We are careful to be mindful of your time and needs, so in order to offer you the best experience possible and maximize our efficiency once on site, we have compiled a checklist of items to consider before the shoot. This will help us capture your space at its best. Below is your pre-shoot Bend real estate photography checklist. Please don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions.
GENERAL
- Thoroughly clean whole property
- Turn all lights and lamps on (replace burned out light bulbs)
- Close all windows and open blinds/window treatments to let in outside light
- Create open spaces by removing unnecessary furniture and clearing counter tops & shelves
- Turn off all TVs and computer screens
- If possible, remove personal photographs
- If possible, remove small floor rugs to reveal actual flooring
- Place shoes/jackets in closets
EXTERIOR AREAS
- Move cars from driveways and front of the property
- Close garage doors
- Remove rubbish bins
- Mow and edge grass front & back, trim overgrown trees and brushes
- Remove any toys and, if possible, sports equipment
- Remove visible water hoses and empty planters and garden tools
- Sweep up cuttings and leaves
- Clean pool area
KITCHEN + MEAL AREAS
- Straighten/push in chairs
- Clear countertops of completely
- Remove any small appliances (toaster, kettles, coffee maker, …)
- Remove fridge magnets and photos
- Store dishes and put away draining rack
- Hide soaps and cleaning items
- Remove visible rubbish bins
- Add a center piece such as floors or candles to the tables
- Hide tea towels
LIVING + FAMILY ROOM
- Arrange the furniture to make room look large
- Remove magazines and papers
- Remove any gym equipment
- Clear clutter from shelves and tables
- Hide all remotes
- Hide loose home theater cables
BATHROOMS
- Clear countertops completly
- Remove toothbrushes and shavers
- Clean all mirrors and bench tops
- Hang fresh towels
- Remove all items from bathtubs and showers
- Clean toilet and close lid
- Remove floor mats
BEDROOMS
- Remove any visible clothes and clutter
- Hide personal items and visible cables
- Close all closets
- Make beds and straighten pillows
- Remove items from bed side table
- Clean under bed, remove items which might show
- If possible remove personal images and wall stickers