Tips for clearing out a home in NY

[bann0ck]

I'm hoping to get some advice on a difficult but important topic. I'm in New York State, and I'm trying to plan ahead so my family isn't stuck with a huge burden later.
I'm thinking about all my household stuff (like the furniture, clothes, etc.), and I imagine my heirs will want to take a few things, but not have to deal with clearing out everything else.

I'm wondering if there are businesses or charities that would come in and clear out the rest for them. Has anyone gone through this and have any tips?
For the stuff that has some value but isn't worth selling, are there specific charities that are better than others at handling large furniture or bulk items?

Any insights would be helpful!

 

[Brendan.C]

Yes, there are companies that do full house cleanouts, and a lot of charities in NY will pick up furniture and bulk items if they're in a good shape. For everything else, estate cleanout services are really helpful, though they usually charge

 

[Mikael.RFP]

I'm hoping to get some advice on a difficult but important topic. I'm in New York State, and I'm trying to plan ahead so my family isn't stuck with a huge burden later.
I'm thinking about all my household stuff (like the furniture, clothes, etc.), and I imagine my heirs will want to take a few things, but not have to deal with clearing out everything else.

I'm wondering if there are businesses or charities that would come in and clear out the rest for them. Has anyone gone through this and have any tips?
For the stuff that has some value but isn't worth selling, are there specific charities that are better than others at handling large furniture or bulk items?

Any insights would be helpful!

Yes, what you're looking for is commonly called an estate cleanout service. Those businesses specialize in clearing out homes, often handling everything from sorting valuables to donating usable items and disposing of junk. They can leave the house in broom swept condition, saving your heirs a huge amount of time and effort. For donations, many larger charities like Habitat for Humanity's ReStore or The Salvation Army will do pickups for furniture and other bulk items. It's best to call your local branch to confirm what they're currently accepting and ask for other details.