Most UK homeowners pay between £300 and £1,200 for a full house clearance in 2026, with typical jobs falling around £400-£800. Single-room jobs start from roughly £100, and larger four-bedroom properties with garages and lofts can run to £1,500 or more. The headline figure is really driven by volume, access and how much of what comes out can be recycled rather than sent to landfill.
We clear around eight to twelve properties a month across Yateley, Camberley, Sandhurst, Wokingham and the wider GU postcode area, so the figures below are what we actually see on quotes - not industry averages pulled from a national spreadsheet.
How much does a house clearance cost in 2026?
Reputable clearance companies in Hampshire price on volume and weight, not on a flat per-room rate. A heavily packed two-bedroom flat can take longer than a lightly furnished four-bed detached house, so expect any honest quote to be preceded by either a site visit or a detailed set of photos.
Average UK prices (2026)
| Property / load | Typical price |
|---|---|
| Single room / garage / loft | £100 - £300 |
| Studio or one-bed flat | £250 - £450 |
| Two-bed house or flat | £400 - £700 |
| Three-bed house | £600 - £1,000 |
| Four-bed house + outbuildings | £900 - £1,500+ |
| Hoarded property | £1,200 - £3,000+ |
Figures reflect southern England rates including licensed waste disposal. Quotes in central London run 20-30% higher.
What affects the price of a house clearance?
Six factors move the needle on almost every quote we write:
- Volume - measured in cubic yards or by Luton van loads. A full three-bed house is typically three to five van loads.
- Access - top-floor flats with no lift, long driveways and tight parking add time and labour.
- Resale value - if there are saleable items (vintage furniture, tools, white goods under 8 years old), a good clearance firm will offset the cost.
- Hazardous items - paint, solvents, fridges and mattresses all carry surcharges due to disposal rules.
- Timing - same-day and weekend jobs sit at the upper end of the range.
- Location - rural Hampshire jobs are typically 10-15% cheaper than equivalent work in Woking or Ascot.
How long does a house clearance take?
In our experience, a two-person team can clear a small flat in three to four hours, a three-bed family home in a single day, and a heavily packed four-bed typically across two days. Hoarded properties or probate clearances involving paperwork searches can run to three or four days. Always build a buffer in - we regularly see lofts that were "almost empty" turn into a full van load on their own.
Can you save money on a house clearance?
Yes - and legitimately, without cutting corners. The most effective ways:
- Sell high-value items (good-condition sofas, white goods, garden tools) before the clearance - they usually recover more privately than through trade offset.
- Keep clearance day access easy: driveway clear, neighbour parking agreed, keys ready.
- Ask for a partial clearance quote if you're only tackling the loft, garage or one wing of the house.
- Book midweek - Tuesday to Thursday slots are typically cheaper than weekends.
- Use a licensed waste carrier. Unlicensed operators may undercut by 30%, but fly-tipped waste traced to you carries fines up to £5,000.
Hampshire, Berkshire and Surrey clearance prices
Our typical 2026 quotes in the local area: a two-bed end-of-tenancy clearance in Yateley around £450, a three-bed probate clearance in Sandhurst £750-£900, and a four-bed in Wokingham or Ascot £1,100-£1,400. Bagshot, Basingstoke and Woking prices sit in broadly the same band. All of our quotes are fixed, written, and include licensed disposal - we hold waste carrier licence CBDU571133.
Getting a fair, fixed quote
For a free, no-obligation quote, share a few photos of each room and tell us roughly when you need the job done. We'll come back with a fixed price within 24 hours. No deposits and no surprise add-ons on the day. Learn more about our house clearance service or get in touch for a quote today.