Consumer Services

Homeowner's Checklist

• Plaster

• Wood siding

• Trim

• Rain gutters

• Shutters

• Doors

• Window frames

• Glazing

• Screens

• Hardware

• Fences/gates

• Outdoor lighting

• Siding

• Windows

• Screens

• Outdoor BBQ

• AC unit

• Pool/spa

• Porch lights

• Carport

• Garage

• Clean around service areas/trash cans

• Haul away rubbish

• Straighten woodpile

• Repair leaky faucets

• Clean up pet droppings

• Paint or varnish doors

• Polish door hardware

• Check doorbell/knocker

• Paint/replace street #on house

• Make sure septic tank is odor-free

• Clean oil stains from driveway/street

• Patch/reseal driveway if necessary

• Mow/edge lawn regularly

• Aerate/feed lawn

• Overseed bare spots in lawn

• Water lawn regularly

• Remove/replace dead plants

• Prune overgrown shrubs

• Prune or remove shrubs/trees blocking view from windows (unless view is undesirable)

• Stake up any sagging trees/shrubs

• Keep flowerbeds free of weeds

• Trim around base of trees/fences

• Fences

• Walls

• Gazebos

• Fountains

• Trellises

• Planters

• Replace any broken stepping-stones

• Adjust any sprinkler system; repair any broken/leaky heads

• Install fencing or shrubs to hide any unsightly views

• Doors

• Windows

• Light Switches

• Baseboards

• Chair Rails

•  Wash lace curtains and have draperies cleaned if necessary

• Remove or pull back dark curtains

• Lubricate window slides

• Make sure doors open smoothly

• Clean ceiling light fixtures

• Check for cobwebs in all corners

• Fix any scratches in wooden floors

• Replace worn/broken flooring

• Remove or replace+ worn carpet

• Use area rugs where needed

• Empty wastebaskets

• Make the beds

• Fluff the pillows

• Keep dishes/food out of sight

• Clean appliances

• Clean range hood, including light bulbs

• Clean behind appliances

• Keep floor clean

• Clean light fixtures

• Make sure all electrical outlets work

• Eliminate cooking odors

• Deodorize garbage disposal, dishwasher, and refrigerator

• Repair faucets

• Put fresh shelf paper in cabinets

• Organize cupboards

• Clean out under sink

• Replace garbage disposal gasket to reduce noise

• Shine mirrors

• Keep wastebasket empty and clean

• Clean out cabinets and remove non-essentials

• Keep fresh, clean towels on towel racks

• Clean shower door—if sliding door, keep track well lubricated

• Remove soap residue, mildew and mold from sink/tub/shower

• Remove lime deposits from fixtures/drains/sink/toilet bowl

• Remove stains from porcelain sink/tub/toilet

• Replace torn/moldy shower curtain

• Clean tile grout

• Make sure toilet flushes properly—replace mechanism if necessary

• Clean exhaust fan/heater---replace if broken or noisy

• Keep closets clean free of clutter

• Throw out or pack away nonessentials

• Adjust/repair any sliding doors

• Lubricate sliding door

• Paint if needed

• Clean out area behind washer/dryer

• Eliminate any mildew odors

• Install 100-watt light bulb

• Keep area clean and uncluttered

• Hang up/put away tools

• Clear away any cobwebs

• Remove oil/paint stains from floor

• Adjust tension rod to eliminate sag from overhead garage door

• Lubricate/adjust/repair garage door opener

• Paint if needed

• Eliminate dampness/mold

• Check for and eliminate cracks

•  Vacuum

•  Replace filter

•  Clean intake valve

•  Remove any stored items

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