Photographers in St. Louis.

Beautiful homes are everywhere in India, but not all of them are photographed. If you're selling your home, quality photos are of utmost importance. As home buyers swipe through hundreds of photos, you want yours to stand out for all the right reasons.Think about when you look at photos of homes online: If the lighting is terrible, the quality is poor and the listing provides very few photos, don't you subconsciously associate these bad qualities with the homeowner or renter? Good architectural photography aka real estate photography in St. Louis, MO will enhance your home's saleability, attracting potential buyers to your home's best points and minimising the impact of any rougher zones.

Why should I hire a professional interior photographer instead of leaving it to the real estate agents or taking the photos myself?

Every home will have key selling points or features to highlight, a professional interior photographer in St. Louis, MO will be able to evaluate and present those features in a way that is truthful yet instantly appealing to viewers. If you live in a top-floor studio or apartment, for example, the focus should be on natural light, views, and the clever use of space. However, for those living in an Indian style independent home, the interior photography will aim to capture the cosiness of the house, the characterful antique details and the abundance of outdoor space.

Professional St. Louis, MO architectural photographers vary quite widely in the services that they offer. Some photographers include home staging in their rate, some include editing and some want to come prior to the shoot date to set up shots. Others will not offer these services unless asked or will charge an additional rate. Make sure you ask the photographer beforehand what is included in the cost. If he or she does not offer everything you need, you might want to consider reaching out to other professionals to get the best-finished product.

Before you call any potential photographers, make sure they have good references. Friends who've sold or rented homes before are great resources, as are local real estate agents. Look through each photographer's online portfolio to make sure what you're looking for is being offered. Once you've done that, it's a good idea to walk around your home and write down exactly how many and what types of shots you'll need. Include any specifications you might have, such as angles, things to consider about your home’s site, the time of day you think will be best and aspects of your home you want to highlight.

Questions to ask an architectural photographer in St. Louis, MO:

• How long have you been a professional interior/architectural/landscape photographer for?
  
• Which photos are you most proud of in your portfolio and is it possible to read references from those clients?
  
• Is photo editing included in your rate?
  
• Do you offer a free home consultation?
  
• What are the best features of my property in your opinion?
  
• If you don’t offer external shots could you recommend landscape photographer?
  
• Do you have a standard contract?
  
• Will your quote be inclusive of travel, materials, editing, and retouching as well as VAT?
  
• How long will this job take, from consultation to delivery?
  
• How will you be sending the final images?
  
• In terms of preparation, what do I need to do before the shoot day (such as cleaning, decluttering, rearranging and repairs)?
  
• What happens if I don’t like the first round of photos?
  

Find an architectural photographer in St. Louis, MO on Houzz. Narrow your search in the ‘Find Pros’ of the website to photographers. You can also look through photos by style to find a room you like, then contact the professional who photographed it.