No. Productions are required to provide insurance coverage for filming activities during the contracted production period. Coverage is verified prior to filming.

No. The production company is responsible for workers’ compensation coverage for all production personnel working on-site.

Yes. Location Alchemy provides oversight and coordination throughout production activity to help ensure the property, crew, and agreed-upon filming parameters are managed appropriately.

Production timelines vary by project. Some bookings may involve a single-day shoot, while others may include prep, filming, and wrap over multiple days/weeks. All schedules are discussed and approved in advance.

In many cases, no, productions will require full access to the property during filming. However, depending on the size and operational needs of the production, accommodations can sometimes be made for owners to remain on-site in designated areas.

Yes. If a production requires exclusive use of the property, owners are typically compensated not only through the filming fee, but also through a per diam for accommodations.

Productions operate under contractual agreements outlining approved use, insurance requirements, access limitations, and restoration expectations. Protective measures are implemented based on the scope of filming.

Properties may be used for film, television, commercial advertising, branded campaigns, editorial photography, social media content, interviews, or music-related productions.

All productions must comply with approved filming parameters, including parking, access, noise, and timing restrictions. When applicable, coordination with HOA or property management requirements is handled in advance.

For productions involving exterior filming or increased neighborhood impact, productions may also provide a location donation or compensation to the HOA and, in some cases, directly impacted neighbors as part of the filming agreement.

No. Location Alchemy guides property owners through the process from initial inquiry through final wrap.

Rates are based on factors such as property type, production size, usage requirements, number of filming days, prep/wrap needs, and overall operational impact.

Production teams understand that pets are part of the home environment. If filming conditions require pets to be temporarily relocated for safety, noise, or operational reasons, productions will typically assist with or cover accommodations, boarding, or related care expenses during the filming period.

If a tenant is occupying the property during filming, the production will typically compensate the property owner directly under the filming agreement. In many cases, tenants may also receive a separate inconvenience or accommodation fee depending on the scope and duration of the production.

Any requested modifications are discussed and approved in advance of filming begins. Productions are contractually responsible for restoring the property to its original condition after filming wraps, including repainting, repairs, cleaning, or removal of temporary production elements if changes were made.

Potentially, yes. Many productions utilize existing furniture and décor as part of the filmed environment. In some cases, productions may also temporarily move or replace items to fit creative or operational needs. Any removed items are documented, carefully stored, and returned to their original placement after filming concludes.

Yes. Production recommends that any irreplaceable valuables, family heirlooms, sensitive documents, or sentimental items be secured or stored in a safe area prior to filming. While productions take precautions to protect the property, removing highly personal or priceless items is always encouraged for added peace of mind.

No. Productions require controlled working environments and generally do not allow interaction with cast members during filming. To maintain professionalism, privacy, and production schedules, autograph requests and on-set access to talent are typically not permitted.

If additional prep, filming, or wrap days are required beyond the contracted schedule, extensions are handled through updated agreements and additional compensation based on the established daily production rates for the applicable prep, filming, or wrap period.

Parking logistics are determined by the size and needs of production. In some cases, limited production vehicles may be permitted within the neighborhood or property area if approved by the HOA or property management, often accompanied by a location donation or neighborhood compensation agreement.

However, most production trucks, trailers, and other work vehicles are typically staged off-site at a designated basecamp or production vehicle lot to minimize disruption to the property and the surrounding neighborhood.

If a property is actively listed for sale during a filming agreement, accommodations can often be coordinated between production, the property owner, and the listing agent. Depending on the production schedule, showings may be limited during filming days, but productions are typically flexible in working around reasonable real estate needs when communicated in advance.