Free House Clearance In Selkirk & Charity Donations

We recently completed a free house clearance in Selkirk, Scottish Borders, for a client who needed their late mother’s home cleared before putting it on the market. Below, we detail their situation and how we carried out the clearance.

Customer Requirements

“My mother’s house in Selkirk needs to be fully cleared. She lived there for decades, and the house is full of furniture, ornaments, and personal belongings. I’d like to keep some sentimental items, such as family photographs and documents, but everything else can go. If possible, I’d prefer usable items to be donated rather than wasted.”

Contents Overview

The property contained a mix of antique, vintage, and modern household goods, including:

Antique & Vintage Items Taken for Sale:

• Victorian walnut sideboard with intricate carvings

• Edwardian inlaid writing desk

• Set of Art Deco glass perfume bottles

• 19th-century brass candlesticks

• Pair of Chinese famille rose porcelain vases

• Vintage silver pocket watches

• Mid-century teak dining table with six chairs

• Collection of military medals and badges

• 1930s Royal Doulton figurines

• Rare first-edition books

Modern Items Taken for Sale:

• Solid oak king-size bed frame with matching bedside tables

• Large flat-screen Panasonic TV

• Designer handbags and accessories

• High-end coffee machine and kitchen gadgets

• Leather recliner armchair

• Dyson cordless vacuum cleaner

• Bose speaker system

• Collection of contemporary artwork

• Glass display cabinet with LED lighting

• Selection of power tools and DIY equipment

Modern Items Donated to Charity:

• Assorted paperback and hardback books

• Bedding sets, towels, and cushions

• Kitchen utensils, pots, and pans

• Clothing and footwear in excellent condition

• Crockery, cutlery, and glassware

• Unopened toiletries and cleaning products

• Children’s toys, games, and puzzles

• Small electrical items (toaster, kettle, iron)

• Office supplies, stationery, and desk lamps

• Garden tools and outdoor decorations

The House Clearance in Selkirk

We arrived early in the morning and met with the client to go over the items they wished to keep. We carefully packed away family photographs, important paperwork, and a few sentimental keepsakes before beginning the clearance.

The living room contained a range of antique and modern furniture, which we sorted into items for resale and donation. The kitchen was full of quality cookware and appliances, many of which were suitable for charity donation.

The bedrooms had a mix of furniture, clothing, and household items. Wearable clothes were packed for donation, while antique furniture was carefully prepared for resale.

The attic and garage took extra time due to the volume of stored items. We discovered a selection of old postcards, vintage cameras, and an antique sewing machine, which were set aside for resale. Any broken or unusable items were responsibly recycled.

By the afternoon, the property was fully cleared, cleaned, and left in a presentable state, ready for the next steps in the sale process.

Client Review

“Irv and his team made what felt like an overwhelming task completely stress-free. They handled everything with professionalism and care, ensuring that sentimental items were kept safe while efficiently clearing the house. I was especially happy that many of my mother’s things were donated to charity instead of going to waste. I highly recommend their service to anyone needing a house clearance.”