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Photo Scanning
Boxes of printed photographs can hold generations of family history. We professionally digitize loose prints and specialty photo originals right here in our Vernon Hills facility, creating digital files that are easier to preserve, organize, print and share.
Basic color correction and auto-orientation are included with standard photo scanning.
Carefully Scanned
The Right Method for the Photo
Your photographs are digitized using the scanning method appropriate for their size, condition and construction.
Included With Scanning
Basic Color Correction
Standard scanning includes basic color correction and automatic image orientation.
Order Preserved
Keep Your Story Together
Clearly organized groups can be scanned in the order you provide, with folder structure and notes incorporated into the finished project.
Which Type of Photo Scanning Do You Need?
We Match the Scanner to the Original
Most everyday prints can be scanned efficiently as loose photos, while delicate, rigid or oversized originals require flatbed scanning.
Everyday Prints
Loose Photo Scanning
Best for standard loose photographic prints that are flat, flexible, clean and safe to feed through our photo scanner.
Typical size range: wallet-size prints through approximately 8×10.
Delicate or Unusual
Small-Format Flatbed
Recommended for photos that are delicate, torn, sticky, rigid, thick, Polaroid-style or otherwise unsuitable for the roll scanner.
For originals up to approximately 8.5×11 inches.
Oversized Originals
Large-Format Flatbed
Designed for larger photographs and specialty originals that exceed the dimensions of our standard flatbed scanner.
For originals larger than 8.5×11 up to approximately 12×17.5, including 12×12 scrapbook pages.
Have something outside these sizes?
Documents, artwork, very large originals and projects requiring high-resolution photographic capture belong in our Specialty Scanning service.
Explore Specialty ScanningFrom Print to Digital
How Photo Scanning Works
We review the collection first so each photograph is handled in the way that makes the most sense.
We Review
We look at the size, condition, organization and scanning requirements of your collection before work begins.
We Scan & Correct
Each photo is digitized using the appropriate scanner, with basic color correction and orientation included.
We Organize
Finished images can follow the sequence, grouping and folder structure you provide so the digital collection remains useful.
Photo Scanning Pricing
Pricing by Method, Quantity & Resolution
Larger projects receive lower per-image pricing.
Loose Photo Scanning
For scanner-safe loose photographic prints.
| Quantity | 600 DPI | 1200 DPI |
|---|---|---|
| 1–20 | $1.50 | $2.50 |
| 21–100 | $1.00 | $1.50 |
| 101–999 | $0.80 | $1.20 |
| 1000 or More | $0.60 | $1.00 |
Small-Format Flatbed Scanning
For delicate, rigid or unusual photo originals up to approximately 8.5×11.
| Quantity | 600 DPI | 1200 DPI | 2400 DPI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1–20 | $2.00 | $3.00 | $4.00 |
| 21–100 | $1.50 | $2.25 | $3.00 |
| 101–250 | $1.00 | $1.75 | $2.50 |
| 250 or More | $0.85 | $1.35 | $1.85 |
Large-Format Flatbed Scanning
For larger photo originals up to approximately 12×17.5 inches.
| Quantity | 600 DPI | 1200 DPI |
|---|---|---|
| 1–20 | $4.00 | $6.00 |
| 21–100 | $3.00 | $4.00 |
| 100 or More | $2.00 | $3.00 |
Before You Bring Them In
A Little Organization Goes a Long Way
You do not need to create the perfect archive before bringing your photos to us, but clear grouping helps preserve the order that matters to you.
Keep Groups Together
Bag, band, box or otherwise separate photos into the groups you want preserved together.
Add Notes When Helpful
Index cards or clear written instructions can help identify folders, dates, events, family groups or other organizational needs.
Loose Prints Must Be Scanner-Safe
Photos intended for loose-photo scanning should be flat and flexible, with no adhesive, sticky notes, protruding tears or rigid materials that could catch in the scanner.
Unsorted Is Okay
If no specific order is supplied, photos can still be scanned. Prints may be grouped by similar size to allow efficient processing.
Large or Complex Collection?
Start With a Consultation
Unique projects sometimes require additional planning before we can determine the best workflow and provide an accurate estimate.
Project Estimates
Detailed estimates are available for projects requiring additional review, organization or specialized handling.
A non-refundable $50 estimate fee may apply. When the project meets the applicable requirements, that fee may be credited toward the completed project.
Larger custom projects may also require a deposit before work begins.
Your Photos. Your Way.
Digital Delivery Options
Finished image files can be delivered using the storage or download option that makes the most sense for your project.
Digital Download
A convenient option for saving your finished scans directly to your computer.
USB Flash Drive
Portable physical storage for completed image collections.
External Hard Drive
Available for larger projects requiring more storage capacity.
Professional Memory Preservation
Get the Photos Out of the Box.
Printed photographs are easier to enjoy when they are preserved, organized and available in a modern digital format.
Your photos are scanned inside our Vernon Hills facility, and your original prints are returned when your project is complete.
For more information, please contact us.
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