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Restore your images back to life!


We digitally scan your images - so your original is not touched!.

That once-in-a-lifetime moment deserves to look as good as it felt—and that’s where we come in. Whether your photo is torn, too dark, faded, too light, or missing someones body part...lol... we can fix it.


As time hasn’t been kind to your pictures, don’t worry. We specialize in restoring damaged photos—repairing fading, water damage, sun exposure, and more—bringing them back to life with stunning clarity.


Best of all? Your original photo is always safe. We work from a copy, so there’s zero risk.


Walk in with a photo that look horrible or faded...


Walk out with one you can’t stop showing off.


You’ll receive your untouched original, a digital copy on USB, and optional prints ready to frame.


Bring us your memories—we’ll make them unforgettable again.


We can fix:

  • Color
  • Ripped and torn
  • Cracks
  • Damaged areas
  • Missing areas
  • Removal of items and people
  • Spots


Prices start at $50 and go up to $200 (most full restoration are between $100 and $120) - bring in your image for an evaluation!


*USB stick is extra - we only use our own due to the possibility of our computers getting a virus.
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Photo Restoration Frequently Asked Questions

Can old photographs be restored?

Yes. We can restore many old photographs that have faded, cracked, torn, stained, or been damaged by water, sunlight, or age.

How much does photo restoration cost?

Photo restoration costs depend on the amount of damage and the complexity of the repair. Simple restorations cost less than heavily damaged family heirlooms that require extensive reconstruction.

Can you restore a torn photo?

Yes. We can digitally repair torn photographs, remove creases, and rebuild missing sections to create a restored image.

Can you fix faded photographs?

Absolutely. We can restore faded colors, improve contrast, and bring back detail that has been lost over time.

Can water-damaged photos be restored?

Many water-damaged photographs can be digitally repaired. We can often remove stains, discoloration, and other damage caused by moisture.

Can you restore black and white photos?

Yes. We can restore black and white photographs by repairing damage, improving clarity, and enhancing detail while preserving the original look.

Can you colorize old black and white photos?

Yes. We offer professional colorization services that can add realistic color to black and white family photographs.

Can you remove people from a photo?

Yes. We can digitally remove unwanted people, objects, backgrounds, scratches, and distractions from photographs.

Can missing parts of a photograph be recreated?

In many cases, yes. We can rebuild damaged or missing areas using surrounding details and digital restoration techniques.

How long does photo restoration take?

Turnaround time varies depending on the complexity of the project. Most restorations can be completed much faster than mailing photos to an online service.

Do I need to mail my original photographs?

No. Bring your photos to our St. Louis location and your original images remain safe with us throughout the process.

Will my original photograph be damaged during restoration?

No. We digitally scan the image and work from the scan, helping protect the original photograph.

Can you restore military photos?

Yes. We frequently restore military portraits, service photographs, and historical family images.

Can you restore wedding photos?

Yes. We can restore damaged wedding photographs, engagement portraits, and family wedding albums.

Is photo restoration worth it?

For many families, restoring an irreplaceable photograph is one of the best ways to preserve family history and create heirlooms for future generations.

Where can I get photo restoration in St. Louis?

The Photo Pros provides professional photo restoration services in St. Louis, helping families preserve and restore treasured memories.


Photo Restoration in St. Louis only by the best people at The Photo Pros

The Photo Pros has helped families throughout St. Louis preserve cherished photographs that have been damaged by age, accidents, water, sunlight, and improper storage.


Customers from Chesterfield, St. Charles, Ballwin, Kirkwood, Webster Groves, Clayton, Creve Coeur, Wildwood, and surrounding Missouri and Illinois communities trust us with their most treasured family photographs.


Because all work is performed locally, your original photographs never need to be shipped across the country. Don't send your history through the mail. Don't be that one person who's photo(s) is lost!


We do it all...


  • water damaged photo restoration
  • torn photo repair
  • restore faded photographs
  • restore old family photos
  • military photo restoration
  • wedding photo restoration
  • photo colorization services
  • antique photo restoration


Call us for answers to any of these questions...


These can bring in people who aren't ready to buy yet:

  • How Much Does Photo Restoration Cost? Generally $20 to $100 depending on complexity
  • Can Water Damaged Photos Be Saved?  Most of the time YES.   We pride ourselves on this process. 
  • How Long Does Photo Restoration Take?  Most can be completed in under a week
  • How Are Old Photos Digitally Restored?  Our staff scans each photo and then meticulously fixes each part of the image
  • Should I Restore or Reprint an Old Photograph?  Absolutely, we do both.
  • How to Preserve Family Photos for Future Generations - each and be printed and also placed on a USB thumb drive so you can save and share the for years
  • What Is the Difference Between Photo Scanning and Photo Restoration?  We first scan the image leaving it intact.  Next we digitally restore the digital file and more it look as you requested.
  • Can Torn Pictures Be Repaired?  Yes.


And more questions...


Torn & Physical Damage

Can torn photographs be repaired?

Can you fix photos with missing pieces?

Can creased photos be restored?

Can cracked photographs be repaired?

Can ripped pictures be restored?

Can folded photographs be repaired?

Can damaged photo corners be reconstructed?

Can scratches be removed from old photos?

Can stains be removed from photographs?

Can mold-damaged photos be restored?


Yes we do all of the above.


Water & Fire Damage

Can water-damaged photos be saved?

Can flooded photographs be restored?

Can photos damaged by humidity be repaired?

Can smoke-damaged photographs be restored?

Can fire-damaged photos be repaired?

Can mildew stains be removed from photographs?

Can photos damaged in a basement flood be restored?

Can old photographs stuck together be separated and restored?


Many times all of these can be restored!


Color & Fading

Can faded photographs be restored?  YES

Can faded colors be brought back?  YES, YOU WON'T BELIEVE WHAT WE CAN DO!

Can yellowed photographs be repaired?  We do this every day

Can sun-damaged photos be restored?  Yes 

Can you improve the contrast in old photos?  Yes

Can color photographs be restored? Yes

Can black and white photographs be restored? Yes

Can black and white photos be colorized? Yes

How realistic is photo colorization?  As lifelike a you request.

Can colorized photos be printed?  Sure




Missing Details & Reconstruction


Can faces be restored in damaged photographs?  Yes we are experts

Can missing parts of a picture be recreated? We do this all the time

Can you restore a photo when part of the image is gone?  Sure

Can blurry old photos be improved? YES

Can you repair damaged eyes, faces, and clothing? Yep

Can background damage be removed? yes

Can unwanted objects be removed from a photo?  Sure

Can people be removed from old photographs? yes

Can shadows and discoloration be corrected? yep


Service Questions

How much does photo restoration cost? $20 to $100

How long does photo restoration take? About a week

Do I need the original photograph?  Nope,  but the better the copy the better the results

Can I bring in a photograph for an estimate? Sure

Will my original photograph be returned? YES

Can you restore photos without damaging the original?  We only scan the original...your original stays the same.

Can restored photos be printed in larger sizes?  YES

Can restored photos be shared digitally?  Sure

Can you scan and restore photos?  yes

Can photo restoration be done locally in St. Louis?   That is our speciality!

Where can I restore old photographs near me?  At our St. Louis store on Olive.  Let one of our experts take care of you and your photo!