House clearance and bereavement

Do house clearance companies pay you for what they take?
If you're clearing a loved one's home, we're sorry; it's a hard job. The short answer is sometimes: usually you…
Do I need to be there during a house clearance?
We're sorry if you're clearing the home of someone you've lost. You don't need to stand over the team all…
Does a probate house sell better empty or furnished?
We're sorry for your loss; selling a loved one's home is a hard job on top of everything else. There's…
How do I value household items before a clearance?
We're sorry if you're doing this after losing someone. For everyday things, work out roughly what each would sell for,…
How does a house clearance work?
A house clearance usually happens in three stages: you set aside everything the family wants to keep, you choose a…
How long does probate take, and how long should I book storage for?
We're sorry for your loss. GOV.UK says you'll usually get probate within 12 weeks of submitting your application, and sorting…
Should I put things into storage before a house clearance?
Clearing a loved one's home is hard, and it often has to happen before anyone is ready to decide what…
What should I keep in storage when clearing a parent’s home?
We're sorry you're facing this: clearing a parent's home is one of the hardest jobs there is. The simplest approach…
What size skip do I need for a house clearance?
It depends on how much is truly rubbish once the things being kept, sold or given away are out of…
Which charities will collect unwanted furniture from my home for free?
The British Heart Foundation offers a free collection of furniture and electrical items from your home, in the areas it…

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