HOME PHOTOGRAPHY CHECKLIST

Exterior. 

• Close the windows. 
• Park on the street or in a closed garage. 
• Rake the yard.
• Remove all children's or pet's toys.
• Put away any garbage cans. 
• Put away all tools and supplies. 
• Close the gates and garage doors. 
• Remove all pool toys, visible cleaning supplies, and equipment.
• Keep the pets out of the yard during the photo shoot.

Interior.

• Clear the clutter.. Put it away in a closet or cabinet; don't just stick it in another room. 
• Clean the house.. All the nooks and crannies. 
• Turn on all the lights and lamps. 
• Close the windows and open the curtains and blinds. 
• Hide any visible cords.
• Put away all children's or pet's toys.

Kitchen.

• Remove all refrigerator magnets, photos, artwork, etc. 
• Clear the top of the fridge.
• Clear the counter tops. 
• Put away all appliances. 
• Put away all cleaning supplies. 
• Put away all towels including wash rags and dish towels.
• Hide the garbage can in a closet / pantry.
• Put away any water / food bowls for pets.

Bathroom.

• Open the shower curtain.
• Put down the toilet seat.
• Put out fresh, matching towels.
• Hide all bath products from the tub / shower including bars of soap, shampoo & conditioner, washclothes, etc.
• Hide all bath products from the sink including hand soap, makeup, etc; decorative soaps can stay.
• Hide all appliances including hair drier, curling iron, etc.
• Hide all air fresheners including those that plug in.
• Hide all cleaning products.

Living Room.

• Clear the mantle of personal photos.
• Turn off the television.
• Light a fire in the fireplace.
• Replace any large family portraits with generic artwork.
• Straighten the book shelves.
• Straighten the rug and throw pillows.

Bedroom.

• Make the bed.
• Remove anything stored under the bed if there is no dust ruffle to cover it.
• Put away all shoes and clothing.
• Clear the bedside tables.
• Leave only the lamp, clock, and one or two books.
• Clear / straighten the dresser.
• Straighten the book shelves.

Walk-In Closet.

• Tidy-up the closet by organizing / sorting clothing and shoes.

• Matching hangers are a nice touch.

Dining Room.

• Set the table or clear everything but a small centerpiece.

Home Office.

• Hide any visible cords.

• Put away all paperwork. 

Pets.

• It is the homeowner's or agent's responsibilty to keep the pets out of the shot.

• Put away all toys, food / water bowls, and litter boxes.