Clearing a home after a death, between tenants, or before a move is a big job. Our partner companies clear whole houses, flats, single rooms, lofts and garages across Derby and Derbyshire, usually in one day, and they'll set aside anything you want to keep.
The price depends on how much is inside, not how big the house is. A tidy three-bed can cost less than a packed two-bed. Here's a rough guide to help you budget:
| Job | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| One room or a part clearance | £120–£250 |
| 1-bed flat | £250–£400 |
| 2-bed house | £350–£550 |
| 3-bed house | £480–£750 |
| 4-bed or very full property | £750–£1,200+ |
Stairs, long carries and tight parking add time, so they add cost. Fridges, freezers and mattresses usually carry a small extra charge because they cost more to dispose of. Good furniture that can be resold can sometimes bring the price down.
If you're dealing with an estate, wait until the contents have been valued and anything left in the will has been set aside before booking a clearance. Belongings can count towards the value of the estate. A good clearance firm will work to your timescale and can give you a list of what was removed.
When tenants leave furniture and rubbish behind, every empty week costs you rent. Our partners can often clear a rental within a day or two so you can get it cleaned and re-let, whether it's a student let near the university or a family house out in the county.
Reputable firms sort items into things to donate, sell, recycle and throw away, so only genuine waste ends up being disposed of. You should be given paperwork showing where the waste went.
By law, you have to make sure your waste goes to someone licensed to carry it. This is called your duty of care. If an unlicensed operator dumps it and it's traced back to you, you can be fined. A price that looks far too cheap is the usual warning sign. Every company we put you in touch with is registered as a waste carrier, and you can check any company on the Environment Agency public register. Always ask for a waste transfer note or receipt showing who took the waste.
As a rough guide, one room costs £120–£250, a 1-bed flat £250–£400, a 2-bed house £350–£550 and a 3-bed house £480–£750. Very full properties cost more. Comparing a few quotes is the best way to find a fair price.
Most flats and average houses are cleared in a single day. Very large or very full properties can take two.
Not always. Many firms will collect keys from you or a letting agent, as long as you've agreed beforehand exactly what stays and what goes.
Good firms donate or sell usable furniture and household items, and recycle as much as possible. Ask about this when you compare quotes.
Free quotes from licensed Derbyshire companies — usually within 30 minutes.
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