PHOTO PREP

In a nutshell, pretend you are having a showing.

 

Outside

• Move vehicles from driveways and in front of the house. 

• Mow grass and remove all debris from the sidewalks and driveways

• Place garbage and recycling cans inside the garage

• Remove all seasonal decorations

• Remove pet waste

• Hide children’s toys and pet-related items

• Remove and store pool cleaner, nets and chemical bottles

• Turn all fans off

• Make sure water sprinklers do not run before or during the shoot

• Roll up or store hoses

• Neatly arrange patio furniture

• Cover or clean grills

 

Inside

 

Overall Preparation

• Have all light bulbs working and turned on prior to the photographer’s arrival

• Turn all fans off

• Have window treatments pulled back to show natural light.

• Hide pet related items including bowls, kennels, beds, toys, etc.

• Place pets in a separate room or garage

• Remove all seasonal decorations 

 

Kitchen 

• Remove all magnets, photos, etc. from refrigerators

• Hide garbage cans in pantry or garage

• Empty the sink and remove dish soap/cleaning supplies

• Turn on lights above the sink, stove and under/above cabinets

• Clear the kitchen counters, less is more

 

Bathroom 

• Hide all toiletries (shampoo/conditioners, toothbrushes, soaps etc.)

• Close all toilet lids

• Hide robes, dirty clothes, hampers, garbage cans and scales

• Remove all rugs in the master bathroom

• Clean mirrors

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