GETTING YOUR PROPERTY READY FOR A SHOOT

Before Your Shoot

To get the best results, please make sure:

✅ The property is fully cleaned and camera ready
✅ No cleaners or vendors are scheduled during the shoot
✅ Vehicles are moved away from the front of the property
✅ Pets are secured or removed
✅ If the home is occupied, someone must be present for the entire shoot

🏠 Interior Preparation

• Remove or conceal personal items, branded materials, paperwork, trash cans, cleaning supplies, and loose clutter

• Clear countertops, desks, tables, nightstands, and vanities

• Straighten furniture, seating areas, and décor

• Make beds

• Turn on all interior lights and replace any burnt-out bulbs

• Turn off TVs and computer monitors

• Open blinds and shades unless privacy is a concern

• Remove small rugs, excess décor, and floor clutter if they crowd the space

• Secure or remove pets and pet items from visible areas

• Hide visible cords and cables where possible

🌴 Exterior Preparation

• Park vehicles off-site or on the street, not directly in front of the property

• Remove trash cans, bins, signage, cones, hoses, and tools

• Ensure sprinklers and water features are off during the appointment

• Sweep walkways, entry areas, patios, and common spaces

• Arrange and clean outdoor furniture

• Remove outdoor toys, pet items, and temporary objects

• Uncover outdoor furniture, grills, and amenities intended to be photographed

🙌 What our photographers do not do 

For efficiency, safety, and consistency, we do not:

• Move furniture, décor, cords, or personal items

• Clean, stage, or declutter spaces

• Make beds or reset rooms

• Handle pets or pet items

• Remove signage or branding