Clearing out a home after the death of a loved one can be an emotional and overwhelming task. Relatives who are looking for a professional home clearer would like to know what it costs to clear a house after a death.
Do you need to empty a house and do you want to know how much it will cost? It is not easy to quote a fixed price because it depends on the size of the assignment, such as the amount of furniture and the accessibility of the home.
House clearance and extra services
Clearance companies also offer optional handyman services to prepare the home for rental or sale, such as repairing plaster, removing carpeting or collecting lamps.
This is often not expected and additional costs are incurred for clearing a home. Consider, for example, delivering a rental property in its original condition. The costs of these services are determined by the type of work and the associated costs.
What is the average cost of clearing a home after death?
To cover the cost of one house clearance after death, we as an evacuation company have compared data on evacuation costs and determined average costs for evacuating different types of homes.
The size of the assignment determines the costs. For example, emptying a care room is cheaper than emptying a large villa. Nevertheless, it is advisable to request multiple quotes to gain clarity about the exact costs.
Indication of house clearance costs
The costs for emptying a house after death are based on the type of home. The larger the home, the more contents need to be removed from the home. It is also possible that there are far fewer things in a large home than expected. Conversely, it is also possible that there is more content than expected. That is why 3 prices are indicated per type of home.
In the table below you will find the average costs for a house clearance.
| Type of Property: | Average costs: |
| Care room | €400 |
| Senior housing | €800 |
| Apartment | €1200 |
| Single-family home | €1600 |
| Villa | €2000 |
| Farm | €2200 |
Price structure of a house clearance
The costs of a house clearance are based on various components:
- Labour costs
- Deposit costs
- Transportation costs
- Repair work
To deposit
Collecting the contents is not the only thing that needs to be done and often some of the contents also have to be dumped. The waste is then transported separately to a recycling company. Certain household goods are processed as recycling products and sometimes given a second life, such as clothing. Other types of furniture and items are often also donated.
Repair work
Repair work means: Work that usually needs to be carried out in a rental property, so that it is in a condition that the landlord accepts upon final delivery.
Handyman services for house clearance
When emptying a home after a death, handyman services are often required to ensure that the house is returned to its original condition. This is often necessary for a rental home and sometimes for an owner-occupied home to prepare the home for sale. Most evacuation companies can carry out these repairs, but if surviving relatives are handy, they can also carry out certain work themselves to save costs.
Common handyman services:
- Remove lamps
- Remove screws, plugs and nails
- Repairing plasterwork, such as closing holes in walls and ceilings
- Remove window netting
- Carpet removal
- Painting work
- Remove wallpaper
- Other repairs
Sell or distribute valuables
When clearing a house yourself, it is important to collect items that have value, such as jewelry and items with sentimental value. There may also be several surviving relatives who are entitled to part of the inheritance. We have to look at those first which items are sold or distributed. In addition to selecting valuables, agreements must also be made about who gets what and who is responsible for clearing the home.
Clear a home for free
Many people are looking for a party that will empty a house for free after a death, but because most of the contents are considered worthless, a evacuation company charge costs for removing the contents. Sometimes a thrift store can partially empty the house in exchange for furnishings.
Whether the home is rented or purchased, it is important to empty the home on time, and especially in a rental home it is wise to act in a timely manner. Relatives can carry out the house clearance themselves to save costs.
Responsible for what happens to contents
After the death of a loved one, there are heirs responsible for house clearance. This can be a tough task, both emotionally and practically. It therefore also happens that the heirs reject the inheritance. It is therefore understandable that many people choose to outsource this task to a professional evacuation company.
Clear your home yourself
If you choose to do the house clearance yourself, there are several steps you will need to take. First, you need to carefully sort the contents and determine what you want to keep, sell, donate or throw away. You must then empty the home and make any repairs to return the home to its original condition.
It may also happen that handyman services are needed to prepare the home for rental or sale. This may be the case, for example, when removing carpeting or repairing plaster. The costs of these services are determined by the type of work and the associated costs.
Outsource house clearance to professional clearers
If you choose to outsource the house clearance, it is wise to request quotes from different clearance companies. This way you get a good idea of the costs and you can choose the most favorable provider.
In short, emptying a house after death is a complex task with many factors influencing the costs. By hiring a professional house clearance company or by taking the necessary steps yourself, you can ensure that the house clearance is carried out in a careful and efficient manner.
Request a free quote
Would you like to know what the costs are for it emptying a house after death? Then request a free quote. This is completely without obligation and you are not committed to anything. By requesting a quote, you will get a better idea of the costs involved in clearing your loved one's home.
Do you have any questions or would you like advice before requesting a quote? Then you can always call us on 070-2116102. You can also send us an email at: info@zsm-woningontruiming.nl. We will then respond to your enquiry as soon as possible.
Help Center
What is house clearance after death?
Home clearance after death is the emptying of a home after a person has died.
What are the costs of house clearance after death?
The costs of home clearance after death depend on various factors, such as the size of the home, the location and accessibility of the location, and the costs of waste removal. It is therefore important to request a customized quote from a professional company.
Can I vacate the home myself after the death of a loved one?
Yes, it is possible to vacate the home yourself after the death of a loved one. However, this can be an emotionally and physically demanding task. Moreover, hiring a professional house clearance company can help you save time and energy.
What happens to the items in the home after death?
After death, the items in the home can be divided among heirs or sold. In some cases, items may still be of value and generate revenue when sold.
Can I keep certain items when clearing the house after death?
Yes, it is possible to keep certain items when clearing the house after death. It is important to make timely agreements with heirs and/or the professional house clearance company about which items should be kept and where they should be stored.
