House clearance: 11 tips for a successful implementation
Often underestimated, a household liquidation represents a major challenge in most cases, which requires a lot of preparation and organization. In the following article, we give you a few tips that you can use to clear out the clutter as part of an apartment or household liquidation relatively easily.
Everything is much easier with the perfect preparation
The clearing out of a house clearance is a good opportunity to really clear out and get rid of superfluous things. It is not uncommon for objects to be discovered on these occasions that have been hidden in the basement, in the attic or in a storage room for months or years. In addition, you also have the opportunity to flush some money into the household budget by selling on online platforms or in social networks. And there is another possibility:
Here comes our tip 1
Some waste disposal companies buy up the entire household contents when a household is liquidated and in return give the customer the option of offsetting the value when clearing it out afterwards. Here you kill two birds with one stone – you get an uncomplicated, fast and professional clearing out and can also save costs through the purchase. You can find more information about this at Wirentsorgen.de, for example.
Our tip 2
If you would rather organize the sale, sorting and disposal yourself, first create a to-do list with all the important points and work through them one after the other.
- planning
- sort by
- Sell + give away
- storage
- organize help
- to fix an appointent
- Organize containers / vehicles – compare offers
- Eliminate damage – organize craftsmen
Sorting is the be-all and end-all in a household liquidation
The best way to tackle a mammoth task like clearing a household is to help small steps and step by step cleans, sorts and clears out one room after the other.
Our tip 3
Even when cleaning up, you can provide boxes in which you sort the things according to:
- to keep
- to sell
- give away
where to sell
According to this scheme, have the first room successfully clearedwhich is mostly a good one motivationin order to go straight to the next room.
Sales platforms (eBay, Vinted) there are quite a few on the internet – even specifically for books and DVDs (Momox) there are online sales opportunities.
Our tip 4
It has been shown that also on Home or yard flea markets bring all sorts of things to the man. Surely the great merit is not to be expected here. However, you should always keep in mind that everything you sell or give away no longer has to be disposed of at great expense in the end.
Our tip 5
Are there things that are still in great shape that you don’t want to keep and the sale doesn’t work out either. Then you have the option of offering them online for free collection. A post on social networks or an ad on eBay classifieds – and you’ll get rid of superfluous household goods and clothes.
decision support
It is not easy for everyone to part with things or to decide what is really important and necessary and what is not.
Our tip 6
Imagine a fire in your apartment or house – what would you want to save? Usually these are:
- Documents and documents (ID card, passport, birth certificates, insurance documents)
- disk
- photos and valuables
- some clothes
The second thought: “What would not cause you grief if lost?”.
You see – it’s basically not much that we really need. Anything that is useless, damaged, or unusable goes on the discard pile. The rest can be given away and sold.
Make an appointment & plan the clearing out
Give yourself enough time before decluttering day. Also inform your helpers in good time about the exact date and plan the day. Keep the following points in mind:
- Do you have enough helpers?
- Is there a vehicle ready for disposal?
- Do you need a container?
Find helping hands
Most people find help in their family and circle of friends. Isn’t that the case for you? Here is our tip:
Tips 7
Pupils and students are more than willing to earn a few euros with help. You can look for helping hands online or put up notices on the bulletin board at the university, in the supermarket or in your own hallway. And ask your neighborhood.
The right vehicle
You can find a suitable vehicle for clearing out at a hardware store or at a car rental company. Perhaps one of your friends also has a corresponding car. If you want to rent a car, please note the following:
Tip 8
The vehicles are significantly more expensive on Saturdays than on Sundays or during the week. The earlier you book a vehicle, the cheaper it will be for you. At the end of the year, prices are always higher than in the middle of the year. This also applies at the end of each quarter – always at the end of March, the end of June and the end of September. And of course it’s worth comparing prices – in some cases you can save several hundred euros.
Where can I get a container from?
There are plenty of container services both locally and online who will be happy to advise you and provide you with an appropriate container for your needs.
Our tip 9
Do not leave the container open unattended. You would be surprised how quickly this is used as a communal rubbish bin. Lid containers are best – you can simply close them. Or you can cover the container yourself with a tarpaulin or something similar.
What can all be in one Container?
Depending on the container you have ordered, the following items can be disposed of in it:
bulky waste container
- cupboards, tables chairs
- shelves
- sofas, armchairs
- mattresses and beds
- Floor coverings (carpet, PVC)
- Lamps, mirrors, picture frames
- Interior blinds, slats
- window
Of course, you can also use the regular municipal bulky waste disposal if the time suits you. These are often free of charge and take place at regular intervals. You can inquire about the dates online, from the local waste disposal company or from the city or municipal administration.
Our tip 10
You don’t have to dispose of anything else that fits in the household waste bin. Anything that is too big for the garbage can or could damage it belongs in the container.
mixing container
In contrast to a container for bulky waste, with a mixed container you have the option of disposing of furniture as well as other items such as:
- Waste from mixtures of wood, paper and cardboard, plastics, textiles, metals and composites
- construction waste
- commercial waste
- bulky waste
Hazardous waste and electronic scrap must always be disposed of separately. The same applies to paints, varnishes, solvents and the like.
To the final spurt in the household resolution
If the dissolution of your household involves the termination of a rental agreement for an apartment or house or the sale of the property, damage to the living space must usually be repaired. If the repairs are minor, you can do them yourself if necessary. For larger tasks, remember to hire a craftsman in good time so that there are no complaints when the property is handed over.
Some waste disposal companies offer technical services, so that you can do everything through a service provider by commissioning them. This is useful if you lack the time and support to carry out the household liquidation yourself.
How do I recognize a reputable clearing company?
There are a few very specific characteristics that distinguish a reputable waste disposal company from the black sheep of the industry:
- Steer clear of cheap offers
- Viewing prior to making an offer is carried out free of charge
- Company creates transparent fixed price offer
- Service provider has liability insurance
- Written proof of disposal will be issued
Our tip 11
Compare several offers and look for a service provider from the area – this saves travel costs and the company is available in case of complaints.