Home Prep List

To ensure your home looks its absolute best on listing day, please complete the following before our arrival.

General

• Turn all lights ON (lamps, exterior lights, closet lights, cabinet lights, etc.)

• Turn ceiling fans OFF

• Open all curtains to allow maximum natural light

• Keep blinds down but rotated to fully open position

• Replace any burnt-out light bulbs

• Hide cords, chargers, and visible wires

• Remove personal photos and highly personal décor

• Secure pets or remove from property during shoot

• Hide pet bowls, toys, crates, litter boxes

  Note: We do not photograph standard closets or garages (unless requested) — these may be used for temporary storage

Kitchen

• Remove all towels, mats, and rugs

• Clear countertops as much as possible (minimal, intentional décor only)

• Remove soap bottles, sponges, drying racks from sink

• Hide trash cans

• Remove magnets, papers, and items from refrigerator

• Remove small appliances unless staged intentionally (air fryers, toasters, etc.)

• Straighten bar stools and dining chairs

• Clean stainless steel (no fingerprints)

Bathrooms

• Remove all personal items (toothbrushes, razors, products, etc.)

• Remove bath mats and rugs

• Remove all shower items (bottles, loofahs, etc.)

• Hide trash cans, tissue boxes, toilet brushes

• Close toilet lids

• Straighten towels (fresh, neutral towels if possible)

• Clean mirrors thoroughly (no streaks)

Note: We typically do not photograph separate toilet rooms — these are great storage spots during prep.

Living Room

• Remove remotes, chargers, tissue boxes

• Remove excessive décor

• Hide pet beds and toys

• Straighten pillows and blankets

Bedrooms

• Make beds neatly (neutral bedding photographs best)

• Remove clutter from dressers, nightstands, desks

• Hide laundry hampers

• Remove personal photos

• Kids’ rooms: organize toys neatly or store them to maximize space

Exterior

• Remove vehicles from driveway and street view

• Close all garage doors

• Remove trash/recycling bins from sight

• Blow off leaves/debris from driveway, sidewalk, patio

• Open patio umbrellas

• Remove grill/furniture covers

• Straighten outdoor cushions

• Mow lawn (seasonal)

• Trim overgrown bushes near windows/entry

• Clear snow (winter)

Optional Luxury Touches

These small details elevate perception:

• Fresh flowers in kitchen or entry

• Set dining table lightly (simple, elegant)

• Turn on fireplace (if gas and safe)

• Add a neutral throw blanket

• Turn on pool / water features (if applicable)