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Before you clear out a flat, keep this in mind

Clearing out a home is almost never just moving furniture. These tips make the process tidier and more respectful, especially when a probate is involved.

A guide by On The Go Transportes · Madrid
A worker removing belongings during a flat clear-out in Madrid

Sort before we arrive

Decide calmly what you want to keep, donate or bin. Set aside anything sentimental (photos, documents, small valuables) so it doesn’t get mixed in with the rest during the clear-out.

If it’s a probate clear-out with several people involved, agreeing beforehand on who keeps what avoids having to stop the work halfway through.

Document anything of value

With probate it’s worth keeping a record: photograph furniture, artwork, appliances or important documents before the clear-out starts. It’s reassuring for all parties.

If something unexpected turns up (jewellery, money, documents), we set it aside and hand it to you. We work with discretion and respect.

Ask about what happens to what’s removed

Clearing out doesn’t have to mean binning. What’s in good condition can be donated to social organisations, and the rest is recycled by material or taken to a recycling point.

Always ask us what happens to each thing: we’ll happily tell you. Responsible handling leaves far less waste than people imagine.

Tip: you don’t need to have anything ready to ask for a quote. With a few photos or a video of the flat we can give you a first estimate with no obligation.

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