Every family is unique, so every project will be different depending on the size, quality, and organization of the collection. We strive to make it as simple as possible and have a methodical process to complete with great efficiency. We will help you design the most cost effective and high quality archiving plan that accomplishes your specific goals. As an example of what is possible, one client with 300 photos was complete within a few hours while another with 10,000 photos took four days.

We typically begin with a phone call to discuss your collection of photos, documents, video, and other precious items. Ideally you will purchase the Memories for Generations Consultation where we then help you create an archiving plan and other memory preservation projects. After we help you determine the goals of an archiving project, an estimate will be offered. We schedule a follow up visit that begins with organizing your collection prior to the onsite scanning service. As the scanning is completed we either return the collection to its original state, or help you create a new consolidated storage option of the originals.

Note the photo and document scanning is onsite, so no need for you to ship your precious collection anywhere. Video projects may need to be taken offsite depending on the quantity, condition, and media type.

Once the archiving process is complete, we follow the 3-2-1 backup strategy with three copies on two types of storage and one offsite location. In other words, you will have your original items plus a physical device (flash drive or external drive) plus a copy on a cloud database service. The offsite location could be achieved with a flash drive that you place in the secure location of another family member. We are not a cloud hosting service, but we will help you decide on a cost-effective option if you don’t already have one.

We are a growing family business with new service locations in our future. At this time, we are only offering onsite archiving services within a 20-30 mile radius of the greater metro markets noted on our locations tab above. For unique circumstances on a case-by-case basis, we are willing to consider new locations with agreed upon travel and per diem expenses. Note however that this includes the cost of transporting our delicate equipment.

We have a methodical process that we follow but we also offer a highly personalized service to each of our clients. If you have a unique need or challenge, just ask and we will do our best to accommodate.

This is a customizable service with packages that include:

1) a do-it-yourself option with our coaching; or

2) our Specialists completing the digital scanning and organization of your new digital archive.

We suggest that you start with the “Memories for Generations” Consultation which will help you create a plan for preserving your photo / video / document collection with other memory projects. That consultation is currently available for new clients for just $50 (a $200 value). Click on PURCHASE CONSULTATION below or LEARN MORE if you have any questions.

If you choose to hire us for additional services, the consult fee may be deducted from your next invoiced services if scheduled within 30 days.