How Much Does House Clearance Cost in the UK?
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House clearance companies clear the house or the items you’ve selected and either sell, recycle or dispose of the items on your behalf.
If they find any valuable items, they’ll set these aside and determine their value. If the items don't cover the clearance cost, you’ll need to pay the difference. If the value exceeds the price, they’ll pay you the difference.
Your house clearance company will inspect the property to determine the volume of goods and the number of staff needed for the job.
The clearance itself will include:
There are certain items that house clearance companies won’t be able to take. Check with the company on their policy for the following hazardous items:
It's important to ask the company if they can take your items before hiring them. Otherwise, if they can't dispose of your items, you may face extra charges later.
The average house clearance cost is £400 for a medium property.
The total cost of your house clearance will depend on the location, size of the property, and the volume of items that need clearing.
Answers to common questions about finding and choosing the best clearance companies.
Most clearance companies accept payment once the job is completed. You may have to wait to receive any payment should the value of sold goods exceed the clearance cost.
You must ensure your clearance company has access to the property, preferably a designated parking space with plenty of room, especially for larger jobs. You may face extra charges if the company can't access the property.
A Waste Carrier Licence authorises clearance companies to transport and dispose of waste. It is issued by the Environment Agency. This is crucial for clearance companies that specialise in hoarder house clearance.
