Estate Cleanouts and Hoarding Cleanups in Citrus County

Clearing out a home after a loss is one of the hardest jobs a family faces. A full-service crew can do the heavy lifting so you can focus on what matters. Call (352) 765-9817 and we will connect you with an independent local junk removal company. We are a referral service.

When families call

• A parent has passed and the home needs to be cleared before sale
• A loved one is moving to assisted living or memory care
• Family lives out of state and cannot be here for weeks
• A home has become cluttered beyond what the family can handle
• A landlord needs to clear a unit after a tenant leaves

Citrus County has one of the oldest populations in Florida, and estate cleanouts are some of the most common jobs local crews do.

Junk removal crew vs. dumpster

With a dumpster, your family does all the lifting. With a junk removal crew, the crew does the carrying, loading and sweeping, usually in a day or two. If no one in the family is local, or the work is too heavy, a crew is usually the better choice even though it costs more.

How a cleanout works

1. Walk-through. The crew looks at the home and gives you a price, often by the truckload.
2. Family takes keepsakes first. Pull photos, papers, jewelry and heirlooms before the crew starts.
3. Sorting. Good crews set aside donations and recyclables.
4. Removal. Furniture, boxes, appliances and clutter go out.
5. Sweep. The home is left broom-clean for the realtor or next step.

Look for these papers first

Before anything leaves the house, search for wills, trust papers, deeds, vehicle titles, insurance policies, bank and retirement statements, tax records and safe-deposit keys. Families often find cash and important documents in books, freezers and coat pockets.

Hoarding situations

Hoarding cleanups need patience and discretion. A good crew works at a pace the person can handle, does not judge, and protects privacy. Heavy hoarding can involve mold, pests or structural damage; the crew should wear protective gear and may recommend specialists for biohazards. If you are helping a loved one, include them in decisions where you can.

How junk removal is priced

Most junk haulers price by how much space your items take in the truck, from a single item up to a full load. Around Citrus County, local companies advertise single-item pickups starting around $65 and full truckloads approaching $600. Heavy items such as concrete, dirt and roofing, and items with disposal fees such as mattresses, tires and refrigerators, can add to the price. The hauler should give you a firm price on site before loading anything. Call (352) 765-9817 to get a quote.

Working with realtors and attorneys

Many crews coordinate directly with the estate's realtor, attorney or property manager when family is out of state. Ask whether they can work with a lockbox and send photos when the job is done.

Frequently asked questions

Areas we serve

We connect callers across Inverness, Crystal River, Homosassa and all of Citrus County, Florida, including:

• Inverness
• Crystal River
• Homosassa
• Beverly Hills
• Citrus Springs
• Lecanto
• Hernando
• Floral City
• Citrus Hills
• Pine Ridge
• Sugarmill Woods
• Homosassa Springs
• Black Diamond
• Inverness Highlands
• Citrus County

Local pages: Inverness, Crystal River, Beverly Hills.

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