How to Take Drive-By Residential Photos

  1. Front of Property
    Stand directly in front of the property at the front curb and take 1-2 photos.

  2. Left Side of Property
    Stand at the left side of the property line and take a straight on photo.

  3. Right Side of Property
    Stand at the right side of the property line and take a straight on photo.

  4. Address
    Locate the house address (usually on the mailbox or close to the front door). Capture a clear photo displaying the house address.

  5. Street Sign
    Locate the street sign at the end of the block and take a clear photo that displays the street name.

  6. Street View Left
    Stand at the edge of the left side of the property and take a photo looking down the street in the opposite direction.

  7. Street View Right
    Stand at the edge of the left side of the property and take a photo looking down the street in the opposite direction.

  8. Visible Damage (if applicable)
    Take photos of any areas that appear to have deferred maintenance (i.e. roof, gutters, lawn, driveway, etc.).  

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    Heather Dutcher

    Point 6 and 7 have the exact same discription.