Pre-Shoot Checklist
General
Remove
Maximize space to create a more open and spacious feel—remember, less is more!
- Memorabilia
- Pets
- Jewelry
- Animal Food bowls, Toys, bedding
- Personal family pictures
- Religious or political artifacts
- Garbage
- Trash bins
- Cars in driveway (if possible)
Windows and Mirrors
- Free of streaks and dust
Floors
- Rugs, Floor mats, door mats
- Wires, cords, or electronics left out
Lights, Lamps, Fans & Fires
- Turn on all light/lamps
- Keep fans off
- Turn on interior fireplaces
Exterior Areas
- Real estate signs (or we can handle them for you)
- Real estate signs (or we can handle them for you)
- Large or noticeable weeds
- Vehicles, caravans, and trailers
- Garden hoses and tools
- Toys, bicycles, and skateboards
- Trash bins (store in the garage if possible)
- Laundry and pegs from clotheslines
- Stains on driveways and pathways (sweep or clean)
- Lawns and gardens (trim and groom)
- Leaves (rake and clear)
- Exposed dirt (cover with mulch)
- Outdoor furniture (wipe clean)
- Cushions (arrange neatly)
- Pool area (remove covers, cleaning equipment, toys, and debris)
Lounge & Living
- Remove
- TV remotes
- Video game consoles and controllers
- Visible electrical cords
- Books, magazines, and extra clutter
- Pedestal fans or floor fans
- Excess cushions (keep minimal and neatly arranged)
Bedrooms
- Remove these
- Clutter from nightstands
- Family photographs
- Children’s toys
- Trash and personal items
- Clothing and shoes
- Excess furniture
- Be sure to do these:
- Make the bed with crisp sheets
- Fluff pillows & bedding
- Open blinds & curtains
- Put away personal items
- Check bulbs & turn on lights
Bathroom & En-Suite Prep:
- Ensure shower screens are free of streaks
- Place double-folded, coordinated fresh towels
- Keep toilet lids down
Clear the following:
- Washing baskets
- Trash bins
- Tissue boxes
- Soap dishes
- Bath mats from the floor
- Personal products lying around
Kitchen & Dining Prep:
- Clean all appliances so they are streak-free
- Turn on oven light for extra ambiance
- Clear small appliances off counters
- Clear everything off the refrigerator
- Set the dining table with a low-height centerpiece
Remove
- Dishes and hand towels
- Small appliances and benchtop clutter
- Child-proofing equipment
- Sponges, gloves
- Paper towel rolls
Entry Area Prep:
- Remove shoes, bags, floor mats, umbrellas, and all clutter
Personnel:
- Ensure that no contractors, landscapers, or third-party crew are present at the time of our arrival
- The home should be vacant and fully prepared for photography and videography
- Your cooperation helps us capture the property at its best and ensures a seamless shoot
Pre-Shoot Questionnaire
Let’s prepare for a successful shoot.