mats & Remove Towels From Oven
Remove Paper Towels & Napkins From Countertop
Dining Room
Clear Table of Paper/Mail/Debris
Use Decorative Place Settings
Feature One Center Piece (Flowers, etc.)
Straighten Chairs & Space Evenly
Remove Child Seats/Booster Chairs
Living Room & Family Room
Remove Magazines/Papers/Mail/Debris
De-Clutter Fireplace Mantle/Hearth
Clean Interior of Fireplace
Do Not Block Fireplace
Fluff & Arrange Pillows
Remove Toys
Hide TV Remotes
Bedrooms
Make Beds
Press Bed Linens & Bed Skirts
Clear Nightstands of Personal Items
Hide Charging Cables
Remove Clutter From Dressers
Remove Family Photos If Desired
Remove Under Bed Items That May Appear
Clean Diaper Genies
Close Closet Doors
Bathrooms
Clear Countertops Completely - Less Is Best!
No Toothbrushes, Medications, etc.
Put Toilet Seats Down
Close Closet Doors
Remove Shampoo, Soap, Loofahs, etc.
Open Shower Curtains To Show Faucets
Remove Dirty Towels & Laundry Baskets
Remove Floor Mats
Pets
Hide Food & Water Bowls
Hide Pet Crates, Beds & Toys
Remove Pet Hair From Furniture
Clear Yard of Pet Waste & Toys
Turn Off
Turn On All Exterior Lights
Ensure Pool & Landscape Lights Are Operational
Turn On Interior Lights With Exterior Exposure
Photoshoot Notes: Areas Not Photographed: Garage, Closets, Laundry, Toilet Rooms, Powder Rooms/Baths. Realtors, please remove signs and lockboxes for photoshoot. Photographer is not responsible for properties that are not properly prepared.