Business Details
12 Years
experience
Professional Real Estate Photography Services in York, PA
Founded in 2014, Open. Tours has established itself as a premier real estate photography company serving South-Central Pennsylvania and Northern Maryland. Our team of professional photographers combines technical expertise with artistic vision to deliver high-quality images that enhance property listings and drive sales. With over a decade of experience, we specialize in capturing the unique features of residential and commercial properties through advanced techniques including HDR photography, aerial drone imaging, and virtual tours. Our commitment to innovation is demonstrated through our Zillow Showcase+ certification and the development of proprietary tools like our 2D Parcel Line viewer. We prioritize efficiency and client satisfaction, offering next-day turnaround times and personalized service tailored to real estate agents' needs.Our FAA-licensed drone operators produce 4K aerial video and 20-megapixel imagery, while our in-house editing team ensures consistent quality across all deliverables. From luxury home photography to large-scale land parcel imaging, we maintain rigorous standards of professionalism and technical excellence. Our comprehensive service packages include virtual staging, walkthrough videos, and interactive floor plans, all designed to maximize property visibility in competitive markets. We maintain transparent communication throughout the process and provide secure online access to completed projects. Through continuous investment in cutting-edge technology and staff development, we remain at the forefront of real estate visual marketing solutions.
Services
Real Estate Photography
Aerial Drone Photography
Virtual Tours
Walkthrough Videos
Virtual Staging
Parcel Line Imaging
Luxury Home Photography
Commercial Property Imaging
Farm & Land Photography
High-Resolution Videos
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We offer Zillow Showcase+ certified virtual tours and floor plans.
- Our FAA-licensed drone operators capture 4K aerial video and 20MP imagery.
- We provide next-day turnaround on standard photo packages.
- We developed the industry-specific 2D Parcel Line viewer tool.
- Our in-house editing team ensures consistent quality across all deliverables.
Associations and certifications
- FAA Licensed
Services
Real Estate Photography
Our professional real estate photography captures properties in optimal light with up to 40 HDR images per session. We employ advanced techniques to showcase interior and exterior features effectively. Every shoot includes a full-featured floor plan with precise measurements to enhance property listings.
Aerial Drone Photography
FAA-licensed operators capture 4K aerial video and 20-megapixel stills to showcase properties from unique perspectives. We create detailed 2D maps and 3D renders for commercial sites and large estates. Our drones operate within legal limits while maximizing visual impact.
Virtual Tours
Interactive virtual tours provide immersive property experiences compatible with all devices. Each tour includes VR-ready features and high-resolution details. These Zillow Showcase+ certified tours help properties stand out in competitive markets.
Walkthrough Videos
Two-minute walkthrough videos combine drone and handheld footage for dynamic property presentations. Simple, unbranded videos work perfectly for Zillow listings and social media marketing. Videos complement existing photo packages.
Parcel Line Imaging
Our parcel line imaging service creates 10 contoured aerial views with GPS-accurate boundary lines. This cost-effective solution works for marketing large land parcels where traditional drone photography isn't feasible. Images show terrain slopes and property boundaries.
People
John Beatty
Co-Owner
John Beatty co-founded Open. Tours in 2014 with a passion for real estate photography. With over a decade of experience, he oversees operations and quality control while maintaining FAA drone certification. John focuses on technological innovation and client relations.
Jen Beatty
Co-Owner
Jen Beatty co-owns Open. Tours alongside John. She manages business development and client services while ensuring efficient workflow across all photography projects. Her expertise in real estate marketing complements the company's technical capabilities.
Mike Woltman
Lead Photographer
Mike Woltman serves as lead photographer with extensive experience in real estate imaging. Certified in advanced photography techniques, he covers Cumberland, Perry, Dauphin, Lebanon, and York counties while maintaining consistent quality standards across all assignments.
Questions
What photography services do you offer for real estate agents?
We provide HDR photography, aerial drone imaging, virtual tours, walkthrough videos, and virtual staging. Our packages include floor plans and next-day delivery.
Do you serve areas outside York, PA?
We cover all South-Central Pennsylvania and Northern Maryland, including Harrisburg, Gettysburg, and surrounding counties. Travel fees may apply for distant locations.
How do I schedule a photo session?
While online booking is available, we recommend calling first to confirm availability and discuss specific property requirements with our team.
Are your drone operators certified?
Yes, our drone pilots hold FAA licenses and follow all federal regulations for commercial aerial photography operations.
What makes your virtual tours different?
Our Zillow Showcase+ certified tours offer VR compatibility, high-resolution details, and interactive features that enhance online property listings.
Do you offer special pricing for luxury properties?
We customize luxury home packages with extended shooting time and advanced editing techniques. Pricing reflects the additional work required for premium properties.
Reviews (4)
Christabottomley Bottomley
Mar 27, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
This company is amazing to work with! Its run by a husband wife team whose sons edit the photos. They were super professional and did their very best to work with our tight time-frame. I love supporting such hard-working and genuine people and they gave us a great value as well. Thank you both for helping us get our home ready for sale!
This company is amazing to work with! Its run by a husband wife team whose sons edit the photos. They were super professional and did their very best to work with our tight time-frame. I love supporting such hard-working and genuine people and they gave us a great value as well. Thank you both for helping us get our home ready for sale!
Heather Aughenbaugh
Jul 19, 2020
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Jen & John always do an amazing job maximizing the homes best potential through photos. They are professional & best of all they aren't afraid of helping to move items so the room is at its best. My clients are always happy with then results & my homes sell quicker because, as we know the photos are the 1st showing!
Kristy Lea Rohrman
Jul 17, 2020
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Jen was absolutely amazing! Very professional and courteous, and very timely! I would definitely recommend Open.Tours to do all Real Estate photography! I'll definitely use again
Lora Deller
Jul 03, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
I love working with John and Jen at Open.Tours! All my photos have the WOW factor which helps us sell to future clients.
I love working with John and Jen at Open.Tours! All my photos have the WOW factor which helps us sell to future clients.
