Photoshoot
Checklist
Having your home looking its best is an important part of the listing process. In addition to cleaning your home, please complete these following items prior to the photo session.
Interior
Turn on all lights in the house, including fireplaces (seasonal), lamps, and under- cabinet lights.
Replace broken and/or mismatching color light bulbs (bright white vs soft white tones)
Turn off all TVs, computer screens, and projectors
Hide any loose electrical cords
Turn off all ceiling fans.
Minimize clutter and remove all items off countertops (including kitchen appliances, remotes), tables, night stands, etc.
Remove small throw rugs, doormats and bathroom mats.
Remove all items from bathroom countertops, sinks, showers, and tubs.
Send away pets: in the garage, kennel, or offsite during the appointment
Remove any artificial flowers or greenery
Remove items from above kitchen cabinets
Exterior
Remove yard signs (For Sale, home security, school, school spirit, etc.).
Put away water hoses, toys, cleaning supplies, recycle bins, and other miscellaneous items that are not directly part of the exterior area.
Arrange outdoor furniture as you would like it photographed. If there is a patio umbrella, please open it.
Sweep/remove leaves and other items in patio areas.
Clean pool and remove any toys.
Turn on water features or fountains
Remove covers from BBQ grills
Pick up any pet droppings in yard
Remove weeds from flower beds
Add new mulch and colorful seasonal flowers to landscaping around front entry area.