When you are preparing or have your home on the market, it is important to remember that first impressions mean everthing. Cleaning - really cleaning - your entire house was once a springtime ritual. Now laborsaving equipment and products make it easier to clean year-round. Regular as-needed cleaning is the best method because it's the most efficient. Saving jobs for one big binge in the spring or fall takes more time in the long run.
Daily
•· Clean up clutter as you go and wipe up spills as they happen.
•· Encourage family members to pick up, hang up, put away and clean up after themselves.
•· Wipe sinks after every use and clean the shower or tub.
•· Load the dishwasher as soon as possible, or put dishes in the sink to soak until you can wash them.
•· Get rid of rubbish. Place a trash compactor in the kitchen near recycling bins or in the garage to save on trips to the curb and reduce the volume in landfills.
Weekly
•· Clean your own way, but do it regularly.
•· Your schedule should include dusting and vacuuming of walls and woodwork.
•· Wipe door jambs with a detergent solution, dust windowsills and remove fingerprints with a spray cleaner.
•· While vacuuming, clean up any spots and stains you may see on the carpet.
•· Use a disinfectant in the kitchen and bathroom.
•· Try to clean one large appliance and one out-of-sight storage area once a month.
Sometimes potential homebuyers cannot see past the clutter so following these daily and weekly clean-up guides will help keep your home in tip-top shape year round.
For more home selling advice and decorating ideas, contact Linda Garza at Cypress GMAC Real Estate (509) 205-0859 lindag@cypressgmac.com. Specializing in Tri-Cities Washington Real Estate! Real Estate Services for Kennewick, Richland and Pasco Real Estate! Putting your family first is my #1 priority! You can also search for properties on my website www.lindagarza.com.
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