1. appliances sparkle - inside and out
2. no stains on countertops or sinks
3. counters and table tops are clutter-free
4. pet areas are tidy
5. bathtubs and shower stalls are spotless
6. mildew stains removed from tiles and grouting
7. shower curtains fresh
8. laundry area neat and tidy
9. laundry folded neatly and put away

Walls & Doorframes

1. fingerprints removed
2. baseboards clean and dusted
3. cobwebs removed
4. nail and thumbtack holes covered
5. cracks, chips and leaks repaired
6. damaged wall surfaces repaired
7. painting touched up or redone
8. peeling wallpaper replaced

Doors & Windows

1. open and close easily
2. all oiled and squeak-free
3. door knobs, handles and latches work properly
4. cracked glass replaced
5. glass surfaces shine - inside and out
6. screens clean, vacuumed and in good repair
7. repainted or refinished as required
8. doors and hallways free of shoes, boots and obstacles

Floor & Window Coverings

1. all clean, vacuumed and stain-free
2. floor coverings in good repair
3. no signs of excessive wear
4. no signs of sun damage on curtains
5. window hardware operates smoothly

Lighting & Plumbing

1. all overhead lighting in working order
2. exposed wiring repaired
3. all lamps in working order
4. correct wattage in all bulbs
5. faucets turn on and off easily
6. faucets drip-free
7. toilets in good working order

Cupboards, Closets & Storage Areas

1. free of excess clutter
2. tidy and organized
3. kitchen pantries stocked neatly
4. dish cupboards organized
5. clothing hung neatly, shoes organized
6. stored items boxed neatly and labelled

Living Areas

1. aired, dusted and vacuumed
2. free of excess clutter and furniture
3. furniture clean and in good condition
4. beds made
5. dishes done
6. incoming mail and circulars removed or put away
7. bookshelves, entertainment units organized neatly
8. unread newspapers and magazines disposed of
9. children's games and toys organized and put away
10. fireplace clean/ashes removed

Basement, Garage & Other Storage Areas

1. free of excess clutter
2. tidy and organized
3. swept or vacuumed
4. key equipment clearly marked (i.e. furnace controls, water/gas shut-off values, breaker panels, etc.)

Exterior

1. walks, steps and driveway obstacle-free
2. driveway/walkway surfaces repaired
3. exterior trim, window frames and doors in good repair
4. touch up painting as required
5. eaves troughs cleaned and obstacle-free
6. snow shovelled
7. cocoa matting installed in snowy areas

Yard

1. lawn mowed and weeded, leaves raked
2. hedges trimmed, trees pruned
3. gardens tended
4. firewood neatly stacked
5. play or pool areas clean, tidy and in good repair
6. children's bikes and skateboards out of harm's way
7. trash area clean and organized
8. airborne litter disposed of
9. unnecessary "odds and ends" removed or stored
10. dog runs maintained and "deposit-free"