At the Shoot

Our primary objective is to offer you top-notch photography services designed to make your property stand out in the competitive real estate market. To achieve the best results, we've put together a comprehensive checklist to help you prepare your home or business prior to our photographers' arrival. For a list of common questions check my FAQs Page

Front Yard, Backyard, and Exterior

• Remove all vehicles and trailers from the driveway and street in front of the property.

• Mow the lawn; make sure to edge and trim as well.

• Clear yard debris and pet waste.

• Store garbage and recycling bins in the garage.

• Hide hoses, empty planters, and yard tools.

• Remove sports equipment, including basketball goals and toys.

• Sweep the porch and organize outdoor furniture.

• Ensure all water features or fountains are clean and operational.

Interior and General Areas

• Turn on all indoor lights.

• Replace any burned-out bulbs and ensure all bulbs have the same color hue.

• Turn off and dust all ceiling fans.

• Adjust window coverings so that the blinds or shades are wide open.

• Replace personal photographs with art that matches the home's decor.

• Declutter spaces by removing excess furniture and decorations.

• Clean all areas of the home.

• Make sure windows are free of watermarks and fingerprints.

• Turn off all TV and computer screens.

• Remove loose papers, magazines, and mail.

• Close all closet doors.

• Remove pet bowls, litter boxes, and crates.

• Eliminate visible pet hair from furniture.

• Arrange to have pets out of the home or concealed during the shoot.

• Vacuum carpets to ensure the fibers are aligned.

Kitchen

• Clear all countertops and tuck away appliances like toasters and mixers.

• Remove fridge magnets, sticky notes, and pictures.

• Conceal the garbage can in the pantry, closet or garage.

• Space dining room chairs evenly and add a centerpiece.

• Dust and polish all visible appliances.

Bathrooms

• Ensure sinks and mirrors are spotless.

• Remove all countertop items, including soaps and toothbrush caddies.

• Store medications out of sight.

• Display your best towels and hand towels.

• Put all toilet seats down.

Bedrooms

• Neatly make all beds and consider adding decorative pillows.

• Remove chargers for laptops and phones.

• Clear personal items from nightstands and dressers.

• Either clean under the beds or ensure bed skirts are in place.

Pools and Spas

• Straighten lounge chairs and set up a patio umbrella if available.

• Remove all pool toys, tools, and chlorine dispensers.

• Turn on pool lights, waterfalls, and jets.

• Check water clarity and schedule maintenance if needed.