When a person dies, they not only leave a void for their loved ones, but also a lot of belongings. If the deceased lived in a rented property during their lifetime, the owner expects all utility and living spaces to be vacated by a certain deadline. For emotional reasons alone, surviving dependants find it difficult to cope with this situation. This article looks at how the eviction process works after a death and provides tips to help relatives deal with the situation.
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Procedure for a professional eviction in the event of death
When an apartment or house has to be cleared out due to a death, the bereaved have a lot of questions. Fortunately, there are professionals who specialize in such house clearances. This relieves you of a large part of the work and you can concentrate on more important things – such as the funeral of the deceased. But how does a house clearance actually work in the event of death? 1. make contact: Get in touch with a moving service or clearing out company. Describe your situation and discuss your concerns with the professional. 2. inspection: The company will first inspect the situation on site as part of an inspection. This allows them to better estimate the amount of work involved. 3. offer: After the inspection, you will receive a customized quote for clearing out the apartment. 4. implementation: Umzugsservice Zürich GmbH supports you in clearing out your home after a death. We take care of the dismantling and removal of the furniture and household effects as well as the environmentally friendly and professional disposal of all the items you no longer need. As part of a house clearance in the event of death, the heirs can decide what happens to the household contents. These can be sold, given away or disposed of. If you wish, you can take over individual pieces of furniture and furnishings yourself. It is only relevant that the apartment is completely empty after the eviction.
Costs for clearing out a home in the event of death
Since every house clearance after a death is individual, it is not possible to say in general terms how high the costs for the undertaking will be. As a rule, the scope is decisive. The more items that need to be cleared out and disposed of, the higher the costs. Many surviving dependants opt for a complete home clearance solution. This means you no longer have to worry about individual items and pieces of furniture. You also have a full overview of the costs. Therefore, make sure you choose a provider who will send you a quote in advance for maximum cost transparency. A special feature of the costs for house clearance in the event of death is the valuation of furniture and household effects. The clearing company determines the price of the items and offsets this against the invoice for the clearance.
Do you do the eviction yourself in the event of death or hire a professional?
Should you clear out your deceased loved one’s home yourself or bring in a professional? To make an informed decision, you need to know the pros and cons of each approach. We have compiled the most important decision criteria for you.
Scope
Depending on how many possessions the deceased accumulated in the course of their life, clearing out a home can be more or less time-consuming. This can determine whether you should hire a professional or do it yourself. If it is a large house that needs to be cleared out within a few months, it is advisable to get external help. But even in an apartment, there can be a lot of items that are very time-consuming to sort and dispose of. Very few surviving dependants are able to clear out a household so quickly and take care of all the other tasks at the same time.
Emotions
Surviving relatives often find it difficult to sort and dispose of their deceased loved one’s belongings when they are grieving. For this reason, many people opt for an external company that has no emotional connection to the death. This makes it easier to make important disposal decisions.
Expertise
Companies that specialize in clearing apartments and houses in the event of death know what is important. At Umzugsservice Zürich GmbH, we can expertly assess every item and recognize what can be sold and what is better disposed of. Thanks to our trained eye, we may be able to reduce clearance costs by selling valuable items. After all, we also have the necessary contacts to find suitable buyers. In contrast, many surviving dependants do not realize which items might be valuable and which are not. In such a situation, only the sentimental value is usually seen. In the case of a house clearance, however, this is of little use. What’s more, we know how to dispose of items in an environmentally friendly way. So you don’t have to worry about it.
Checklist: Preparing and carrying out the house clearance
Many bereaved people feel overwhelmed, mainly because they don’t know what tasks they will have to carry out when clearing out their home in the event of a death. We have therefore compiled all the to-dos for you so that you can get an initial overview. With the following checklist, you are optimally prepared for a house clearance after a death.
Apply for a certificate of inheritance
Are you a legal heir? Then you should apply for a certificate of inheritance from the relevant local authority or municipal administration. The deceased’s apartment can only be vacated upon presentation of this document. This is why obtaining a certificate of inheritance is always the first step when liquidating an apartment.
Cancel subscriptions and contracts
Which subscriptions and contracts will no longer be needed after the death of your loved one? Make sure you cancel the following contracts:
Otherwise, these contracts will continue to run and cause further costs. You should therefore take care of these matters promptly – even if it can be painful at first.
Do you want to dissolve your apartment yourself or have it done by a professional?
As the advantages and disadvantages already mentioned show, it is a very individual decision whether you want to clear out the home of a deceased relative yourself or hire a professional.
You should make this decision as early as possible so that you can contact an external company in good time and obtain a quote. Do not allow too much time to pass, otherwise the eviction may not be completed on time.
Create schedule
As there are many tasks involved in clearing out a home in the event of a death, you should plan this project well. Include notice periods for the tenancy agreement, dates for renovation work and collection dates for bulky waste in your schedule. A schedule is also important if you are hiring a clearing company. If you want to sort through the belongings yourself before clearing out, you should allow plenty of time for this.
Pre-inspection by the provider
A reputable provider of house clearance services will first get an idea of the situation on site. An inspection also forms the basis for the offer. We at Umzugsservice Zürich GmbH always take enough time for a preliminary inspection to clarify everything important.
Obtain a quote
A quote is essential so that you know what will be done in the course of clearing your home after a death and how much the costs will be. It is therefore essential that you request a quote that includes all relevant aspects.
Carry out a clear-out
Regardless of whether you choose a professional to clear out your home or decide to do it yourself, the day of clearing out is a very important one. Make sure you dispose of items properly and sell furniture and household goods with a certain value. These tasks can take a lot of time if you decide not to use a moving company
Renovation work
Does the tenancy agreement stipulate that renovation work must be carried out at the end of the tenancy? Then you should also take care of this. This usually only involves minor repairs, such as painting the walls. It is best to carry out these tasks after you have completely vacated the apartment as a finishing touch before handing it over.
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Final thoughts
When an apartment or house has to be cleared out after a death, it is often a very emotional matter. The bereaved feel overwhelmed, not only because of their grief, but also because of the amount of work involved. This is why removal companies such as Umzugsservice Zürich GmbH are exactly the right people to contact. We take care of clearing out homes after a death with a great deal of empathy and sensitivity. Relatives would do well to plan the house clearance as early as possible. That way, you can get this stressful task over with quickly. Get in touch with us now and send us a no-obligation inquiry. We at Umzugsservice Zürich GmbH will be happy to take care of your request.
Sources:
https://www.mietrecht24.ch/kuendigung-auszug/renovierung-bei-auszug/
