
Pre-shoot Checklist
Exterior
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Remove all vehicles from the driveway
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Make sure the garage doors are closed
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Do not park cars in front of the house
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Remove trash cans, garden tools, garden hoses, and sprinklers from view
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Sweep/Blow the driveways, decks, patios, and sidewalks
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Put deck/patio umbrellas up in season (if not too windy), remove grill covers and place them out of sight
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All window blinds should be set to the same height, we will open and close as needed
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Enhance curb appeal with pots of greenery or fresh flowers
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​ Interior
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Make sure all lights are working and fans are turned OFF before the photographer’s arrival
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Clear countertops in the kitchen and bathrooms, removing tissue boxes, soap containers, and paper towel rolls
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A bowl of apples, oranges, or lemons adds a nice touch of color to a kitchen counter
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Remove all notes, pictures, and magnets from the refrigerator and any bulletin boards
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Put away any evidence of “housework”, including buckets, mops, trash cans, vacuum cleaners, sponges, soap bottles, and cleaning cloths
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Hide the Kitchen trash can – the garage is usually a good place to store it temporarily
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Pet beds, feeding bowls, and toys temporarily stored out of sight
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Secure pets
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Remove newspapers, and all TV/video remotes
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Windows and mirrors cleaned and streak-free
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Carpets vacuumed, wood floors polished
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Beds are freshly made, wrinkle-free, and straight
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Items to remove would be the clock, phone, etc. Minimize wires
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De-clutter and De-personalize, so your buyer can imagine living in their new home!