Holiday Hosting Checklist: Time‑Saving Odd Jobs Before Guests Arrive

December fills up fast with parties, school concerts, and family visits. If your to‑do list is longer than your time, a smart set of odd jobs can make your Toronto home guest‑ready without stress. From quick fixes and safety upgrades to clutter control and last‑minute touch‑ups, Perfect Window and Eaves Cleaning Inc. helps GTA homeowners prepare efficiently—so you can focus on celebrating.

How soon should I book a handyman in December?

Holiday calendars book quickly. For mid‑December through New Year’s, reserve odd jobs 7–10 days ahead, especially in condos where you may need elevator bookings. For small tasks (under two hours), we often find sooner openings, but early scheduling secures preferred times and ensures materials are on hand.

One‑week out: plan essentials that impress guests

Entryway refresh: Tighten loose door hardware, adjust misaligned latches, add fresh weatherstripping, and ensure thresholds seal to keep out drafts.

Lighting tune‑up: Replace dim bulbs with warm LED (2700–3000K), fix flickering fixtures, and install dimmers for cozy holiday dinners.

Paint touch‑ups: Patch nail holes, caulk gaps at trim, and spot‑paint scuffs in high‑traffic halls and stairwells for a clean, cared‑for look.

Window clarity: Interior window cleaning eliminates haze and fingerprints, making décor and tree lights pop in photos.

Safety checks: Test smoke and CO alarms (Ontario requires them on every storey) and replace batteries so overnight guests sleep easy.

48‑hour quick wins for a tidy, comfortable space

Declutter hotspots: Use our junk removal service for old boxes, broken décor, and unused furniture before recycling day.

Guest bathroom tune‑up: Reseat a wobbly toilet, re‑caulk a leaky tub edge, tighten loose towel bars, and fix slow drains.

Squeaks and snags: Quiet squeaky hinges, secure loose banisters, and sand a sticking door that wakes sleeping kids.

Kitchen helpers: Reattach a sagging cabinet door, add adhesive bumpers to drawers, and stabilize a wobbly island stool.

Trip‑free floors: Secure loose thresholds and tuck cords with low‑profile clips, especially where runners meet hardwood.

Make entrances safe and welcoming in a Toronto winter

Toronto’s freeze‑thaw cycle can create icy steps and dripping eaves. A fast eavestrough cleaning and downspout check help direct meltwater away from walkways, lowering slip risk for guests. Add a boot tray at the door, a coir mat outside, and a washable mat inside to capture salt and slush. If you host frequently, consider downspout extensions to push runoff 6 feet from the foundation.

Condo considerations across the GTA

If you’re hosting in a condo, we can help you navigate building guidelines: booking service elevators, protecting common-area floors, and confirming drill‑friendly walls before mounting TVs or shelves. Low‑VOC touch‑ups keep odour down in compact spaces, and interior window cleaning maximizes scarce winter daylight for gatherings.

Small changes that elevate comfort and photos

Raise curtain rods and steam panels for a crisper backdrop in family pictures.

Swap dated switch plates and align outlet covers for a subtle polish.

Add felt pads to chair legs to protect floors during big dinners.

Install soft‑close hinges on a few high‑use cabinets for a quieter kitchen flow.

Why Toronto homeowners choose our odd jobs service

Perfect Window and Eaves Cleaning Inc. brings 20+ years of experience to homes and businesses across the Greater Toronto Area. We tackle punch lists efficiently—hanging artwork, fixing drips, mounting TVs, adjusting doors, swapping fixtures, and more—then coordinate related services like interior window cleaning, junk removal, and light painting touch‑ups. Safety and care are our priorities, and management follows up to ensure 100% satisfaction.

Enjoy the holidays—we’ll handle the list



Make your home guest‑ready without the rush. Book a free on‑site estimate with Perfect Window and Eaves Cleaning Inc., and we’ll prioritize the most impactful odd jobs, schedule around your events, and deliver professional results on time. Visit perfectwindowcleaning.ca to secure your December service across the Greater Toronto Area.