- Repaint siding
- Repaint or touch up trim
- Repair/repaint gutter and downspouts
- Repair/repaint fences
- Seal driveway
- Remove oil stains from garage floor
- Wash all windows
- Remove all screens (windows look cleaner)
- Trim trees, hedges, and shrubs
- Weed and feed lawn
- Remove all clutter (garden tools, toys, etc.)
- Check working order of doorbell & exterior light
- Replace welcome mat
- Repair/repaint old molding
- Shampoo carpet and/or wash & wax floors
- Remove excess or unattractive furniture
- Clean curtains, shutters, blinds, etc.
- Clean fireplace, mantle, shelving
- Replace old bedspreads
- Repair or replace faucets and fixtures
- Repaint or repaper walls
- Thoroughly clean cabinets, drawers, and medicine chests
- Remove clutter from countertops
- Grout tubs and showers
- Replace old toilet seats and shower curtains
- Repaint or touch up trim
- Replace burned-out bulbs
- Clear cobwebs from corners and doorways
- Wash light switches, handrails, doorknobs, and clean closets
- Remove all family photos from the home if possible