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Preparation Checklist

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*We shoot the property in the same condition as we find it*

PETS

-Secure pets in a crate that is hidden or outside. THIS IS A STRICT REQUIRMENT
-Hide pet beds, toys, and water/food bowls
-Use lint roller on furniture to remove pet hair
-Clear back yard of pet waste, PLEASE

INTERIOR

-Clean the whole house thoroughly (mop floors, vacuum carpet, etc.)​
-Clear counter tops completely. No baking supplies, dish soap, sponges etc.
-One or two small appliances in Kitchen is ok to leave out (Ex: coffee maker)
-Remove everything from the outside of the refrigerator.
-Clean all reflective surfaces (windows, mirrors, kitchen appliances.)
-Hide garbage cans.
-Open all blinds & window treatments. Blinds should be parallel with the floor
-Turn on all interior lighting. Make sure all lightbulbs are the same color/temperature
-*40 or 60 watt incandescent light bulbs are the best*
-Turn OFF all TVs, ceiling fans, and computer screens
-Remove any personal photographs, phones, remotes, charging cables etc
-Make the beds as neatly as possible. Wrinkles can ruin a photo
-Remove all mats from kitchen, bathrooms, etc
-De-clutter rooms as much as possible. Clutter makes the rooms appear smaller.
-Remove any papers, magazines, mail, etc.
-Remove all toys
-Clean under bed, removing items that may show in the photos
-Close closet doors
-Remove soap, toothbrushes, perfume, deodorant, etc. from bathroom counters
-Remove shampoo, soap, loofahs, etc. from showers and tubs
-PLEASE put toilet seats & lids down
-Leave out only new, unused towels

EXTERIOR

-Remove all cars from driveway and front of home
-Grass should be mowed within the last 48 hours
-Remove all trash cans, security signs, and garden hoses
-Hide all toys, basketball goals, etc.
-BBQ grille covers should stay in place if clean, otherwise remove cover if grille is clean
-Clean and organize porches
-Clean swimming pool, fountains etc.
-Close garage doors

*Typical photo shoots average 2 – 4 hours depending on the size of the property*

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