Estate Cleanout in Chicago & Suburbs
We handle estate cleanouts with respect and care during difficult times. Working with families since 2023, over 1,000 jobs across Chicago and the suburbs.
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Simple, Volume-Based Pricing
You only pay for the space your items take in the truck
What a cleanout actually costs
Every job is different and we will not pretend otherwise. A two-car garage might be one load or two — it depends entirely on how deep it is stacked. You pay for the space your things take in the truck, and we confirm the real number at your door before anyone picks anything up.
Rough reference points
Starting points, not quotes.
- One parking space packed floor to ceiling — about one full load
- Two-car garage, both spaces full — often two loads, sometimes a load and a quarter
- A basement — half a truck to two trucks, depending on the house
- A furnished house — one truck for beds and dressers, two if there is a lot of large furniture
- Four bedrooms, two baths and a basement, packed hard — around five loads
When we charge for crew, and when we do not
Most jobs are truck space only. If one of us can handle it, there is no labor charge at all — you are not paying for a crew you did not need.
Clearing a whole house is different. A job that would take one person three days takes a four-person crew a single day, so for those we bring extra hands and bill $35 per hour, per person on top of truck space. A four-person crew is $140 an hour. An entire four-bedroom house with a basement, packed hard and cleared in a day, works out to roughly 5 × $600 + 10 × $140 = $4,400.
We quote high and charge low
The estimate is deliberately generous, and then you are billed for what actually happened. Quoted five loads and it fits in four? You pay for four. Budgeted ten hours and the crew finishes in eight? You pay eight. If we have to come back for a second trip and it is only a small load, that trip is $150 — not another full load. You pay for the space you use, nothing else.
Never added to your bill
- Stairs, basements and second floors
- Heavy or awkward items
- Packing — we bring our own bags. If it is in a closet, we bag it and it goes.
Nothing appears on the final bill that was not in the quote. No upsells — we quote the job, not your wallet.
Clearing out a parent's house is not a normal cleanout. There is no schedule, people change their minds mid-room, and something turns up in a drawer that stops the day. We work at whatever pace the family sets in Park Ridge, IL and across the Chicago suburbs — sorting, hauling, donating and recycling. Nothing leaves until you have looked at it. The price is set by how much fills the truck, we confirm it before we start, and it does not change once we are loading.
What's Included in an Estate Cleanout
Complete estate cleanout with compassionate service
Our Approach to Estate Cleanouts
We understand this is a difficult time
1. Initial Consultation
We meet with family members or executors to understand the scope, timeline, and any special considerations. We can provide estimates from photos or schedule an on-site visit.
2. Careful Sorting
Our crew carefully identifies valuables, important documents, and keepsakes. We set aside questionable items for family review to ensure nothing important is discarded.
3. Donation & Disposal
Usable items are donated to local charities. We handle proper disposal of remaining items, including recycling when possible. We provide documentation for estate records.
4. Final Walk-Through
We leave the property broom-clean and ready for the next step - whether that's sale, rental, or family use. Final billing and documentation provided.
Serving Chicago & Suburbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an estate cleanout cost in Chicago?
Estate cleanout pricing in Chicago and the suburbs depends on the volume of items and truck space required. Every estate is different in size, accessibility, and contents. We provide free on-site or photo-based estimates, and the final price is always approved by you before any work begins. Payment is based on the truck space used, not hourly rates.
Do you clear out a house before it goes on the market?
Yes — clearing an inherited or probate home so it can be sold is one of the most common estate cleanouts we do across Chicago and the suburbs. We work with families, executors, and realtors to empty the property completely, remove all unwanted furniture, appliances, and belongings, and leave it broom-clean and ready to list, show, or sell. We can schedule around your closing or listing date.
How long does an estate cleanout take?
Most estate cleanouts take 1-3 days. We understand this is a difficult time and work efficiently while being respectful. We can adjust our timeline to accommodate family schedules.
Do you help identify valuable or important items?
Yes, we carefully set aside anything that appears valuable, personal, or important—such as jewelry, documents, photos, antiques, or collections—and bring it to your attention before removal. We do not provide appraisals, valuations, or pricing of items. Final decisions on all belongings remain with the family or estate representative.
Can you donate items to charity?
Absolutely. We donate usable furniture, clothing, and household items to local charities. Many families find comfort knowing items are going to good use rather than the landfill.
Do you work with estate attorneys and executors?
Yes, we regularly work with executors, estate attorneys, and family representatives. We can handle billing, provide documentation, and coordinate timing around estate proceedings.
What if there are hazardous materials or medications?
We cannot remove or dispose of hazardous materials, medical waste, or prescription medications, as these require licensed disposal programs. We can help identify such items and direct you to appropriate county or state-approved disposal resources. Our service is limited to standard household junk removal and hauling.
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