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Lancing · BN15

House clearance in Lancing

Full and partial property clearances handled with care, for families, executors, landlords and agents. Covering North Lancing, South Lancing, Lancing village and Sompting and the rest of BN15.

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Before: a bedroom floor completely covered in clothes and household belongingsAfter: the same bedroom emptied down to the carpet
Before: a bathroom filled with bags, bedding and furniture during a house clearanceAfter: the bathroom emptied and ready for the next stage
Before: a garage full of black bags, chairs and furnitureAfter: the garage completely empty
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Lancing, 2 miles from our worthing base
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House clearance Lancing

Local house clearance in Lancing

Complete or partial clearances of houses and flats, carried out carefully and respectfully, with everything recycled, reused or disposed of properly.

House and flat clearances in Lancing are a big part of our work. Lancing is roughly three miles east of our Worthing base along the A259 coast road or the A27, usually a ten-minute drive. We clear homes across North Lancing, South Lancing, Lancing village, Sompting and Cokeham, from single rooms to entire properties, working with families, executors, landlords and agents.

Every clearance in Lancing is handled carefully and respectfully. We set aside anything that needs to be kept, recycle and reuse where we can, and leave the property swept and ready for the next stage, whether that is a sale, a new tenancy or a family move.

Jordan organized his crew to come and clear a mountain of rubbish from my back garden. A well overdue clearance all soggy and disintegrated and included a dead rat within..yuk. The lads did an amazing job. They were polite and courteous and worked flat out in the pouring rain. I can highly recommend them and will be using them again. I probably won't leave it so long next time though!

Julie Crickmore, Facebook review

We clear whole properties or just the parts you need: a single room, the loft, the garage or everything except the items going to the new home. We work at your pace, set aside anything that needs to be kept or checked, and handle belongings respectfully. Families often tell us that the hardest part was picking up the phone, and that the clearance itself was far easier than they expected.

Furnished living room with sofas, a dresser and ornaments ahead of a house clearance
Dining room with wooden table, chairs and bookcases ahead of an estate clearance

Local knowledge

House clearance in Lancing: what we know locally

Every town has its own quirks. These are the things that shape house clearance jobs in Lancing.

Loft space crammed with boxes, cases and old furniture before a loft clearance

Homes in Lancing

Much of South Lancing was built between the wars and in the decades after, so the typical Lancing property is a bungalow, a chalet bungalow or a semi with a drive. That is good news for a clearance: the van can usually park on the drive or right outside, and there are few stairs to deal with. Chalet bungalows do have steep, narrow staircases to the first-floor rooms and small eaves storage, which we allow for when we price.

Furnished living room with sofas, a dresser and ornaments ahead of a house clearance

Part of the community

Lancing has a lot of long-term residents, and many of our jobs here involve helping an older neighbour or a family clearing a parent's home. We work at a pace that suits the household and will set aside anything that needs to be kept, donated or checked first.

Rental kitchen with bags and furniture left behind at the end of a tenancy

Flats and apartments

Lancing has fewer large blocks than Worthing or Brighton, but there are low-rise flats around the station and the shopping parade on North Road, and retirement developments across the town. Most are two or three storeys without lifts, so carrying furniture down the stairs safely is part of the job.

Narrow side passage with bin bags and an old cabinet waiting to be cleared

Parking and access

Access in Lancing is generally straightforward. Most roads have on-street parking without permit schemes and many properties have drives. The narrower lanes of the old village in North Lancing and the roads near the beach can be tight on busy summer days, so we plan the time of our visit around that.

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What we take in Lancing

Every house clearance job in Lancing is different, but these are the items we collect most often:

  • FurnitureBeds, wardrobes, sofas, tables, chairs and cabinets.
  • Household contentsKitchenware, ornaments, books, clothes and bedding.
  • Electricals and white goodsFridges, freezers, cookers, washing machines and TVs.
  • Carpets and flooringLifted carpets, underlay and rugs.
  • Loft and garage contentsBoxes, suitcases, tools and stored furniture.
  • Garden and shed contentsGarden furniture, tools, pots and outbuildings.
  • Mattresses and bedsIncluding divans and bed frames.
  • PaperworkSet aside for you to check, unless you ask us to take it.
  • Mixed rubbishBags, packaging and general household waste.
  • Bathroom and kitchen itemsCabinets, fittings and contents.

Needs a specialist or special handling

  • Personal documentsWe set aside papers and photographs rather than load them.
  • ValuablesPlease remove valuables, jewellery and cash before we arrive.
  • AsbestosCommon in older garages and artex; needs a licensed specialist.
  • Medication and sharpsReturn to a pharmacy or use a clinical waste service.
  • Gas bottles and chemicalsNeed specialist disposal routes.

Specialist services

Specialist house & flat clearance services in Lancing

As part of our house & flat clearance service in Lancing, we also provide:

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House clearance

A house clearance means emptying a home of furniture, belongings and rubbish, either completely or leaving only what is staying. It is usually needed when a property is being sold, let, renovated or handed back, or when a family is dealing with a move into care or a bereavement.

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Flat clearance

Flat clearances are all about access. Stairs, small lifts, tight landings, communal hallways and parking restrictions all affect how long a job takes and how many people it needs. We plan for them in advance so the clearance runs smoothly and the building is left as we found it.

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Garage clearance

Garages are where things go to be forgotten. Old furniture, boxes from the last house move, bikes, tools, broken appliances, paint tins, garden equipment and car parts all end up piled to the roof until the car has not been inside for years.

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Loft space crammed with boxes, cases and old furniture before a loft clearance

Loft clearance

Lofts are hard to clear yourself. The hatch is small, the ladder is steep, the space is often unboarded, and years of boxes, suitcases, Christmas decorations and old furniture have to be passed down one item at a time. We do it safely and quickly.

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Furnished living room with sofas, a dresser and ornaments ahead of a house clearance

Bereavement clearance

Clearing the home of someone who has died is one of the most difficult things a family has to do. There are memories in every drawer, decisions to make about every item, and often a sale or tenancy deadline adding pressure. We aim to take the physical work off your hands while treating the home and its contents with respect.

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The detail

Probate and bereavement clearances

Clearing the home of someone who has died is one of the hardest jobs a family faces. We work with families and executors to do it sensitively. Before we start, we agree what should be kept, donated or checked, and we keep an eye out for paperwork, photographs and personal items as we go, setting them aside rather than loading them.

If the property is being sold, we can work around estate agents and solicitors, and clear it in time for viewings or completion. If you are dealing with the estate from a distance, we can arrange access with a key holder and send photos of the finished property.

Downsizing and moving into care

When someone moves from a family home into a smaller property or a care home, only a fraction of their belongings go with them. We can clear the rest before or after the move, working around removal firms and family members. We are patient and friendly, and we will never rush an older customer into decisions they are not ready to make.

Good-quality furniture and household items can often be reused. Where possible we set these aside for reuse rather than sending them for disposal.

Flat interior with bin bags, a rolled rug and dismantled furniture ready to go

How house clearance in Lancing works

Lancing is roughly three miles east of our Worthing base along the A259 coast road or the A27, usually a ten-minute drive. Here is how a typical house clearance job in Lancing works:

1

Send us photos

WhatsApp a few pictures of the waste and the route to the road, or call 01903 962 492. Tell us your postcode and when suits you.

2

Get a clear price

We reply with a fixed quote based on what we can see. No hidden extras, no pressure, and no obligation to book.

3

We load and sweep

Our team arrives on the agreed day, carries everything out, loads the van and sweeps up behind us.

4

Responsible disposal

Waste goes to licensed facilities to be sorted and recycled where possible. Businesses get a waste transfer note.

What affects the price of house clearance in Lancing

We quote every job individually from photos, so you know the cost before we arrive. The main factors are:

Size of the property

The number of rooms and how full they are.

Contents

Furniture, electricals and sofas have different disposal costs.

Access

Flats with stairs and long carries take longer than a bungalow with a drive.

Outbuildings

Lofts, garages, sheds and gardens add to the volume.

Timescale

We will always try to meet your deadline.

How to prepare

  • Decide what is staying, going to family or being donated, and label it clearly.
  • Remove valuables, jewellery, cash, keys and important documents.
  • Check drawers, pockets, books and boxes for personal papers and photographs.
  • Let us know if the property has been sold or let and when it needs to be empty.
  • Tell us about access: stairs, lifts, parking and any building rules.
  • Arrange keys with a neighbour, agent or solicitor if you cannot be there.

Responsible disposal

Where your Lancing waste goes

House clearance waste is sorted into reusable items, recyclable materials and general waste. Reusable furniture and household items are set aside where possible, recyclable materials go to the appropriate facilities, and the rest is taken to licensed waste transfer stations. Upholstered seating is kept separate for specialist disposal.

As in Worthing, residents are served by Adur & Worthing Councils for bins, bulky waste collections and the garden waste service, with county council recycling centres for self-delivered waste. We are the choice when you want it all done in one go without loading your own car.

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Lancing, BN152 miles from our Worthing base

Coverage

House clearance across Lancing

We provide house clearance in every part of Lancing, including North Lancing, South Lancing, Lancing village, Sompting, Cokeham, Mash Barn, Widewater, Manor, Churchill and Lancing Beach Green. Lancing is roughly three miles east of our Worthing base along the A259 coast road or the A27, usually a ten-minute drive.

  • North Lancing
  • South Lancing
  • Lancing village
  • Sompting
  • Cokeham
  • Mash Barn
  • Widewater
  • Manor
  • Churchill
  • Lancing Beach Green

Before and after

Real results from our team

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Before: a bedroom floor completely covered in clothes and household belongingsAfter: the same bedroom emptied down to the carpetBeforeAfter
Bedroom house clearanceA bedroom completely covered in belongings, cleared down to the carpet as part of a house clearance.
Before: a bathroom filled with bags, bedding and furniture during a house clearanceAfter: the bathroom emptied and ready for the next stageBeforeAfter
Bathroom during a house clearanceBags, bedding and furniture removed from a bathroom as part of a whole-house clearance.

Reviews

What customers say

Rated 4.8 from 170 Google reviews.

4.8170 Google reviews

Can't speak highly enough of this service. They were speedy, efficient and polite. Above all they were very reasonably priced. Thankyou so much guys I will be happy to recommend you to friends and neighbours.

Ann ArchGoogle review

I chose A Star waste management as I was very pleased with the service provided previously they removed a lot of household rubbish for me quote was very reasonable and affordable nice guys came today for garden waste again good service will definitely use them again highly recommend THANKYOU

Julie SmithGoogle review

Such an amazing company! Communication was brilliant, the clean up was outstanding. Took everything little bit, was very pleased with the results. Also managed to fit me in very quickly which was a bonus! Will be using them again for sure! Thanks again guys.

Rebecca BarberGoogle review

Bit of a mix up with timings but once arrived the boys were quick, efficient and very thorough in their work. There was an awful lot of stuff in our garage that was not being used and we needed it clearing for selling our house.

A Star customerCustomer review

Collected the day following my initial message. Arrived in the morning and everything removed quickly and left tidy. Reasonable price too - excellent job! Thank you.

Terry BradyGoogle review

Questions

House clearance in Lancing: FAQs

Can't see your question? Call 01903 962 492 or message us on WhatsApp.

Dining room with wooden table, chairs and bookcases ahead of an estate clearance
Do you do probate house clearances in Lancing?

Yes. We work with families, executors and solicitors in Lancing, setting aside documents and personal items and clearing the property in time for sale or handover.

How quickly can you clear a house in Lancing?

We can often book a Lancing house clearance within a week, sooner when the diary allows. Most properties are cleared in a single day.

Can you clear a flat in Lancing while I am away?

Yes. We can collect keys from an agent or neighbour, clear the flat, and send you photos of the finished job.

Do you charge extra to come to Lancing?

No. Lancing is a few minutes from our Worthing base, so there is no travel surcharge. The price depends on what we are taking, how heavy it is and how easy it is to reach.

Can you clear a bungalow in South Lancing in one day?

In most cases, yes. A typical two or three-bedroom bungalow clearance can usually be finished in a single visit, and larger properties may need a second van or a follow-up trip. We will tell you what to expect when we quote from your photos.

How long does a house clearance take?

Most houses can be cleared in a day, depending on size and contents. Larger or very full properties may take two days. We will give you a realistic timescale when we quote.

Do I need to be there during the clearance?

No. Many clearances are done while the family is elsewhere. We can arrange access through a key holder, agent or solicitor and send you photos when we have finished.

Can you clear a property for probate?

Yes. We regularly work with families and executors, setting aside paperwork and personal items and clearing the property in time for sale or handover.

Send us a photo. We'll send you a price.

WhatsApp a few pictures of what needs to go and the route to the road. We reply with a clear, fixed quote, usually the same working day, and collections are often possible within a day or two.

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