Quick checklist
- One wide shot per room (two if it's large).
- One wide shot of floors and walls where possible.
- Close-ups of any existing damage.
- Any supplied appliances, plus serial plates if easy.
- Meter readings.
How many photos is enough?
As a rough rule: 5 to 15 per room is plenty, unless there's lots of damage. If you feel like you're repeating yourself, you probably are.
The shots that save arguments
- Wide shot showing the whole wall, then the mark.
- Wide shot showing the full carpet area, then the stain.
- Photo with a door or window in frame for context.
Lighting tips
- Turn on the lights.
- Stand back to avoid motion blur.
- If something looks wrong, take one extra photo from further away.
Common mistakes
- Taking only close-ups with no context.
- Mixing photos between rooms without labels.
- Photographing every tiny thing but missing the main surfaces.
Using TenancyKit
- Add photos within each room so they're grouped properly.
- Use the export to generate a proof pack you can share.