Probate Clearance
Probate Clearance is a specialist service for clearing a property following a bereavement, carried out with care, discretion, and full legal compliance. Managing a loved one’s belongings can be emotionally demanding and logistically complex, particularly when timelines are tight or properties contain years of accumulated items. Our role is to reduce the burden by handling the practical aspects professionally and sensitively.
From partial clearances to full property emptying, our experienced teams manage lifting, sorting, transport, and compliant disposal. We work methodically, respect personal effects, and prioritise recycling and reuse wherever possible, ensuring the property is left clear, safe, and ready for the next stage.
Who Our Probate Clearance Service Is For
Our probate clearance service supports individuals and organisations responsible for estates.
Executors and family members rely on us to clear properties with sensitivity and reliability. Solicitors and estate administrators use our service to meet probate timelines and ensure properties are cleared to an appropriate standard. Landlords and managing agents also require probate clearance when properties must be prepared for re-letting or sale following a tenant’s passing.
We also work with housing providers and local authorities who need compliant, respectful clearances in sensitive circumstances.
What Is Included in a Probate Clearance
Probate properties often contain a wide range of items across multiple rooms and storage areas. We remove most non-hazardous contents.
Included Items
Furniture such as sofas, beds, wardrobes, tables, and chairs; mattresses and carpets; white goods and small appliances; clothing, books, ornaments, and personal effects; general household waste; contents of lofts, garages, sheds, and gardens where access is provided.
We can work room by room or clear entire properties, depending on instructions.
Excluded or Restricted Items
Certain materials require specialist handling and are excluded unless agreed in advance. These include asbestos-containing materials, chemicals, oils, fuels, medical waste, and unidentified hazardous substances. If such items are suspected, we assess and advise on the correct compliant route.
How Our Probate Clearance Service Works
We follow a structured, transparent process designed to be respectful and efficient.
Step 1: Consultation and Assessment
You provide details about the property, contents, access, and any specific requirements. Photos can help accuracy. We discuss priorities, including items to retain, and provide a clear plan.
Step 2: Clear Quote and Scheduling
We provide an upfront quote with no hidden charges and agree a suitable date. Same-day or short-notice probate clearance can be arranged where capacity allows.
Step 3: Careful Clearance and Sorting
Our trained team works systematically, removing items with care and respect. Where requested, items can be set aside for donation, recycling, or further consideration.
Step 4: Compliant Disposal and Documentation
All waste is transported by a licensed carrier to authorised facilities. Recycling and recovery are prioritised, and Duty of Care documentation is completed where required.
Transparent Pricing With No Hidden Fees
Pricing for probate clearance is transparent and fair. Costs are based on the size of the property, volume of contents, access conditions, and labour required.
We typically use load-based pricing, meaning you pay only for the space your waste occupies in the vehicle. Quotes include labour, transport, compliant disposal, and recycling. Once agreed, there are no hidden fees unless the scope changes.
Why Professional Probate Clearance Is Better Than DIY or Council Services
DIY clearance can be physically exhausting and emotionally overwhelming, often requiring multiple trips and careful sorting. Improper disposal can also expose executors to legal risk.
Council services are limited in scope and timescales and are not designed for full property clearances. Our service provides a single, coordinated solution that handles lifting, logistics, and compliance, allowing families and administrators to focus on other responsibilities.
UK Legal Compliance and Duty of Care
All waste producers have a legal Duty of Care. We operate fully in line with UK waste legislation.
Our teams are licensed, insured, and compliant. Waste is transferred only to authorised facilities, with documentation completed where required. This protects executors and administrators from fines or enforcement action linked to improper disposal.
Recycling-First Approach and Landfill Reduction
Probate clearances often contain recyclable materials such as wood, metal, cardboard, textiles, and electrical items. We prioritise recycling and reuse wherever possible.
By working with licensed transfer stations and recycling partners, we divert a significant proportion of materials away from landfill, supporting environmentally responsible outcomes.
Experience, Training, and Professional Standards
Our teams have extensive experience handling probate clearances with sensitivity and professionalism. Staff are trained in manual handling, risk assessment, and respectful working practices.
We carry full public liability insurance and adhere to consistent professional standards on every job, ensuring reliability, safety, and peace of mind.
Real-World Probate Clearance Scenarios
An executor may need a full clearance before a property sale, with items spread across living areas, lofts, and garages. A family may require a partial clearance to prepare a home for rental while retaining selected belongings.
Solicitors often need documented, compliant clearance to meet estate administration requirements. In each case, our probate clearance service provides a practical, lawful, and considerate solution.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does probate clearance cost?
Costs depend on the property size, volume of contents, and access conditions. Pricing is transparent and usually based on load size or rooms cleared. Quotes include labour, transport, compliant disposal, and recycling, with no hidden fees.
Can you provide same-day probate clearance?
Yes, same-day probate clearance may be available where capacity allows. This can be helpful for urgent timelines related to sales or handovers. Availability depends on location and workload.
Is probate clearance legally compliant?
Absolutely. We are licensed waste carriers and meet all Duty of Care obligations. Waste is taken only to authorised facilities, protecting executors and administrators from legal risk.
What happens to items after a probate clearance?
Items are assessed for recycling or reuse where appropriate. Materials such as wood, metal, textiles, and electrical items are recycled. Only non-recoverable waste is sent to landfill.
How does this compare to skip hire or council services?
Skip hire requires permits and manual loading, while council services are limited and slow. Our service includes full removal, flexible scheduling, and compliance management, making it better suited to probate situations.
