Home Preparation

Remove all vehicles from the driveway. Make sure garage doors are closed. Do not park cars in front of any residential space.

Remove trash cans, garden tools, garden hoses, and sprinklers from view.

Sweep driveways, patios, and sidewalks.

Put deck/patio furniture & umbrellas up in season (unless too windy) and remove covers from furniture and grills.

Set all blinds to the same height. Photographer will adjust as needed.

Mow the lawn, and trim tress/bushes (preferred).

Enhance curb appeal with a front door wreath, pots of greenery, or fresh flowers.

Remove trash cans, garden tools, garden hoses, and sprinklers from view.

Make sure all lights and lamps have working bulbs and are turned on.

Clear off countertops in kitchens and bathrooms removing towel rolls, tissues, soap, toothbrushes, etc.

Remove all notes, pictures, & magnets from refrigerator. Completely cleared off.

Turn off all ceiling fans.

Put away evidence of “work” including buckets, mops, trash cans, vacuum cleaners, sponges, etc.

Hide kitchen trash cans.

Keep pet beds, food bowls, and toys out
of sight.

Remove TV remotes, magazines, news papers.

Vacuum Carpets, and make beds.