Prepare Your Home for Real Estate Photography
Interior
Clear counter tops in kitchen and bathroom, removing towel rolls, tissue, soap and toothbrushes.
Vacuum carpets and make beds.
Remove remotes, magazines and newspapers.
Clear off refrigerator by removing magnets and pictures
Turn off ceiling fans.
Hide trash cans and remove evidence of cleaning supplies, mops, buckets, sponges, etc.
Pets need to be put somewhere during the shoot, kennel, garage or a room not being photographed. Keep pet beds, bowls and toys out of sight.
Set all blinds to the same height.
EXTERIOR
Remove all vehicles from the driveway. Make sure garage doors are closed. Do not park in residential spaces in front of home.
Tuck away trash cans and remove garden tools, hoses and sprinklers from view.
Sweep driveway, patios and sidewalks.
Put patio / deck furniture and umbrellas up in season (unless too windy). Remove covers from furniture and grills.
Mow lawn, trim trees and bushes.
Enhance curb appeal with door wreath, pots of greenery or fresh flowers.
Aerial
It is possible your agent chose a package that would include the use of a drone. Potential buyers like to see a birds eye view of the property.
All drones are registered with the FAA. We comply with all flight restrictions, including height limits and no fly zones.
Depending on your situation you may want to notify any neighbors prior.
3D Virtual Tours
A 3D tour may have been chosen to showcase your home in a unique, interactive way. Because these tours involve the use of a 360 camera, it is important to have the whole area clear of people and pets. If possible, please exit the home or at least one floor between the photographer and you.
Since a 3D tour guides a prosective buyer through quite a bit more of the home from every angle, it is very important that anything you do not want to be seen, is put away.