How long does a complete flat clearance take?

The duration of a flat clearance varies between one and several days, depending on the size and the amount of items. A small single flat is often cleared in one day, whereas larger houses or packed cellars need more time. We plan the process to meet your time requirements, for example when leases are about to expire.

What happens to furniture that is still usable?

In a household clearance , usable pieces of furniture are assessed separately and, where possible, sold, donated or passed on. The proceeds can be credited against the total cost of your clearance. That way you save real money and at the same time contribute to sustainability , as fewer items simply have to be thrown away.

Do you also clear cellars and lofts?

Yes, the complete house clearance of cellars, lofts and garages is part of the household clearance on request – see House clearance . We also clear hard-to-reach or particularly packed areas properly, sorting into items that can be reused and items for disposal. In the end you get a fully cleared property.

Is a household clearance after an inheritance tax-deductible?

For heirs, the costs of settling the estate may count as estate liabilities for inheritance tax – whether and how depends on the individual case. If, on the other hand, you are clearing your own household, for example when moving into assisted living, household-related services under § 35a EStG may apply. Keep the invoice and clarify the details with a tax adviser .

How does the survey before the household clearance work?

During the free on-site survey, our team gets a precise overview of the scope and condition of the household clearance . We discuss individual wishes, timeframe and special items that should be handled separately. You then receive a written fixed-price quote listing all items individually.

Can you also carry out household clearances throughout Germany?

We are based in Berlin (Stromstraße 21) and carry out household clearances in Berlin and – by arrangement – in other cities too. Especially when combined with a long-distance move , we plan clearance and transport together. Places with their own pages can be found under Locations .

What happens to personal documents and keepsakes?

Relatives should go through and set aside personal documents, photos and keepsakes before clearance day. Anything else we find while clearing the household – letters, photos, ID documents, bank papers – we set aside separately and hand over to you. A will that is found must be handed in to the probate court without delay.

Do you also offer a combination of a move and a household clearance?

Yes, especially for moves combined with downsizing, we offer a combination of a private move and a household clearance . That way furniture no longer needed can be disposed of or sold directly on site, while the rest is transported properly to your new flat. Details can be found under Private move .

How safely are valuables handled during the clearance?

You should secure valuables such as jewellery, cash or important papers yourself before the household clearance . It is best to have antiques, art or collections valued by an expert beforehand. We pack carefully whatever is transported; the moving company is liable for damage under the German Commercial Code, and for very valuable items additional insurance on request makes sense.

Do I have to be present in person for the household clearance?

Being present in person is not strictly necessary – many customers entrust us with the complete household clearance by power of attorney. We document the entire process with photos and keep you informed of important decisions by phone. That way relatives who live far away can also follow the process conveniently from a distance.

How quickly can a household clearance be organised?

In urgent cases, for example when leases are expiring, we arrange a survey appointment at short notice and then quickly draw up a fixed-price quote for the household clearance . How quickly the clearance can be done depends on the scope and availability of dates. Call us on 01625978461 – the sooner you do, the better the chance of avoiding paying rent twice.

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Q: What does a household clearance cost on average?

The costs of a household clearance depend on the size of the flat, the amount of items, the floor, access and the type of disposal. After a free survey you receive a binding fixed-price quote with all items. We can credit usable furniture or appliances against the price; how this works is explained in the article House clearance: costs and crediting of value .

Household clearance step by step: what to settle before clearing out, how to sort and what comes afterwards – at a fixed price.

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In a household clearance, the order matters. Step one is not clearing out but securing: ID documents, bank statements, contracts, insurance policies, photos and keys go to a safe place first. Anyone who finds a will among the estate must hand it in to the probate court without delay (§ 2259 BGB). And anyone still considering whether to disclaim the inheritance – the deadline is usually six weeks (§ 1944 BGB) – should not sell or give anything away beforehand. Only once this has been settled does the actual flat clearance begin.

Step two is the lease: if the tenant dies and nobody takes over the contract, heirs and landlord can terminate it extraordinarily with the statutory notice period within one month of learning of the death (§ 564 BGB). Then comes sorting – keep, sell, donate, dispose of – and only then is the flat cleared and handed over swept clean. During the survey we draw up a fixed price; we can credit items of value. How we work is explained under Household clearance. If you are moving yourself, we combine this with a long-distance move or a local move.

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With credit for items of value

After a free on-site survey, you receive a fixed price for your household clearance, listing clearance, removal and disposal individually. We can credit usable furniture or appliances. It is best to arrange the date only once papers have been secured and keepsakes set aside.

Quotes available individually based on workload, scheduling and the desired scope of services.

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Which steps we take on

Respectful, orderly, predictable

We are based in Berlin (Stromstraße 21) and, in a household clearance, take on the steps that are physically and organisationally demanding: survey, fixed price, dismantling, clearance, removal, disposal and handing over swept clean. We work calmly and discreetly, especially when a death is behind it. Securing papers, settling inheritance questions and deciding what stays in the family should be done beforehand – during the survey we tell you which of these we need in order to get started. Destinations outside Berlin can be found under Locations.

1. Secure

Set aside papers, keys, valuables, photos and any will that is found first – the will goes to the probate court without delay.

2. Give notice

Cancel the lease, electricity, telephone, broadcasting licence fee and subscriptions; on the death of the tenant, the special right of termination under § 564 BGB applies.

3. Sort

Mark with coloured dots: keep, sell, donate, dispose of. Whatever the family wants to keep is collected beforehand.

4. Clear

Only then clear, dismantle and remove – up to the swept-clean handover with a handover report and meter readings.

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What we do for you

In a household clearance it pays to look closely before clearing: furniture, antiques and appliances that still have value can be sold or credited against the price. The following six points help with sorting, selling and disposing.

Keepsakes

Relatives set aside photos, letters and mementos before clearance day – once something is in the skip, it can no longer be saved.

Check valuables

For antiques, jewellery or collections, ask an expert valuer beforehand; the value can reduce the price of the clearance.

Involve everyone

In a community of heirs, all heirs should agree on what is sold, shared out or disposed of – ideally in writing.

Sell & donate

Well-preserved furniture can be sold or given to charity shops; some collect larger items themselves.

Dispose of properly

At the BSR recycling centres, bulky waste from private Berlin households of up to 3 m³ is free of charge, as are electrical appliances.

Handover

Swept clean means: roughly cleaned and free of items. With a handover report, photos and meter readings, you hand over to the landlord or buyer.

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Bringing individual items to relatives

Save on smaller loads

Relatives often keep only a few items from the household – a cupboard, a table, a few boxes. If they live further away, a shared load can be cheaper than a separate trip; a time window applies instead of a fixed date, which usually suits well after a clearance.

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A household clearance is often linked to a move: if parents are moving to a smaller flat or into assisted living, we combine the clearance with a private move or senior move. For the labour costs of such a move of your own, the tax reduction for household-related services applies (§ 35a EStG: 20%, at most €4,000 a year). Read more about estates in the article Clearing an estate.

Planning safe and relaxed

A good checklist coordinates dates, helpers and materials early. That way your home move, senior move or student move in Berlin stays transparent, structured and markedly easier to control.

Furniture, boxes, transport routes

With a suitable packing service, careful furniture transport and a flexible small transport, ways can be shortened, damage avoided and even narrow approaches in Berlin managed cleanly in logistical terms.

Costs, timing and special cases

Clear time windows and suitable solutions for an office move, company move, authority move, part load or furniture taxi create reliable processes and better plannable total costs in Berlin.

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Frequently asked questions about household clearance

Costs, duration, selling items, tax, keepsakes, valuables and dates – answered briefly.

The costs of a household clearance depend on the size of the flat, the amount of items, the floor, access and the type of disposal. After a free survey you receive a binding fixed-price quote with all items. We can credit usable furniture or appliances against the price; how this works is explained in the article House clearance: costs and crediting of value.

How a professional household clearance works

A successful household clearance always begins with a free on-site survey, during which our team assesses the scope of the work and advises you comprehensively. We then draw up a detailed fixed-price quote that lists all costs transparently – from dismantling and transport to disposal. Only after your approval do we begin the actual clearance, which can take from one to several days depending on the size of the flat.

During the work we sort systematically into usable items, donation options and waste for disposal. Valuable pieces of furniture or antiques are assessed separately and may reduce the total cost of the clearance. Finally, we hand over the flat swept clean and documented, so that you can hand it over to the landlord or new owners without any problems. We dispose of bulky waste and electrical appliances properly.

Household clearance after an inheritance or estate

When a relative dies, an estate clearance is particularly stressful – a calm, discreet approach is what counts here. Take time to go through personal belongings, documents and keepsakes before clearing. In a community of heirs, all heirs should know what is happening to the household contents; anyone who still wants to disclaim the inheritance is better off not selling or giving anything away beforehand.

Time is often pressing because the rent keeps running. If nobody takes over the lease, heirs can terminate it extraordinarily with the statutory notice period within one month of learning of the death (§ 564 BGB). Plan the clearance so that the flat can be handed over swept clean by the end of the contract. With the fixed price after a survey, you know the costs beforehand.

Price overview for your move

How much does a move cost? For a 1-room flat, prices start from €354, a 2-room flat is from €594, while a 3-room flat costs from €889. For a 4-room flat we charge from €1,344, and for a house or villa we draw up an individual quote. If a long-distance move is coming up, we calculate from €3.80/km. The best thing is to arrange a free survey right away.

How your moving price is composed

Your moving price is made up of several components: the amount of goods, the kilometres driven (from €3.80/km), the floor and whether a lift can be used. A parking restriction zone may also be added. We are happy to add furniture assembly or a shared load to your move.

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Clearance and move to another city

If the flat to be cleared is in another city, or furniture is to be taken to relatives far away, we plan this from Berlin (Stromstraße 21) as a long-distance move. We carry out a survey beforehand and draw up a fixed price for clearance and transport. Destinations can be found in the locations overview and under Long-distance moves.

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