☑️Preparation Checklist
✅Day-of Shoot Guidelines
✔️Your home must be photo-ready at the scheduled time. If the home is not ready, we may need to reschedule.
✔️We cannot photograph while items are being moved, cleaned, or rearranged.
✔️For best results, leave the home or step outside during the shoot.
✔️Ensure all lights are ON, ceiling fans OFF, and blinds/curtains open.
✅Exterior
✔️Mow the lawn and edge walkways
✔️Rake leaves and pull weeds
✔️Trim bushes and low-hanging tree limbs
✔️Sweep porches, sidewalks, and patios
✔️Add fresh mulch if needed
✔️Hide garden tools, toys, pet items, and hoses
✔️Arrange and clean patio furniture
✔️Remove vehicles from driveways and don’t park directly in front
✔️Close garage doors
✅Living Room / Family Room
✔️Remove clutter: remotes, toys, shoes, papers, etc.
✔️Fluff pillows and fold blankets
✔️Hide cords and wires
✔️Tidy up shelves and remove excess décor
✔️Clean windows and surfaces
✅Dining Room
✔️Wipe down the table and straighten chairs
✔️Add a simple centerpiece (e.g., fruit bowl or flowers)
✔️Remove place settings, high chairs, and pet bowls
✔️Sweep and mop the floor
✅Kitchen
✔️Clear countertops completely except minimal décor
✔️Put away soap, sponges, racks, and trash cans
✔️Remove small appliances (toaster, blender, etc.)
✔️Clean all surfaces and polish appliances
✔️Remove magnets, papers, and photos from the fridge
✅Bedrooms
✔️Make beds with coordinated bedding and fluffed pillows
✔️Clear nightstands of personal items
✔️Remove laundry baskets, fans, clutter, and bold décor
✔️Open blinds/curtains to let in natural light
✅Bathrooms
✔️Remove all toiletries (soaps, razors, bottles, etc.)
✔️Clear counters and clean mirrors
✔️Take out trash cans, mats, toilet brushes, and scales
✔️Hang clean towels neatly
✔️Close toilet lids
✅Pets
✔️Secure pets away from the photo area
✔️Hide pet beds, bowls, toys, and litter boxes
✅Final Touches
✔️Open all blinds and curtains
✔️Turn on all lights and replace any burnt bulbs
✔️Turn off TVs and computer monitors
✔️Close closet doors and organize visible shelves
✔️Take one last walk-through before the appointment
Seasonal Reminders
✅Spring/Summer
✔️Power wash exterior if needed
✔️Clean windows and screens
✔️Wipe down outdoor furniture
✔️Tidy pool areas and store equipment
✔️Add potted plants or flowers to entry
✅Fall
✔️Rake and bag leaves
✔️Remove dead plants or summer décor
✔️Add neutral fall porch décor
✔️Clean visible rooflines and gutters
✅Winter
✔️Shovel and salt driveways and walkways
✔️Remove snow from outdoor areas
✔️Take down holiday decorations
✔️Hide bulky coats and winter gear
🏁You’re Ready!
Thanks for preparing your home. Clean, bright spaces help your listing shine, and we’re excited to help you do just that!