Flat Clearance Costs In London
Flat clearance pricing is different from simply asking “how many bedrooms?”. In London, floor level, lift access, concierge rules, parking and carrying distance can matter almost as much as the amount of rubbish and furniture.
Current Flat Clearance Guide Prices
| Load guide | Price | Flat examples |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum | £120 + VAT | Small leftover items or a light partial clearance. |
| Quarter | £180 + VAT | Studio/room contents or a modest furniture clear-out. |
| Half | £270 + VAT | Several bulky items plus bags or a larger partial flat clearance. |
| ¾ load | £380 + VAT | Heavily furnished partial clearance. |
| Full suitable cage-van load | £450 + VAT | Large flat clearance where the contents fit within a full mixed-household load. |
Why London Flat Clearance Costs Vary
Stairs and floor level
A second-floor conversion flat is not the same loading job as a ground-floor maisonette. Where there is no lift, the crew may have to carry every bag and piece of furniture down several flights.
Lift and concierge rules
Modern blocks may require service-lift bookings, protective coverings, loading-bay reservations or specific collection windows. Tell us before booking so the route and crew are planned around the building rather than delayed at reception.
Parking and loading bays
Some central London flats have excellent loading bays; others have no legal stopping point near the entrance. Show the street/entrance and explain any known parking restrictions when you send the quote video.
Large furniture
Wardrobes, bed frames, tables and sofas may need dismantling or careful movement through narrow communal areas. Show the size and access, not just the item itself.
Studio & One-Bedroom Flat Clearance
Smaller flats can still contain a lot of volume because furniture occupies most of the usable space. A studio with a bed, sofa, wardrobe, table, appliances and bags can be a much larger clearance than an almost-empty two-bedroom flat. We therefore quote the contents, not the room count.
Landlord Flat Clearance Costs
For landlords and agents, the quote should cover exactly what needs to be gone before cleaning/decorating. If a tenant has left belongings, make sure you have authority to dispose of them. Once that is confirmed, a photo/video quote can help fit the clearance between checkout and the next contractor.
How To Reduce Surprises On A Flat Clearance Quote
- Film from the building entrance to the flat if access is unusual.
- Show stairs and lifts.
- Show every room, balcony and storage cupboard included.
- Identify sofa, mattress, fridge/freezer and large wardrobes.
- Tell us concierge/loading times.
- Show where the van can realistically stop.
For the service itself see Flat Clearance London. If the job must be completed urgently, see Same-Day House Clearance London.
