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House clearance
Whole or partial house clearances, planned around your deadline and carried out with care.
House clearance
House clearance in Worthing and across Sussex
Whole or partial house clearances, planned around your deadline and carried out with care.
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.
We clear every room, plus lofts, garages, sheds and gardens, in as few visits as possible. You tell us what is staying, what is going to family and what should be set aside to check. We do the rest, from dismantling wardrobes to carrying the last box out, and leave the house swept and ready for the next stage.
Saw one of there trucks driving through Worthing, called the number today. Sent a picture of what we needed clear. They came back straight away with a price and were able to pick it all up on the same day. Really friendly team and great service. Will definitely be using this company again.
Hannah Fielder, Google review
Planning a house clearance
We start with photos of each room, or a visit for bigger properties. From that we estimate the volume, the number of people and vans needed, and how long it will take. Most three-bedroom houses can be cleared in a single day.
If the house is being sold, tell us about viewings and the completion date. We can clear in stages, for example leaving some furniture for viewings and clearing the rest just before completion.
Reviewed by Jordan, owner of A Star Waste ManagementLast updated 27 September 2026. Licensed waste carrier based in Worthing.
What we take
Typical items on a house clearance job:
- 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.
Advice
Clearing a house for sale
Estate agents will tell you that an empty, clean house photographs better and sells faster than one full of dated furniture. Many sellers ask us to clear everything except a few key pieces before photos and viewings, then come back for the rest just before completion. Buyers' solicitors usually expect vacant possession, which means the property empty of contents unless something has been agreed in writing.
If the loft, garage or shed are forgotten until the last week, completion can be delayed. We check every space when we quote, so nothing is left for the new owners to find.
Good to know
Reuse, recycling and responsible disposal
A typical house holds furniture, textiles, books, kitchenware, electricals and paperwork. We sort as we load: reusable items are set aside where possible, metals, electricals and cardboard are recycled, and the rest goes to licensed facilities.
Sofas and armchairs are kept separate for specialist disposal under the POPs rules, and fridges go to proper WEEE treatment.
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.
Before and after
Real results
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BeforeAfterBeforeAfterHow it works
Four simple steps from first message to a clear space.
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.
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.
We load and sweep
Our team arrives on the agreed day, carries everything out, loads the van and sweeps up behind us.
Responsible disposal
Waste goes to licensed facilities to be sorted and recycled where possible. Businesses get a waste transfer note.
What affects the price
We quote every job individually, usually from photos. The main factors are:
The number of rooms and how full they are.
Furniture, electricals and sofas have different disposal costs.
Flats with stairs and long carries take longer than a bungalow with a drive.
Lofts, garages, sheds and gardens add to the volume.
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 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.
Whoever takes your waste, check they are a registered waste carrier. Householders have a legal duty of care, and if waste you paid someone to remove is fly-tipped it can be traced back to you. We are licensed and insured, take every load to authorised facilities, and are always happy to show our credentials.
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.
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.
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
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.
We have used this company a number of times. Very professional, I would highly recommend them. They are happy to go that extra mile with no hesitation.
A Star are absolutely brilliant. Turn up when they say they will, are professional, friendly and helpful. And stick to their very reasonable quotes and would certainly use them in the future. Thank you A Star.
Local service
House clearance near you
We provide house clearance as part of our house & flat clearance service in every town we cover:
How long does a house clearance take?
Most houses take a day. Very full or large houses may take two.
Can you clear the loft and garage too?
Yes, along with sheds and gardens.
Can you leave some furniture for viewings?
Yes. We can clear in stages around your sale.
Do I need to be there?
No. We can work with a key holder and send photos.
What happens to good furniture?
Where possible it is set aside for reuse rather than disposed of.
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.
What happens to furniture that is still in good condition?
Where possible, reusable furniture and household items are set aside for reuse rather than disposed of.
Can you clear just part of a house?
Yes. We can clear a single room, the loft, the garage or everything except the items you are keeping.
Do you clean the property afterwards?
We sweep and leave the property tidy. A professional deep clean is a separate service, and we can clear the property in time for your cleaners.
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More house & flat clearance services
All house & flat clearanceFull and partial property clearances handled with care, for families, executors, landlords and agents.
Flat clearanceFlats of every size cleared, including upper floors with no lift and buildings with strict rules.
Garage clearancePacked garages emptied in one visit, from old tools and paint tins to bikes and furniture.
Loft clearanceLofts and attics emptied safely before conversions, sales or simply to reclaim the space.Bereavement clearanceSensitive, respectful clearances for families and executors, at a pace that suits you.
