For Executors & Next-of-Kin

    Estate clear-outs in Metro Vancouver: clearing a home is a HUGE job. We've done it 200+ times.

    From first key to home-ready. Documented, respectful, and designed for executors who may be far away. We take you from "I don't know where to start" to "It's handled."

    Remote executor support

    Photo inventory

    Fully insured

    Common stresses, practical relief

    You're out of province or country

    Video walk-throughs, photo inventory at every step, and clear digital approvals so you're never in the dark.

    Tight timelines before listing or probate

    We work to your deadline with predictable milestones and daily progress updates.

    Family dynamics and emotional decisions

    Neutral, respectful coordination. We document everything so decisions are clear and defensible.

    Don't know what's valuable or what to do with it

    We identify items worth appraising, connect you with trusted auction houses, and handle donation or disposal of the rest.

    The estate clear-out process

    Six steps, clearly documented at every stage

    Step 1

    Assess & Plan

    We visit the property, and within an hour, understand your goals, timeline, and any special concerns. You receive a clear project plan and estimate.

    Step 2

    Sort & Decide

    Working with you (or your designate), we systematically sort everything into clear categories: keep, move, sell, donate, or dispose.

    Step 3

    Inventory & Appraise

    Photo documentation of valuable or sentimental items. Optional appraisals for estate purposes. You approve all decisions in writing.

    Step 4

    Disperse

    Items go to their right channels—family keeps, auction houses, consignment, donation centres, or proper disposal—all tracked and documented.

    Step 5

    Move & Set Up

    If applicable, we coordinate the move with trusted partners and set up the new space so it feels like home from day one.

    Step 6

    Make Ready

    Matched to your needs, from the family home, we do final cleaning and walkthrough. The property will be show-ready, move-in ready, or ready for its next chapter. If we're helping relocate, we coordinate everything from unpacking to making the bed for your first night.

    What we handle vs. trusted partners

    The Great Estate handles:

    • Initial assessment and project planning
    • Sorting, categorizing, and inventory
    • Photo documentation and tagging
    • Coordination with family, executors, and professionals
    • Packing and preparing items for their destination
    • Liaison with auction houses and consignment shops
    • Donation coordination and receipt collection
    • Final cleaning and walkthrough

    Trusted partners handle:

    • Physical moving (coordinated by us)
    • Auction sales and estate sales
    • Consignment retail
    • Specialized appraisals
    • Hazardous material removal
    • Major repairs or renovations

    All third-party costs are billed at cost plus a small handling fee. No surprise markups.

    Ready to talk about an estate?

    Book a free 15-minute call, or fill out our estate intake form and we'll reach out within one business day.

    Not sure what to expect? See how our six-step process works.