Downsizing & clear outs
We make estate sales and downsizing simple, organized, and personal
Because no two homes are the same.
How it works
Seven steps, in order
This is the same sequence every job runs through, whether it is one room or a whole house.
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Discovery meeting
We start by visiting your home to understand your goals, what items hold special meaning, and what you'd like to sell, donate, or pass on. This helps us tailor a plan that works for you.
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Sorting & organizing
Our team carefully sorts and organizes belongings, ensuring every item is handled respectfully. We focus on efficiency, attention to detail, and keeping the process stress-free for you and your family.
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Preparing the sale
We set up the sale with thoughtful displays, pricing, and presentation. Every item is showcased to attract the right buyers while preserving the character and story of your home.
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Advertising & promotion
We photograph items and share the sale across multiple channels — including our website, Facebook, Instagram, Kijiji, and our network of interested buyers — so your items reach the people who will value them most.
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Hosting the sale
We manage the estate sale on-site, answering questions, assisting buyers, and keeping everything running smoothly so you don't have to worry about a thing.
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Post-sale support
Once the sale is complete, we handle remaining items according to your wishes — whether donating, disposing, or passing them on — and ensure all funds are properly distributed.
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Transparent billing
All pricing is clear upfront, including staff rates, sale-day rates, commissions, and applicable taxes. No surprises, just honest service.
Pricing
Here is the whole rate card
Most companies in this trade will not put a number on a page. These are the rates, in full, before you call anybody.
In most cases our fee's are based on an hourly rate which is calculated based on your needs. For Estate Sales we will determine with you the set up, the sale days and clearing out of remaining items.
No surprises, just honest service.
Rates
- Two staff members
- $80 / hour
- Each additional staff member — for sorting, organizing, disposal, and sale setup
- $30 / hour
- A team of 4 staff during the sale
- $100 / hour
- Commission on items sold at the sale
- 10%
- HST, applied to all services
- 13%
Estate sales are typically held on Friday and Saturday.
What our past clients have to say
On the money, and on the time
From my first conversation with Karen, I was impressed. Karen was upfront, honest, and
straightforward regarding her services, the costs associated, what could be expected
throughout the process. She met me for a walk-through the house, to assess what she
would be up against, and was more than fair with her time as I discussed with the rest
of my family having Karen prepare for, run, and clean up after an estate sale at my
parents' home.
When the time came, Karen and her team not only beautifully prepped for the sale but
was able to deal with a difficult situation which arose with a couple of neighbors
with a calm professionalism, allowing our sale to move forward with much success.
Despite numerous unforeseen issues, Karen was able to control the situation, run the
sale and throughout, kept us up to date. When all was said and done, the house was
empty and ready for the cleaners.
We found the value we received from Karen's services to be exceptional, and highly
recommend Karen and her team at EstateSalesBarrie.
From my first conversation with Karen, I was impressed. Karen was upfront, honest, and straightforward regarding her services, the costs associated, what could be expected throughout the process. She met me for a walk-through the house, to assess what she would be up against, and was more than fair with her time as I discussed with the rest of my family having Karen prepare for, run, and clean up after an estate sale at my parents' home.
When the time came, Karen and her team not only beautifully prepped for the sale but was able to deal with a difficult situation which arose with a couple of neighbors with a calm professionalism, allowing our sale to move forward with much success. Despite numerous unforeseen issues, Karen was able to control the situation, run the sale and throughout, kept us up to date. When all was said and done, the house was empty and ready for the cleaners.
We found the value we received from Karen's services to be exceptional, and highly recommend Karen and her team at EstateSalesBarrie.
Thanks, Karen, for your meticulous attention to detail. Your organizational skills plus a competent team made my sale a success, took much of the stress out of my move and made downsizing manageable. It was a pleasure to work with your company. I will recommend your service to anyone I know who plans to move.
I was a client of Estate Sales Barrie in April of 2022. I met with Karen and Jen to
discuss my situation and needs, and was very impressed with their professionalism,
organization, and understanding. It's fair to say that my situation was extreme and
required a team that was not only able to remove an excessive amount of clutter and
garbage, but also to identify and organize items of value, both monetary and
sentimental, as well as items worthy of donation. The team at Estate Sales Barrie not
only rose to the challenge but exceeded my expectations. They worked very quickly and
efficiently, while also being very understanding of and compassionate to my
sensitivity through a difficult emotional process. I highly recommend their services
for any situation and am confident that any and all future clients will have a
similarly positive experience.
I was a client of Estate Sales Barrie in April of 2022. I met with Karen and Jen to discuss my situation and needs, and was very impressed with their professionalism, organization, and understanding. It's fair to say that my situation was extreme and required a team that was not only able to remove an excessive amount of clutter and garbage, but also to identify and organize items of value, both monetary and sentimental, as well as items worthy of donation. The team at Estate Sales Barrie not only rose to the challenge but exceeded my expectations. They worked very quickly and efficiently, while also being very understanding of and compassionate to my sensitivity through a difficult emotional process. I highly recommend their services for any situation and am confident that any and all future clients will have a similarly positive experience.
We had Karen, Jen and company help us with clearing out our back yard and sheds. They truly went above and beyond. We are most grateful for their hard work and knowledge, and will be asking for their help again with contents.
FAQ's
Questions we get asked
What happens to the items left over after an estate sale?
Items that are not purchased during the sale will be donated, taken to the landfill or metal recyclers. All sales are final.
Once the Estate Sale is complete, how will I be paid for sale items?
An invoice will be given to you summarizing the cost of our services and the total amount made at the Estate Sale. Once our costs are paid for you will be given the remaining funds. You will be given cash or Etransfer for any surplus funds.
What are your fees?
In most cases our fee's are based on an hourly rate which is calculated based on your needs. For Estate Sales we will determine with you the set up, the sale days and clearing out of remaining items.
Book a FREE consultation
Start with a walk through the house
Give our team a call when you or a loved one needs help during a time of transition.
What happens after you send this
- Karen calls you back to arrange a visit.
- She walks the house with you, takes notes and photos, and asks what matters to you.
- You get an estimate for the work. There is no charge for the visit and no obligation.
Prefer to talk? Call 647-221-2174 or email Karen@estatesalesbarrie.com.
That's with Karen.
She'll call you to arrange a visit to the house. If it's urgent, ring 647-221-2174 and speak to her directly.