The Week Before the Shoot

 

Exterior

  • Landscape (weed flower beds,
    add fresh mulch, add seasonal plants)

  • Mow the lawn

  • Clean the pool

  • Pressure wash the house, driveways, walkways, patios, and decks

  • Wash exterior windows and front porch

Interior

  • Remove clutter in all rooms

  • Replace any burnt out light bulbs

  • Give your home a deep clean,
    including windows and walls

The Day of the Shoot

 

All Rooms

  • Open Curtains & turn blinds horizontally

  • Clean the floors

  • Turn off all ceiling fans

  • Turn on all lamps and lights

  • Hide all power cords and cables

  • Remove pet bowls, bed, and toys

  • Turn TVs off and hide remotes

Outdoors

  • Remove cars from driveway and curb

  • Remove garbage cans from view

  • Put away garden hose, sprinklers, etc

  • Remove pool cleaner and toys

  • Add fresh cushions to outdoor furniture

  • Sweep up leaves

Kitchen and Dining Room

  • Wipe down counter tops

  • Remove cleaning supplies, rags, small appliances, paper towels, dishes, etc
    from countertops

  • Remove magnets, stickers, and photos
    from refrigerator

  • Hide trash cans

  • Add fresh flowers and a fruit bowl

  • Add centerpieces or cutlery to dining
    room table

 

Bathrooms

  • Wipe down counter tops

  • Remove all items from countertops

  • Remove all items from shower or tub

  • Put away all personal items such as
    toiletries, cosmetics, scales, and toys

  • Hide trash cans

  • Close toilet lids

  • Refill toilet paper rolls

Bedrooms

  • Put clothes away and tidy the closet

  • Make beds

  • Declutter surfaces and hide toys