We restore and reprint your treasured photographs with care. This page explains what to expect, what’s included, and the questions we’ll ask to create your order estimate.

Step 1: Bring in Your Original Photo for Evaluation

We always create a digital copy of your original first to keep it safe. We'll keep your original photo safe in a protective sleeve and labeled envelop with your receipt attached.

$10-$20 Light Restoration; NOT Hands, Face or Heavy Detail

• Minor Color Correction or Dust Removal;  Overall correction using an automated programing.
• Minor Repair; Single crack or blemish in a non major area; hands, face or heavy detail.
• Remove or Restore a non-detailed background Item
• Miscellaneous restoration on non-major area

$39 Medium Restoration; Hands Face or Heavy Detail

• Colorize a B&W Image
• Restore 1 Major Area
• Add or Remove One Person
• Change the Background, in a photograph of one people

$69 Major Restoration; Hands Face or Heavy Detail

• Restore 2-3 Major Areas 
• Add or Remove 2-3 People
• Change the background of a group image, in a photograph of 2-3 People

$99 Extreme Restoration; Full image clean up and group images of more than 3 people

• Restore 4 or more Major Areas 
• Add or Remove 4 or more People
• Change the background of a group image, in a photograph of 4 or more People

Step 2: Decide What You Want Back

At drop-off, let us know:

• Do you want a restored print, a digital file, or both?

• What size print you have in mind (including any enlargements)?

• Which paper type you prefer (textured matte, standard luster, glossy, matte, metallic, fine art, canvas, etc.)? Many vintage photos were printed on a flat matte which is very different that our standard luster paper.

Step 3: Questions We’ll Ask at Drop-Off

• Borders: Does the original have a border? Do you want one on the restored print?

• Detail Level: Does the image have intricate or heavy detail (lace, fine hair, ornate clothing)? This will affect the estimate and final price.

• Enlargement Plans: Do you plan to enlarge this image?

  • With high-resolution scanning we can print much larger than the original, but sharpness and clarity depend on the source photo and viewing distance.

  • We offer test prints if you’d like to check clarity before ordering a very large print.

• Purpose: Is this for a funeral or memorial service?

  • We make every effort to move funeral orders to the front of the line during this difficult time.

  • We can also create life collages, large prints, and framed displays for memorials.

• Paper Choice: Is standard luster paper sufficient, or would you like a specialty finish? 

• Reference Images: Do you have an additional photo to help us match coloring?

• Color Tone: Do you like the current tone (warm, cool, sepia) or want it adjusted?

Step 4: Estimate, Deposit & Approval

• We’ll provide an initial estimate based on the complexity of the work (basic touch-up, moderate repair, or extensive reconstruction/colorization).

• Estimates are subject to change depending on time and difficulty.

• If costs exceed the initial deposit, we’ll contact you for approval before proceeding.

• Payment is taken upfront at the time of drop-off.

Step 5: Turnaround & Delivery

• Typical turnaround: 5-7 days depending on project complexity and current volume.

• Funeral or time-sensitive orders are prioritized.

• We’ll email you when your restored image and/or prints are ready for pickup or digital delivery.

• Choose your delivery format at drop-off: web transfer, flash drive, or prints.