Whether you’re downsizing, decluttering, or handling an estate, Clear The Lot is your trusted partner for House Clearance Services. Experience the convenience of a professional and respectful clearance process tailored to your specific needs. Contact us to discuss your house clearance requirements and let us help you create a clean and refreshed living space
During Covid and the two years that followed, we witnessed more fatalities than at any other time in modern history.
Online commerce took a dramatic turn, leading to a surge in retail therapy as people turned to the internet for comfort and convenience. A consequence of this shift was a sudden and steep rise in shipping costs—quadrupling almost overnight.
Prices across sectors also increased, as demand far outweighed what suppliers could handle.
After Covid, prices never returned to their pre-pandemic levels, and the cost of living rose significantly.
The government then increased taxes, and gas and electricity bills soared—leaving many families and elderly individuals living on the poverty line.
You might ask: What does any of this have to do with House Clearances, Flat Clearances, or Commercial Clearances?
As of March 2025, the mortality rate from Covid-19 in the United Kingdom had reached 232,000 fatalities.
Here’s a regional breakdown relevant to our service areas:
London: 9,526 deaths
South West England: 4,692 deaths
South East England: 26,220 deaths
Tragically, with this level of loss, demand for house and apartment clearances surged to unprecedented levels.
House clearance companies became inundated with requests.
At ClearTheLot.com, we received numerous inquiries for quotes and site visits. However, due to the immense pressure our clients, the NHS, and our own staff were under, we made a conscious decision to change our business model when handling house clearances—not just for the elderly, but for everyone affected.
Compassion First
We began approaching every client interaction with deeper compassion and empathy, especially as many of the losses were sudden and traumatic.
Support for Charities
Where possible, we processed and donated usable goods to charities of the client’s choice—transporting them at no extra cost.
Helping the Homeless
We began purchasing most white goods, many of which were then used to help rehouse the homeless—another serious issue worsened by the pandemic.
Lowered Our Prices
Despite rising costs at recycling plants across London and the South, we reduced and maintained our prices to ease the burden on our clients.
These changes remain in place today.
We’ve had great support from our Google advertising assistants and partnered with AssetsRealised.com, who help us professionally value clients’ gold and silver items—often helping offset the cost of clearance services.
We also welcomed veteran antique furniture valuer Terry Butts, who brings over 50 years of experience.
Our fleet includes tipper trucks and Luton vans, and we also arrange skips and permits when needed.
Yes, we absolutely do.
We understand that probate cases often involve sensitive family matters and extended timelines—sometimes up to six months for payment.
We offer flexible payment options:
Credit and debit cards
Bank transfers
Cheques (including post-dated)
Staggered payment arrangements
We believe that we’ve grown into a professional, compassionate, and fair house clearance company.
We listen to your needs, operate with efficiency and politeness, and always aim to price our services fairly.
We sincerely hope you’ll choose us and perhaps even recommend us to others.
We need you more than you need us—and we never lose sight of that.
We guarantee to leave every property clean, clear, and fit for its next purpose, as expected by you, our valued client.
