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Estate Services & Estate Clean-outs

When a loved one passes or it’s time to close a chapter, the process of sorting through a home and its contents can feel overwhelming—especially when you’re also navigating grief, logistics, and family dynamics. At Dawson Relocation Services, we offer compassionate estate services to help you manage this emotional and often complex process with care, clarity, and efficiency.

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Supportive guidance and hands-on help during life’s most difficult transitions.

Since 2008, we’ve helped families across Chicago and its suburbs navigate estate clean-outs with professionalism and respect. Whether you’re preparing a home for sale, managing a relative’s move to assisted living, or handling the details of a recently inherited property, we bring the experience and sensitivity to guide you through.

Our Estate Services Include:

Sorting & Organizing

We help you go through belongings, room by room—making decisions about what to keep, donate, sell, or discard—with a focus on honoring sentimental items and family heirlooms.

Meaningful Rehoming

Items in good condition are donated to local charities or offered for resale, ensuring they find a new life with someone who needs them. We’re committed to reducing landfill waste whenever possible.

Professional Packing & Removal

From fragile items to bulky furniture, our team handles your needs safely and efficiently. We coordinate shipping to family, donation pickups, junk haulers, and other services.

Property Preparation

Once the home is cleared, we can help coordinate light cleaning, repairs, and staging services to prepare the property for listing or closure.

Why Our Clients Choose Dawson Relocation

Why Families Trust Us To Handle Estate Cleanouts

We know how personal this work is. That’s why we approach every estate project with a steady hand, a kind heart, and an eye for detail. Our founder, Marnie Dawson, is a Certified Senior Move Manager and leader in national professional organizations. Our team is insured, experienced, and trained to provide calm, organized support in times of transition.

Serving Chicago and the surrounding suburbs since 2008.

● NASMM A+ Accredited

● NASMM Certified Senior Move Manager

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I had to clean out my parents’ house of 50 years and they were hands down the best thing that happened to me in that whole process. Empathic, efficient and thoughtful the whole way through. I cannot recommend them more.
GrEgory K.

Estate Services Frequently Asked Questions

An estate cleanout typically includes sorting and organizing belongings, coordinating donations & shipping of items to family members, facilitating the sale of valuable items, arranging for shredding and disposal, and preparing the home for sale or closing. We tailor each project based on your goals and the condition of the estate.

Not necessarily. We can work with you in-person or remotely, depending on your needs. Many clients live out of town or are managing multiple responsibilities—we’re here to take the burden off your plate. We’ll maintain clear communication and keep you updated every step of the way.

We take great care in ensuring items are rehomed thoughtfully. Depending on the item, we may coordinate donations to local charities, help facilitate sales, or arrange for recycling or disposal. We’re mindful of sentimental value and always work with your preferences in mind.

Every situation is unique. A typical estate cleanout can take anywhere from a few days to a few weeks, depending on the size of the home, the volume of belongings, and any special arrangements like appraisals or shipments. We’ll provide a clear timeline during our initial consultation.

While we’re not real estate agents, we often work closely with realtors and can prepare the home for listing by clearing clutter, arranging furniture, and overseeing cleaning services. We can also connect you with trusted professionals if needed.

Let’s Make This Easier Together

If you’re facing the responsibility of an estate clean-out and don’t know where to begin, we’re here to help. Contact us today for a free consultation and let us walk you through the next steps.

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