This document provides you with instructions on how to prepare your home for photography and my other media services. Preparing the home for photography is like preparing the home for your most important guest. In this case, your most important guest is the potential buyer who is deciding whether to visit the home based on the photos they see online.
Please note that insurance requirements limit my ability to handle personal property, so the home will be photographed in the condition I encounter when I arrive.
To ensure the very best results from the photo shoot, please prepare the property using the checklist below:
Before I arrive:
- All home improvement projects should be completed and cleaned up.
- All landscaping projects should be completed and cleaned up.
- Staging should be completed in advance.
- Driveway should be clear of cars, trash cans, debris etc.
- In the yard, ensure garden hoses are rolled up and any toys and tools are out of sight.
- Kitchen counters should be clear of clutter, soap, sponges, dishes, small appliances, and food.
- Clear all magnets off refrigerators and any items stored on top of the refrigerator.
- Bathroom counters should be cleared of all clutter (toothbrushes, razors, soaps etc.).
- Washer and Dryer area should be cleared of loose laundry, detergent, etc.
- Trash cans and toilet bowl brushes, should be hidden and toilet seats should be down.
- Beds should be made, dressers cleared of clutter and clothes and laundry hidden.
- Loose items laying on the floor should be stored in closets or garage.
- Please put all pets away for safety purposes of photographer and camera equipment.
15 Minutes before arrival:
- Please let me decided if lights should be on or off.
- Turn off all ceiling fans, Televisions can be ‘on’ if a nice picture is on the screen.
- All toilet seats down. Close the shower curtain or door unless the surround has tile and is clean.
- Open all window treatments, lift all blinds if possible.
- Turn on any ponds and fountains.
- For twilight shoots, turn on all interior/exterior lights.
- For drones, makes sure all items outside are neatly put away and landscaping is complete.
- Provide any special instructions to the photographer prior to photoshoot.