Kitchen/Bathrooms/Laundry

Appliances sparkle-inside and out

No stains on countertops or sinks

Clutter-free counters and tabletops

Tidy pet areas

Spotless bathtubs and shower stalls

No mildew stains on tiles and grouting

Fresh shower curtains

Neat and tidy laundry area

Laundry folded neatly and put away

Walls & Doorframes

Fingerprints removed

Baseboards clean and dust-free

Cobwebs removed

Nail and thumbtack holes covered

Cracks, chips, and leaks repaired

Damaged wall surfaces repaired

Painting touched up or redone

Peeling wallpaper replaced

Doors & Windows

Open and close easily

All oiled and squeak-free

Doorknobs, handles, and latches work properly

Cracked glass replaced

Spot-and streak-free glass surfaces-inside and out

Screens clean, vacuumed and in good repair

Repainted or refinished, as required

Doors and hallways free of shoes, boots and obstacles

Floor and Window Coverings

All clean, vacuumed, and stain-free

Floor coverings in good repair

No signs of excessive wear

No signs of sun damage on curtains

Window hardware operates smoothly

Lighting and Plumbing

All overhead lighting in working order

Exposed wiring repaired

All lamps in working order

Correct wattage in all bulbs

Faucets turn on and off easily

Drip-free faucets

Toilets in good working order

Cupboards, Closets, & Storage Areas

Free of excess clutter

Tidy and organized

Kitchen pantries stocked neatly

Dish cupboards organized

Clothing hung neatly, shoes organized

Stored items boxed neatly and labeled

Living Areas

Aired, dusted and vacuumed

Free of excess clutter and furniture

Furniture clean and in good condition

Beds made

Dishes done

Incoming mail and circulars removed or put away

Bookshelves, entertainment units organized neatly

Unread newspapers and magazines disposed of

Children's games and toys organized and put away

Fireplace clean/ashes removed

Basement, Garage, & Other Storage Areas

Free of excess clutter

Tidy and organized

Swept or vacuumed

Key equipment clearly marked (i.e. furnace controls, water/gas shut-off valves, breaker panels, etc.)

Exterior

Walks, steps, and driveway obstacle-free

Driveway/walkway surfaces repaired

Exterior trim, window frames and doors in good repair

Paint touched up, as required

Gutters clean and obstacle-free

Snow shoveled

Yard

Lawn mowed and weeded, leaves raked

Hedges trimmed, trees pruned

Gardens tended

Firewood neatly stacked

Play or pool areas clean, tidy and in good repair

Children's bikes and skateboards neatly stored

Trash area cleaned and organized

Airborne litter disposed of

Unnecessary miscellaneous items removed or stored

Dog runs maintained and "deposit-free"