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Junk removal · Fargo-Moorhead

Estate Cleanouts in Fargo, ND

Respectful, thorough clearing of a family home — with keepsakes set aside, not tossed.

Emptying a parent's or relative's house is hard work, and it usually lands on people who are already grieving or living far away. We take on the heavy part. Family members choose what to keep, and we clear the rest room by room, from the attic to the garage. When we find photos, letters or anything that looks personal, we stop and set it aside for you.

  • Locally owned in Fargo
  • Open 7 days, 7 AM–8:30 PM
  • Moving + junk removal in one visit
  • Licensed & insured
  • USDOT #4509143

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How it works

How We Handle an Estate Cleanout

  1. Step one

    Walk-through or video call.

    We see the home in person or over video, so the quote reflects the real job.

  2. Step two

    Family marks the keepers.

    Take your time. We work only after you've released the rooms.

  3. Step three

    Room-by-room clearing.

    We keep a box for anything personal we come across: photos, documents, jewelry, letters.

  4. Step four

    Sort for donation and recycling.

    Usable items, metal and appliances are separated from true junk.

  5. Step five

    Broom-swept and photographed.

    We send photos when the home is empty, which helps if family lives out of town.

A crew member pushes stacked moving boxes on a hand truck

Donate. Recycle. Then dispose.

Why us

Care for the Belongings, Patience for the Family

An estate cleanout isn't a regular junk job. Families are often coordinating with siblings, a realtor and an attorney all at once. We keep the schedule flexible, answer the phone, and work with whoever has authority over the property. We won't rush you to decide, and we won't throw out a box we haven't looked through.

Pricing

Priced by How Much Truck You Fill

You see the price before anything goes on the truck.

FAQ

Estate Cleanout Questions

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Can you work with an executor or realtor instead of the family?

Yes, as long as they have authority over the property and can give us access.

What if we find valuables during the cleanout?

We set aside anything that looks personal or valuable — cash, jewelry, documents, photos — and hand it to the family.

Do you buy items or run estate sales?

No. We remove and donate. If you plan an estate sale, book us for the day after it ends.

How long does an estate cleanout take?

Most homes take one to two days. A packed house with a full basement and garage can take longer.

Can family members who live out of state stay informed?

Yes. We send photos and updates by text or email.

Ready for the Realtor When You Are

A cleared house lists faster and shows better. Once we're done, the home is empty and broom-swept, ready for any repairs, cleaning crews or listing photos.

  • Bedroom and living room furniture
  • Kitchen contents
  • Basement storage
  • Garage and tools
  • Outbuildings and sheds
  • Old appliances

Reviews

What Fargo-Moorhead Customers Say

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Rated 5.0 on Google · 241 reviews

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