4 Questions You Should Ask Before Hiring a House Clearance Service

4 Questions You Should Ask Before Hiring a House Clearance Service

Hiring a house clearance service might seem simple and straightforward at first glance but there are a few things you have to consider, to make sure you’re working with a reputable and reliable service. If you don’t hire the right one, you might end up inviting the wrong people into your house and risking damage to your property or worse. In this article, we’re going to give you a few basic questions you should ask any house clearance service before you hire them.

• Do You have a Licence?

A reputable house clearance company should have a waste carriers’ licence and be able to show proof of registration with the environment agency. Any company that disposes, transports and carries any type of waste, and that includes household waste, is required by law to do so. The company you’re thinking of hiring should be able to show their registration number and should even show you a copy of their licence when asked.

• What Kind of Insurance do You Have?

While this isn’t compulsory, it is a clear sign that you’re working with a reputable waste disposal company. Working with an insured company shows that they are ready to back their workers and will stand by them if there are any issues. This will also ensure that you don’t have to pay out of pocket for damage to your property, workers, or any third party.

• How Many People Will Come to Remove Items from the Property?

All companies operate differently, but as a rule, most companies will send at least two people to clear properties, though it usually takes three or more. You should also ask if the workers wear a uniform, what kind of work experience they have, and if they’re CRB checked. You should also make sure that they’ll have the proper tools on hand to do the job.

• What will be Done with all My Stuff?

You might think that this is a minor question, but it’s one that could have severe consequences. In the event that some of your items are disposed of illegally or fly-tipped, you could face penalties up to £5,000 or even imprisonment if council officials are able to trace the items back to you.

You should try to find out exactly where and how the items will be disposed. If you live in Bournemouth, for instance, ask them which recycling centre they usually use and check if they’re licenced. A reputable house clearance Bournemouth service will be more than happy to disclose that information to you, so don’t be afraid to ask when picking house clearance services. Many will also have their own shops where they resell some of the items as well. Knowing where your items will end up is not only important if you want to be environmentally responsible, but also if you want to stay compliant and avoid prosecution as well, so don’t take this lightly.

Conclusion

Finding a good clearance service isn’t only essential if you want to ensure that you get a job well done, but for your own safety as well. Make sure that you ask these questions before hiring so that you know what kind of company you’re dealing with before inviting them into your home.

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