FAQs

What services do you offer?

Everything from online estate sales, home clean outs, move management, and more.  We offer a one stop shop for seniors downsizing, busy professionals moving, and families dealing with an estate.  We will clean out an attic, garage, or organize a closet.  No project is too small.

What is included in a complete home clean out?

After you and your family have everything you want from your home, we will sell as much as we can, donate what we cannot sell, and then we completely clean out and clean the house.  Bathrooms will be scrubbed, kitchens will sparkle, and even the garage will be swept out.  I always say, “take what you want, and we will take care of the rest.”  And that includes the trash in the trash cans, food in the freezer, clothes that no longer fit…we will take care of everything.

How do you charge for your services?

Every home is different.  Your closets might be neat and tidy or overflowing with stuff.  I will be happy to come see your home and give you a free quote.

When should I call?

Now! It is never too early to call, even if you don’t know exactly what you want to keep.  We book up during busy periods and want to make sure we have you on our radar so your closing/move doesn’t sneak up on us.  There are times when we are booking appointments several months in advance, so we want to get you on the calendar as soon as possible, even if you’re just “penciled in.”

Will you sell just a few items?

Because our moving crew is typically busy out in the field cleaning out entire houses, we don’t usually have the time to send them out to pick up just a few items. If you want to sell a few items and are able to bring them to our location at 1820 Jamestown Road, give us a call and let us know what you’d like to sell. We’ll let you know if it’s something with which we can help and we will schedule your drop off appointment.  We can also offer the name of a few movers who could pick up your items if we are unable.

What if my item does not sell?

Great question.  Any item that we are unable to sell is donated.  We keep track of your donations and provide a donation receipt for these items.

Do you buy estates?

Absolutely.  If you would rather a quick turnaround on your items, we can purchase estates rather than sell individual items in an estate sale.  This is not our norm, but if this is the way you want to go, we will accommodate your desire.

Are my items auctioned?

No, in our estate sales your items are marked with a fixed price.  Customers purchase the items via our online store at williamsburg-estate-services.myshopify.com.  No need to wait for an item to be presented and auctioned.

Do you do moves?

We do not do moves, but we do “move management.”  If you do not want to worry with the move, we will handle everything.  We will call in movers for quotes and work with them to pack and load your belongings.  If you have a local Williamsburg move, we will be there to help unload, place furniture, and unpack.  We will take away empty boxes, packing paper, and if something doesn’t fit properly, pick it up and try to sell it.  Our goal is to remove the stress from your move.

 Do you have to be deceased to have an estate sale?

No!  While many of our clients are dealing with a deceased parent’s estate, the majority of our clients are downsizing, moving from a single family home into an apartment or villa.