Question 1

How does real estate photography pricing work?

Accepted Answer

Most services are priced by square footage. Standard listing photos start at $200 up to 3,500 sq ft, then add $50 per additional 1,000 sq ft. Matterport 3D tours start at $250 up to 2,500 sq ft, then $100 per additional 1,000 sq ft. The calculator on the Services & Pricing page shows your exact total before you book.

Question 2

How much are neighborhood amenity photos?

Accepted Answer

Neighborhood amenity photos are $50 each. You choose the number of amenities (parks, trails, entrances) and the total updates as you add them.

Question 3

How do I book a shoot?

Accepted Answer

Open the Services & Pricing page, pick your services and square footage, then click Book Shoot. You will fill out a short contact and property form and choose a preferred date. It takes about two minutes.

Question 4

What are your shoot days and hours?

Accepted Answer

Shoot days are Monday through Thursday 8am to 5pm and Friday 8am to noon. We will do our best to accommodate your preferred time.

Question 5

How do I reschedule or cancel a shoot?

Accepted Answer

Call or email Travis as soon as you know you need to change the date. We will find a new time that works. There is no penalty for rescheduling with reasonable notice.

Question 6

Can I book a commercial or construction shoot?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Commercial real estate and construction progress jobs are quoted individually. Use the Commercial page to request a custom quote.

Question 7

How fast will I get my photos?

Accepted Answer

Edited photos are delivered within 24 to 48 hours of the shoot. Larger packages with video or 3D tours may take a little longer.

Question 8

Are the files MLS-ready?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Photos are sized and formatted for the Triangle MLS, Zillow, and Realtor.com so you can upload them directly.

Question 9

How do I receive my media?

Accepted Answer

You get a secure download link with all your edited photos and any floor plans or video files from the shoot.

Question 10

What is included in standard listing photos?

Accepted Answer

HDR interior and exterior photography with sky replacement and lawn enhancement, delivered as MLS-ready files within 24 to 48 hours.

Question 11

What is the difference between Matterport and Zillow 3D tours?

Accepted Answer

A Matterport 3D tour is a full interactive digital twin with dollhouse and measurement mode. A Zillow 3D Home tour is an official Zillow tour that gets priority placement in Zillow search. Both let buyers walk through online.

Question 12

How accurate are your floor plans?

Accepted Answer

Floor plans use ANSI-compliant laser measurements for gross living area, with a clean 2D schematic plan ready for the MLS and lender use.

Question 13

What are the drone rules?

Accepted Answer

Travis is FAA Part 107 licensed and insured. All drone flights follow FAA rules, including altitude limits and airspace checks, so your aerial photos and video are legal and safe.

Question 14

Where are 3D tours hosted?

Accepted Answer

Matterport tours are hosted on Matterport and Zillow tours on Zillow. You receive a shareable link you can add to the MLS and your marketing.

Question 15

What should I do before the shoot?

Accepted Answer

See our full prep checklist on the Prep Tips page. The short version: turn on all lights, open blinds, make beds, clear countertops, and move cars and trash cans out of view.

Question 16

Do I need to be home during the shoot?

Accepted Answer

It helps but is not required. As long as the home is prepped and unlocked, Travis can shoot it. Many agents leave a lockbox code.

Question 17

What areas do you serve?

Accepted Answer

We serve Raleigh, Cary, Apex, Morrisville, Wake Forest, Holly Springs, Fuquay-Varina, Garner, Durham, Chapel Hill, Hillsborough, Clayton, Pittsboro, Youngsville, Franklinton, and the rest of the Triangle.

Question 18

Do you travel outside the Triangle?

Accepted Answer

Yes. For shoots outside our standard area we add standard IRS mileage round-trip from Raleigh. Call or email Travis for a quote on your location.

Real Estate Photography FAQ

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