In order to prepare for your photography appointment, please follow the below guidelines as closely as possible for both the exterior and interior of your property. If you have any questions, please contact us as soon as possible— we are happy to help!
Exterior Front and Back
- Remove cars from driveway
- Close all windows
- Sweep walkways
- Pick up leaves, sticks, branches
- Put toys, bicycles away
- Store seasonal décor
- Stow garden tools, supplies
- Remove all hoses
- Straighten and arrange deck furniture
- Clean pool area
Interior: Main Areas
- Remove personal items/photos
- Remove all visible clutter
- Open shades/blinds
- Replace burned out light bulbs
- Tidy up or put away all children’s toys
- Empty waste baskets
- Hide pet dishes/toys/beds
- Vacuum carpets
- Sweep hard floors
- Remove newspapers, mail
- Display attractive books
- Turn off televisions
- Turn on all lights
Interior: Kitchen
- Remove all items from refrigerator door (magnets, pictures, etc.)
- Store food in cabinets
- De-clutter counters, stove
- Stow small appliances
- Hide soaps, cleaning items
- Hide dish towels, sponges
- Clear sink of dishes
- Put away draining rack
- Organize items on open shelves
- Place bowl of fruit on counter (optional)
Interior: Dining Room
- Straighten/push in dining chairs
- Add centerpiece, candles
- Set the table for dinner
- Add a vase of flowers
- Add a bottle of wine, glasses
Interior: Bedrooms
- Make the beds
- Arrange decorative pillows
- Put away clothing, shoes
- Clean under the bed
- Clear surfaces of clutter
Interior: Bathrooms
- Make the bathrooms sparkle
- Hang fresh towels
- Clear counters of toiletries
- Clean mirrors
- Clean toilet and close lid
- Remove all items from tub and shower
If you have not done so already, please complete the Client Registration Form.