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Section 1 — The Kitchen
12 Points
1
Oven: Interior, racks, and bottom drawer degreased.
2
Stovetop: Burners scrubbed; control knobs removed and cleaned behind.
3
Fridge/Freezer: All shelves removed and sanitized; coils vacuumed.
4
Microwave: Ceiling of microwave and turntable cleaned.
5
Dishwasher: Filter cleared and stainless face polished.
6
Cabinets: Wiped inside/out; tops of cabinets dusted.
7
Pantry: Shelves wiped; floor corners vacuumed.
8
Sink: Hardware polished; disposal splash guard scrubbed.
9
Countertops: All items moved; surfaces sanitized.
10
Backsplash: Degreased (especially behind the stove).
11
Small Appliances: Toaster crumb tray emptied; coffee maker descaled.
12
Trash: Bin sanitized inside/out; new liner placed.
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Section 2 — Bathrooms
10 Points
13
Toilet: Base, behind the tank, and hinges detailed.
14
Shower/Tub: Grout scrubbed; drain hair removed.
15
Glass: Streak-free finish on all mirrors and shower doors.
16
Vanity: Drawers vacuumed; faucet aerators cleared of buildup.
17
Medicine Cabinet: Shelves wiped; top edge dusted.
18
Exhaust Fan: Grille vacuumed and wiped.
19
Light Fixtures: Bulbs wiped; globes washed.
20
Hardware: Towel racks and TP holders polished.
21
Walls: Moisture spots/hairs wiped down.
22
Floors: Hand-scrubbed around the toilet base.
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Section 3 — Living & Bedrooms
10 Points
23
Ceiling Fans: "Blade-top" dusting; motor housing wiped.
24
Windows: Tracks vacuumed; sills wiped; glass polished.
25
Closets: Shelves and floor corners cleared of debris.
26
Baseboards: Hand-wiped (not just vacuumed).
27
Outlets/Switches: Disinfected; plate covers wiped.
28
Vents: All intake and output grilles vacuumed.
29
Doors: Knobs and "touch points" sanitized.
30
Walls: Scuff marks removed (magic eraser test).
31
Floors: Edges detailed with crevice tool; high-traffic mop.
32
Upholstery: (If furnished) Vacuumed under cushions.
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Section 4 — Safety & Maintenance
8 Points
33
Smoke Detectors: Tested; batteries replaced if chirping.
34
Air Filter: Checked/replaced (standard 1" filter).
35
Light Bulbs: All burnt-out bulbs identified/replaced.
36
Water Heater: Checked for visible leaks.
37
Drains: Speed-tested (checking for slow drainage).
38
Locks: Entry points checked for smooth operation.
39
Thermostat: Reset to "Away" settings.
40
Photos: "Before/After" timestamped evidence for the Vault.
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Section 5 — The "Lead-Ready" Finish
10 Points
41
Fragrance: Neutralized (no heavy chemical smells).
42
Stage: Pillows fluffed; towels folded "hotel style."
43
Outdoor Entry: Swept; cobwebs removed from the door frame.
44
Welcome Mat: Shaken and centered.
45
Property Note: "Lead-Ready" completion card left for the PO.
46
Supplies: All cleaning chemicals removed from the site.
47
Kitchen Sink: Buffed dry for a "sparkle" effect.
48
Toilet: Lid down; "Sanitized" band or fresh roll installed.
49
Final Walkthrough: The "Reverse Scan" (checking for missed spots).
50
Lockbox: Verified as secured and code scrambled.
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