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Probate Support – Practical Help When You Need It Most

Lost someone and not sure what to do with the property? We handle the valuation, clearance and practical side so you can focus on what matters.

What Is Probate Support?

When someone dies, dealing with their property can feel overwhelming. There is the valuation for probate, the clearance, the utilities, the paperwork – and you are trying to do all of this while grieving.

Probate support means having one person you can call who handles the property side of things. Not a solicitor (though we work with them), not a valuation company (though we do that too), not just a clearance firm (though that is part of it). One person who helps you through the whole process at the property.

We have helped families across Stockport, Manchester and the North West through this. We know it is hard. We will make the practical side as easy as possible.

What We Can Help With

Probate Valuation

If you need a valuation of the property contents for probate (HMRC IHT407 form), we do a room-by-room inventory with a professional valuation report. We come to the property, document everything, and give you a report that HMRC will accept.

Property Clearance

When the property needs clearing – whether that is before probate is granted or after – we handle it all. Full house clearance, single rooms, garage, loft. We sort, recycle, rehome and dispose of everything properly. We can save items you want to keep and clear the rest.

Property Maintenance & Security

Probate can take months. During that time the property needs looking after. We provide ongoing property maintenance so it stays secure and in good condition:

  • Lock changes and security upgrades
  • Regular property checks (security, leaks, post collection)
  • Leak repairs and plumbing issues
  • Minor repairs (broken windows, stuck doors, damaged fixtures)
  • Reading the meters and sorting the utilities
  • Winter preparation (draining down water, heating on low to prevent damp)
  • Garden maintenance and tidy-up
  • Coordinating with the estate agent if the property is being sold
  • Being there when you cannot be

One Call, One Visit

You do not need to find a valuation company, then a clearance company, then a plumber, then someone to sort the utilities. One call to us and we handle the lot. If you already have a solicitor, we work with them. If you do not, we can help you understand whether you need one.

Do I Need Probate?

Not always. You might not need probate if:

  • The property was owned jointly (it passes to the surviving owner automatically)
  • The estate is small (under £5,000 for most banks and building societies)
  • Everything was in joint names

You probably DO need probate if:

  • The person owned a property in their sole name
  • The estate is worth more than £5,000
  • There are bank accounts, investments or significant assets in their name only

You do NOT need a solicitor to apply for probate. You can do it yourself through the government website. A solicitor makes it easier if the estate is complicated, but for straightforward estates, many people handle it themselves.

See our guide: Do I Need Probate? A Simple Guide

How It Works

  1. Call us – 0161 554 0401. Tell us what has happened and what you need. No obligation, no pressure.
  2. We visit the property – at a time that works for you. We can come with you, or you can give us access if you prefer not to be there.
  3. We do the work – valuation, clearance, maintenance, whatever you need. We keep anything you want to keep and clear the rest.
  4. You get the paperwork – valuation report for probate, inventory, disposal documentation. Everything you need for the solicitor or HMRC.
  5. Property sorted – ready for sale, transfer, or handover. One thing off your list.

What It Costs

Every situation is different, so we give you a clear quote before any work starts. There is no charge for the initial call or visit.

  • Probate valuation – from £150 (depends on property size and contents)
  • Property clearance – from £74.99 for single items, full house clearance quoted on site
  • Full probate support – quoted based on what you need

We will always tell you the cost before we start, and there are no hidden fees.

Areas We Cover

Stockport | Manchester | Tameside | Oldham | Cheshire East | surrounding areas

If you are not sure whether we cover your area, just call and ask.

Contact

Call: 0161 554 0401
Email: [email protected]
Online: getclear.space

We are a local, family-run business. Not a call centre, not a national chain. When you call, you will speak to Matt or Lauren. We will treat you like a person, not a job number.

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