A private home wedding is a great way to personalize your wedding day, however, there is much preparation. Check out the list below on how to prepare for a successful event.

• Landscaping. Plant Early
• Make sure the ground is level
• Power, add it up: lighting, band/DJ, sound, catering, parking area, fans/heaters, etc. Rent a generator
• Spray for bugs (important for comfort of the guests and caterer and so there are no bugs in your food!)
• Restrooms trailer: you may need power and a water hook up
• Parking! (valet)
• Septic or sewer system? How many times can the toilet be flushed each hour?
• Trash cans and liners
• Allow time for vendors to check out the home before hand
• Permits
• Noise ordinance
• Tents (size, ground, location)
• Be polite and notify neighbors
• Notify local police department if within city limits
• Special event insurance
• Supplies: toilet paper, paper towels, soap, bug spray and Benedryl (for bug bites!)
• Backup plan for weather