Estate Clearing

Service Description

Service Rate & Minimum • Hourly Rate: $65–$75 per hour (recommend $70/hr as the anchor) • Required Minimum: 5 hours per service • Additional time billed hourly as needed This service is labor-intensive and requires dedicated time to ensure the property is handled thoughtfully and efficiently. ⸻ What’s Included ☐ Sorting & Clearing ☐ Sort items into designated categories (keep, donate, discard) ☐ Clear rooms, closets, cabinets, and storage areas ☐ Consolidate items per client or estate instructions ☐ Bag and stage discard items for removal ☐ Set aside items of concern or uncertainty for review ⸻ ☐ Light Cleaning & Reset ☐ Remove debris and loose items from floors and surfaces ☐ Wipe down cleared surfaces (light cleaning only) ☐ Vacuum or sweep cleared areas ☐ Empty trash and replace liners ☐ Basic reset to prepare property for next steps ⸻ ☐ Coordination & Care ☐ Follow written or verbal estate instructions ☐ Work respectfully around personal or sentimental items ☐ Communicate questions or concerns during service ☐ Final walkthrough to confirm cleared areas ⸻ Add-On Services (Optional) ☐ Donation drop-off coordination ☐ Junk or bulk item haul-away (third-party or quoted separately) ☐ Detailed cleaning after clearing ☐ Appliance interior cleaning ☐ Inside cabinets & drawers ☐ Garage, attic, or storage unit clearing ☐ Estate preparation for sale or listing ⸻ Important Notes • 5-hour minimum service requirement applies • This service focuses on clearing and organization, not deep cleaning • Hazardous materials, biohazards, or construction debris are not included • Heavy furniture moving may require additional staffing or coordination • Final pricing is based on time, scope, and volume of items ⸻ When Estate Clearing Is Recommended • After a passing or transition of ownership • Before listing a property for sale • Prior to move-out or renovation • When downsizing or managing inherited property ⸻ Client Disclosure Estate clearing can involve emotional and sensitive circumstances. We approach each service with professionalism, respect, and discretion, and encourage clients to communicate priorities clearly before service begins.