• Do I have to direct and accompany the videographer throughout my home?  

Yes. You or an authorized representative will direct and accompany our videographer throughout your home or business so as much detail as possible can be recorded. Please note: If entire rooms or any portion thereof, and/or personal property exists that you desire not to be documented for any reason, please let us know prior to the filming.  

• Can audio remarks be part of the recording process?

Yes, we encourage it. 

The description of an item or a group of items should be brief, detailing what is known to be accurate and verifiable.

For purchased personal property please include approximate age, purchase price and place of purchase. Note: Always keep your sales receipts for expensive items in a safe place.

For personal property handed down, family heirlooms, collectibles, antiques, etc., please include age, condition, and current known value.

Its byproduct delivers a specialized custom video-recording revealing a permanent legacy for your family and heirs to preserve your lifestyle, heirlooms, and valuables and the stories behind them.

Taking these initial steps will greatly improve your video property archive to be as accurate and effective as possible.

• What will be recorded on the DVD ?

One (1) custom digitally time/date-stamped DVD featuring all the recorded contents of your home, including; General Household Contents, Fine Art, China, Crystal, Rugs, Furniture, Sterling, Jewelry, Antiques, Collectables, Wardrobes, Electronics, Amenities, Pool & Spa, exterior and interior amenities, wall, floor, and ceiling applications, pets, landscapes, and all land, sea, and air vehicles on premise (weather permitting) during recording.  Audio will be included only on specifically noted possessions and story lines. Duplicate DVDs are available upon request prior to or on the day of recording. Cost: $15.00/ea.

• When and how will my recordings be shipped.

Your package will ship approximately (2) two weeks from the date of recording. All deliverables will be shipped 1st Class through the U.S. Postal Service. Next Day delivery is available upon request. Ask us for current additional postal rate charge. 

• What special features are available on my recording?

Your recording is digitally date-stamped (each frame), dual-layered (Computer or progressive DVD player)  and finalized (tamperproof).  The DVD features HQ normal playback, freeze-frame, multi-speed advance/reverse, and zoom modes to view images for documentation purposes.

• Privacy Guarantee:

Video Property Archives™ realizes the trust involved in recording your personal property. We guarantee you absolute privacy.  Video Property Archives™ does not share or retain any original or duplicate client recordings and strongly advises clients to store the DVD in an off-site safe deposit box.

• Disclaimer:

Video Property Archives™ makes no representations, guarantees, or warranties of any kind relating to the outcome of third party transactions for which this video archive may be used, including but not limited to insurance claims relating to property damage or loss, real estate transactions, or any other use or application of audio/video or video recording.

• Should I attempt video-recording myself?

You can, but most homeowners don't take the time, or have the expertise and specialized videographic equipment. In addition, Do-it-yourself videos may limit and/or delay your recovery, which may fall far short of the limits of your insurance policies. Over a decade of experience uniquely qualifies VPA to provide you with a professional recording of your personal property. Our highly detailed recordings become your key tool-of-reference for written claim submission purposes to your carrier.

• Are still photographs as reliable as a video-recording?

No. Photographs tend to be one dimensional, usually undated, and cannot possibly reveal the detail and overall condition of real or personal property in the same manner that a multi-dimensional, digitally date-stamped audio/video recording will. Think about how many still photographs it would take to create the same effect as a video recording.

• What is the standard recording time requirement?

Up to 3 hours on premises per residence.