Experience the magic of restoration! We can digitally repair cracks and creases, or seamlessly combine multiple photos.
Breathe new life into your old, faded, or damaged images, ensuring every cherished detail shines brightly once again!
This page explains what to expect, 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.
Image Considerations
For optimal results, it is recommended to provide an additional image of the person as a reference. The complexity and level of detail in your photo will impact both the time required for restoration and the associated cost. Consider if you would like a digital file, a print, or both.
Photo Restoration
Type of Restoration |
Light Restoration |
Medium Restoration |
Heavy Restoration |
Extreme Restoration |
Minor Color Correction Overall color corrections using an automated program |
$10 |
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Minor Dust Removal Using an automated program |
$10 |
- |
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Minor Repair Single crack or blemish in a non-detailed area |
$10 |
- |
- |
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Remove or Restore a Non-Detailed Background Item |
$20 |
- |
- |
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Miscellaneous Restoration on Non-Major Area |
$20 |
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- |
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Colorize a B&W Photo Example images for color reference are helpful |
- |
$39 |
- |
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Restore 1 Major Area Includes hands, face, or other detailed object |
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$39 |
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Restore 2-3 Major Areas Hands, Face, heavy details |
- |
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$69 |
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Restore More Than 3 Major Areas Hands, face, heavy details |
- |
- |
- |
$99 |
Add or Remove 1 Person |
- |
$39 |
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Add/Remove 2-3 People |
- |
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$69 |
- |
Add/Remove More than 3 People |
- |
- |
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$99 |
Simple Background Change Image w/ No More than 3 People |
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$39 |
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Complex Background Change Image with Group of 4+ People |
- |
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$69 |
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Digital File Delivery Included for Medium & Greater Jobs |
$2 |
included |
included |
included |
Photo Scanning Included for originals smaller than 8x12 |
Included Under 8x12 |
Included Under 8x12 | Included Under 8x12 | Included Under 8x12 |
Restoration FAQ
Turnaround time is typically 5-7 days depending on the complexity of your project and our current volume. We’ll provide an estimated completion date when you drop off your order.
We always scan your original photo first and work on the digital copy. This ensures your original stays safe and intact while we restore the digital file.
You can choose digital delivery via email/web transfer or on a flash drive. If you order prints, they’ll be ready for pickup at the same time.
Your original is returned in the same condition you dropped it off, unless you request other handling. We do not alter the original photo itself.
We can repair cracks, tears, fading, discoloration, water spots, missing sections, and other common issues. We can also colorize black-and-white images and combine multiple photos into a single composite.
If we still haven't answered your question, you can contact us below and we will get back to you as soon as possible.