Preparing Your Home for Photography - A Quick Checklist

To help us capture your property at its absolute best, here are some simple steps that make a huge difference:

Lighting & Atmosphere

• Make sure all lightbulbs are functional!

• Ensure that all the lightbulbs in a given set of lights matches—avoid having one bright white bulb in your kitchen’s 8 can lights for instance

• Switch on all interior lights throughout the home

• Turn off ceiling fans to avoid motion blur in photos

• Open blinds and level them evenly for natural light

Cleanliness & Staging

• Wipe down all countertops, tables, and visible surfaces

• Vacuum or sweep all floors

• Clean windows and mirrors for crystal-clear shots

• Close toilet seats and tuck away personal bathroom items

Decluttering

• Tuck electrical cords and cables out of sight where possible

• Move trash bins to less visible locations

• Clear away any clutter from counters and tables

• Store any personal toiletry items in the bathrooms

Exterior Preparation

• Move vehicles into the garage or park them down the street (this is especially important for drone shots!)

• Keep the area of the street directly in front of your home clear

• Ensure pets are secured away from the photography areas

• A freshly cut lawn and debris-free walkways/driveways really make the exterior shine

Pro Tip: While not mandatory, shoots typically run more smoothly—and much faster!—when homeowners step out during the session. This allows me to work efficiently without needing to coordinate around foot traffic.