House Preparation Guide
We cannot begin until the house is 100% ready unless agreed to shoot the location as is.
Exterior Checklist
Park vehicles on street
Put garbage cans away
Sweep walkways and porches
Pull weeds and clean up flowerbeds
Mow lawn, trim shrubs, & clear leaves
Hide garden hose/reel
Clean and arrange patio furniture
Put kids toys/pet toys away
Interior Checklist
Sweep/mop floors, clean windows, & dust
Put clutter away in drawers, closets or
garage
Remove towels and small rugs
Declutter all surfaces (countertops, vanities, dressers, nightstands, etc.)
Make all beds and straighten all curtains
Hide all personal hygiene items in bathroom
Hide all trash cans (kitchen & bathrooms)
Pick up & put away kids toys/pet toys
Crate/hide pets (move to garage or
basement)
Replace burnt-out bulbs
Hide visible cords (cable, power cords, etc.)
What We Do
Adjust blinds & lighting for best possible exposure
Close all toilet seats in bathrooms
What We Don't Do
Move or rearrange furniture or other items
in the house
Move or hide cords (tv/cable, power cords,
etc.)
Make beds, clean, dust or declutter
Move or handle pets and pet items
Touch personal hygiene items (shampoo,
toothbrushes, brushes, etc.)
“Photoshop” vehicles, power lines, walls,
cords, etc.