4.95 Rating | 250+ Happy Customers

Deceased House Clearance Edinburgh — Compassionate, Discreet, Zero Landfill

Supporting families, executors and solicitors through bereavement property clearance | From £50 | 4.95★ 250+ Reviews

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4.95 GOOGLE RATED
SEPA REGISTERED
ISO 9001 & 14001
ZERO LANDFILL
DISCLOSURE CHECKED
NuGen founder Andrew Irving discussing a deceased house clearance with a family member and solicitor outside an Edinburgh property

Professional Deceased House Clearance Across Edinburgh & The Lothians

Losing a loved one is hard enough. The task of clearing their home should not add to that burden. NuGen provides compassionate deceased house clearance in Edinburgh for families, executors, and solicitors. We treat every property — and every person — with genuine care and respect.


We are SEPA-registered and hold ISO 9001 & 14001 certification. Every team member is Disclosure Scotland checked. Unlike standard clearance firms, we operate a strict zero-to-landfill policy. Your loved one's belongings are reused, donated, or recycled — never simply tipped. Most clearances are completed within 2–6 hours. We can work to solicitor deadlines and arrange same-day visits when urgency matters.

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Why Edinburgh Families Choose NuGen

Disclosure Scotland Checked

Every team member is fully vetted. You can trust us with absolute confidence when providing access to a loved one's home.

Probate Specialists

We have worked with over 100 Edinburgh solicitors and executors. We understand inventory, asset identification, and estate accounts.

The Salvage Yard

Over 10,000 items rehomed every year. Your loved one's belongings find new homes and support the community — not a skip.

Zero to Landfill

SEPA-registered and ISO 14001 certified. Every load is meticulously sorted. Nothing goes to landfill — guaranteed.

ISO 9001 & 14001

One of Scotland's only clearance companies with dual ISO certification for quality and environmental management.

4.95★ — 190 Reviews

The highest-rated deceased house clearance Edinburgh service. Read our reviews and see why families trust us.

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"Hello, I'm Andrew Irvine, Founder of NuGen. For 6+ six years we have supported Edinburgh executors, solicitors and families through the bereavement & probate clearance process. Our team understands the legal responsibilities executors face and the importance of accurate documentation. Every clearance is handled with professionalism, discretion and a commitment to supporting you through a complex process. We don't just clear houses; we help you fulfill your duties with confidence."


Andrew Irvine Founder & Managing Director

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NuGen: Edinburgh's Highest-Rated Clearance Company with a 5-Star Google Rating

Don't just take our word for it. See why our customers love our house clearance service. We're the highest-rated and most-reviewed company in Edinburgh on Google

Transparent Pricing — Deceased House Clearance Edinburgh

Fixed prices agreed upfront. No hidden fees. No surprises for estate accounts.

Service Description From Price
Single Item Uplift Fridge, cooker, sofa or up to 5 bags £50
Mattress Removal Single, double or king size £70
Room / Garage Clearance Spare room, shed, garage or cellar £300
Partial Clearance Multiple rooms, attic or van load £450–£600
3-Bed House Clearance Full deceased estate (standard contents) £750–£950
4+ Bed / Large Estate Large properties or high-volume contents POA
* All prices include labour, transport, recycling fees and compliant disposal. Final price subject to assessment.

The Salvage Yard — A Positive Legacy for Edinburgh

The hardest part of any estate clearance is seeing cherished possessions go to waste. With NuGen, they don't.


Our Salvage Yard gives furniture, tools, books, and household items a second life. We work with local charities and community groups to distribute goods to those who need them most. To date, we have raised over £50,000 for causes including hospices, cancer research, and local youth projects. Choosing NuGen turns a difficult task into something meaningful

Your grandmother's dresser becomes a young couple's first furniture.


Your business equipment becomes a startup's foundation.


Your old books become someone's new favorite stories.


Your children's toys bring joy to new families.


How the Salvage Yard Works


  • Furniture & collectables are resold - 100% proceeds to charity
  • Reusable items go directly to local charity shops
  • Materials go to zero-landfill recycling facilities
  • Public access through regular community sales events


Real Impact Numbers

4000+

Items rehomed

100%

Zero to landfill

£15k+

Raised for charity

300+

Families helped

Community Free Book Libraries


Thousands of books recovered from house clearances now live on in our free community book-sharing boxes — built from recycled materials and placed throughout Scotland.

Always Free • Always Accessible • Always Restocked by Nugen

They promote reading, reuse, and a spirit of sharing. Every book clearance becomes a gift to your community.


Our 4-Step Clearance Process

Simple, respectful, and stress-free from start to finish.

STEP 01

Initial Contact

Call or email us to speak with a team member who understands bereavement clearances. We listen first with zero pressure. We can visit or quote from photos.

STEP 02

Fixed-Price Quote

We provide a clear, written quote with no hidden costs. For probate work, we issue formal invoices that meet all legal requirements for estate accounts.

STEP 03

Careful Clearance

Our uniformed, DS-checked team works quietly and respectfully. Personal documents or photos found during clearance are always set aside safely for you.

STEP 04

Salvage & Recycling

Reusable items go to our Salvage Yard. We guarantee 100% diversion from landfill and provide full waste transfer notes as proof of ethical disposal.

Areas Covered — Edinburgh & The Lothians

We provide deceased house clearance in Edinburgh and all surrounding regions.

Central Edinburgh

  • 📍 Central (EH1–EH4)
  • 📍 Old Town & New Town
  • 📍 West End & Dean Village
  • 📍 Stockbridge (EH3–EH4)
  • 📍 Comely Bank & Canonmills

South & West

  • 📍 Morningside (EH10)
  • 📍 Bruntsfield & Marchmont
  • 📍 Corstorphine (EH12)
  • 📍 Murrayfield & Roseburn
  • 📍 Newington & The Grange

Coastal & East

  • 📍 Leith (EH6)
  • 📍 Portobello (EH15)
  • 📍 Joppa & Musselburgh
  • 📍 East Lothian (Haddington)
  • 📍 North Berwick & Dunbar

The Lothians & Fife

  • 📍 West Lothian (Livingston)
  • 📍 Midlothian (Dalkeith)
  • 📍 Fife (Dunfermline)
  • 📍 Broxburn & Bathgate
  • 📍 Penicuik & Bonnyrigg

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Deceased House Clearance Edinburgh — FAQs

  • How much does deceased house clearance cost in Edinburgh?

    We clear furniture, appliances, carpets, personal effects, attic and garage contents. We sort everything for reuse or recycling and leave the property swept and ready for handover or sale.

  • What's included in the service?

    We clear furniture, appliances, carpets, personal effects, attic and garage contents. We sort everything for reuse or recycling and leave the property swept and ready for handover or sale.

  • How long does it take?

    Most clearances are done in 2–6 hours. Larger estates may take a full day. We always confirm the timeline before we start and can work to tight solicitor deadlines.

  • Are your staff background checked?

    Every NuGen team member holds a Disclosure Scotland check. We understand the trust placed in us when entering a deceased person's home and take that responsibility seriously

  • Do you handle sensitive or hoarder properties?

    Yes. We regularly clear hoarder homes, long-term vacant properties, and cases where the occupant passed some time ago. Our team is discreet, non-judgmental, and experienced in biohazard situations.

  • What happens to belongings?

    Reusable items go to our Salvage Yard for donation or resale. Recyclables are sorted at our depot. Nothing goes to landfill — we are SEPA-registered and provide full waste transfer notes as proof.

  • Can you work with executors and solicitors?

    Yes. We specialise in probate work. We provide formal invoices for estate accounts, assist with asset identification, and liaise directly with legal professionals to keep things on track.

  • Which items can't be removed?

    We remove almost everything. Restrictions apply to asbestos, industrial chemicals, and large quantities of paint or solvents. We advise on specialist disposal for these during our initial assessment.

  • Do you provide probate documentation?

    Yes. We issue a full VAT invoice and SEPA Waste Transfer Note for every job. These documents prove legal disposal and satisfy probate records and estate accounts under Scottish law.

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