To make your property look its absolute best and ensure a smooth shoot, please follow these steps

Kitchen: Clear worktops of dish racks, sponges, washing-up liquid, and excess appliances. Remove all fridge magnets, notes, and photos.

Bathrooms: Hide all personal toiletries (toothbrushes, shampoo bottles, razors, soap bars). Hang clean, neatly folded towels.

Bedrooms: Make beds tightly with wrinkle-free bedding and plumped pillows. Put away all clothes, shoes, and nightstand clutter.

Living Areas: Hide loose charging cables, extension leads, remote controls, and stacks of paperwork or magazines.

Outdoor Setup: Uncover patio furniture, wipe down tables, and open up garden umbrellas.

Tidy Outdoor Spaces: Mow the lawn, sweep patios/paths, rake leaves, and coil hosepipes neatly out of sight.

Clean Windows & Glass: Wipe down windows, glass shower screens, and large mirrors to remove smudges and water spots.

Check Lightbulbs: Ensure all overhead lights, lamps, and cooker hood lights are working (replace any blown bulbs so lighting is warm and consistent).

Declutter Storage Areas: Clear out excess clutter from main living spaces and hide boxes or items stored under beds.

Final quick checks right before the appointment

Move Vehicles: Move all cars, vans, bins, and bicycles away from the front drive/street so the exterior view is completely clear.

Toilet Lids Down: Double-check that every toilet lid in the house is closed.

Turn On ALL Lights: Switch on every overhead light and lamp throughout the house (including bedside, hallway, and kitchen cabinet lights).

Blinds & Curtains: Open curtains fully and set all window blinds to a consistent level/angle across the house.

Ceiling Fans OFF: Turn off all ceiling fans so the blades don't blur during photos.

Pet Supplies & Pets: Secure pets away comfortably and hide food bowls, litter trays, crates, and pet toys out of sight.

For Airbnb & Vacation Rentals

Set the Scene: Set up key guest amenities just before arrival. Stage a coffee/tea tray, drinks/snacks/breakfast items, fresh flowers, prep outdoor dining tables, uncover the hot tub, and anything else to showcase the guest experience.