preparation is key to a great outcome...

By following this pre-shoot checklist, It will help ensure that your home is photographed quickly, efficiently, and with the best possible results from our professionals.

Interior

• Remove any personal information that you wouldn’t want seen online.
• Open up blinds & remove any fixed window coverings that block natural light.
• Put away unsightly door mats & remove area rugs that might be hiding beautiful flooring like tiles or hardwood. 
• Remove all evidence of pets.
• Remove as much clutter as possible; especially personal belongings that are not included in the sale. Decluttered & tidy makes a bigger difference than “spotless”.
• Put all children's toys and shoes away.
• Conceal power cords; unplug them if necessary (except for lights).
• Turn off all Televisions, Computer screens, Video Voice Assistants & ceiling fans.
• Make sure there are no clothes hanging in the laundry room or in the machines.
• Make beds, organize pillows, straighten picture frames & artwork, etc.
• Avoid hiding items under beds or furniture.
• Replace any burnt out light bulbs and ensure that all bulbs are of the same color temperature.

Exterior

• Cut, rake, water grass, & remove any leaves or unsightly weeds or vegetation.
• Place trash cans & anything that is not attached to the home out of site.
• Remove vehicles from driveway & away from the front of the home.
• Sweep or pressure wash driveway if necessary.
• Organize deck furniture, uncover grill, open patio umbrella, etc.
• Make sure yard is free of unnecessary clutter, kid’s toys, evidence of pets, etc.
• Clean windows & Front entryway area.

Bathrooms

• Clear counters of all personal belongings.
• Clean mirrors & all Glass shower enclosures
• Open shower curtains – remove all soap, shampoo bottles, razors, , etc.
• Remove toilet brush & trash can.
• Place a fresh roll of toilet paper on the holder.
• Put toilet lids down

Kitchen

• Clear all counter tops – A few small appliances, fruit bowls, plants etc. are ok, but avoid anything high that might be distracting or block the view.
• Clear the outside of fridge completely – Remove all magnets, photos, lists, etc.
• Clean appliances – Be sure to remove all fingerprints, smudges, etc.
• Straighten bar stools & table chairs.
• Put away dish soap, cloths, etc.
• Make sure sink is clean and free of dishes.
• Remove calendars as they can date a listing.
• Put trash can away.

Best Practices to Consider

• If you have limited space for items, consider designating a secondary room for temporary storage ahead of time rather than trying to move items from room to room while the photographer is on site.
• Photographers will not be staging your home so please make arrangements with your Realtor or stager prior to the shoot.
• Make sure pets are out of the home or kenneled during the shoot.
• Feel free to do a walkthrough with the photographer upon arrival but please avoid following them around during the shoot.
• Don’t rush your photographer – Great images are critical when marketing a home for sale, so it is in your best interest to be patient and let your photographer do their Job.