When someone passes, moves into care, or just needs a house emptied, the stuff does not leave on its own. An estate cleanout is the process of clearing an entire property — every room, every closet, the basement, the garage, the shed out back.
It is not a pleasant job. We know that. Our approach is simple: you text us photos, we send back a flat price, and we handle the rest. No walkthroughs where someone walks through your family member's home pointing at things. No pressure. Just a number and a crew that shows up when we say we will.
What is included in an estate cleanout
A full estate cleanout covers every room in the house. We remove furniture, appliances, mattresses, box springs, electronics, clothing, kitchenware, boxes of paperwork, and anything else that needs to go. We also handle garages, basements, attics, sheds, and outdoor items like patio furniture or lawn equipment.
What we do not take: hazardous waste, paint, chemicals, asbestos, or anything that requires special disposal. If there are items you want to keep, just mark them or move them to one room before we arrive. We will leave that room alone.
How long does an estate cleanout take
Most Billerica estate cleanouts take one to three hours on site. A typical three-bedroom house with a full basement and garage takes our crew about two to three hours. A smaller condo or apartment is usually done in one to two hours.
If the property has heavy items — a pool table, a piano, a gun safe, a cast-iron bathtub — it might take longer. We will know from the photos you send and we will price it accordingly. No surprises.
What an estate cleanout costs in Billerica
Most estate cleanouts in Billerica run between $425 and $650. That covers a full trailer load — about 16 cubic yards of material. If the house is particularly full, we may need two trips, which we will quote upfront.
A half-full house is usually around $425. A packed house with a full basement and garage is closer to $650. If there are heavy items like concrete, a cast-iron tub, or a safe, the price adjusts because of dump fees — not because we are making it up.
| Property size | Typical load | Price range |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment or small home | Half trailer (~8 cu yd) | ~$425 |
| Average 3-bed house | Full trailer (~16 cu yd) | ~$650 |
| Large property (2 trips) | Two full loads | $1,100 – $1,300 |
How fast can you schedule an estate cleanout
We usually schedule estate cleanouts within two to five days of your first text. Same-week is the norm in Billerica. If there is a closing date or a hard deadline, tell us when you send the photos and we will work with it.
We do not need a walkthrough. Photos of each room, the basement, the garage, and any outdoor areas are enough for us to quote. The more photos you send, the more accurate the price. But even a few wide shots of the main areas will get you a number.
What happens to usable items
If there are items in good condition — furniture, clothing, kitchenware — we will ask if you want them donated. We work with local donation centers in the Billerica and Lowell area. Items that can be donated get dropped off before we head to the transfer station.
We do not charge extra for donation runs. It is part of the job. Some families want everything gone. Others want us to set aside a few things. Both are fine. Just tell us when you send the photos or when we arrive.
We know this is not a fun call to make
Estate cleanouts happen because someone died, moved into assisted living, or downsized after decades in the same house. We have done enough of these to know that the pile is not just stuff — it is someone's life. We do not rush through it making jokes. We show up, do the work quietly and thoroughly, sweep when we are done, and leave the place ready for whatever comes next.
If you need a few minutes before we start, or you want to walk through and point out what stays, that is fine. We are not on a timer. The price is the price whether we finish in two hours or three.