Reliable House Clearance & Man with a Van Services in Exeter (EX)
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House clearance and man with a van across Exeter and the EX postcode area
The EX postcode area covers Exeter and most of Devon outside Plymouth and Torbay. Alongside the city it includes the east Devon coast at Exmouth, Budleigh Salterton, Sidmouth and Seaton, the market towns of Honiton, Cullompton, Crediton and Tiverton, Okehampton on the edge of Dartmoor, and North Devon from Barnstaple and Bideford to Ilfracombe and Bude. It is a big area with a lot of rural driving, so a provider who works your part of it is important.
Move & Clear matches your job with up to three providers who cover your part of EX. You describe the job once and each provider replies with their own price and availability. You can compare quotes side by side, with no cost to you and no obligation to accept.
Below is how the main services work across Exeter and the surrounding towns, from house and probate clearance to lofts, garages and gardens.
House clearance and property clearance in Exeter
Exeter has Georgian and Victorian terraces around Southernhay, St Leonards, St Davids and Heavitree, often with tall stairs, basements and tight halls, as well as post-war suburbs in Pinhoe, Whipton and Pennsylvania with garages and larger gardens. Topsham, on the Exe estuary, has narrow historic streets and quayside houses. Further out, Devon cottages, thatched homes and farmhouses sit at the end of narrow lanes, and coastal towns such as Exmouth, Sidmouth and Budleigh Salterton have many bungalows and retirement flats.
Devon lanes are famously narrow, with high banks and hedges, and a large van or Luton may not be able to turn or pass. Providers may need a smaller vehicle or a longer carry, so describe the route when you ask for quotes. In Exeter and Topsham, parking is limited and resident permit zones are common. On the coast, summer traffic slows everything, so spring or autumn dates can be easier.
Property clearance is in steady demand from landlords, letting agents and housing associations, particularly around the University of Exeter, where student tenancies end in summer. Holiday lets and second homes also need clearing at the end of the season. If you are clearing a tenant's belongings, take advice on the legal process first.
Man with a van in Exeter
A man with a van in Exeter suits flat and house moves, student runs, marketplace collections, deliveries to shops and trips to the tip. Hourly rates are common for short jobs, while a fixed price works for a clear scope. The M5, A30, A38 and A361 make longer runs to Plymouth, Bristol, Taunton and North Devon straightforward, although the single-carriageway sections can be slow.
The Exe Bridges, the A379 into Topsham and the M5 junctions are busiest at rush hour, so ask the driver whether they can work outside peak times. Hillside terraces and flats without lifts may need a second person, so mention them when you ask for quotes.
If you plan to take waste to a recycling centre yourself, check the Devon County Council rules on vans, trailers and proof of address first, because the sites set their own limits. A registered waste carrier can usually take the load to the right site for you.
Probate and estate clearance in Exeter
Many Devon families have lived in the same property for generations, so a clearance after a death can mean sorting a lifetime of belongings. A good probate team will agree an itemised inventory with you, set aside papers, jewellery, cash and keepsakes, and photograph the contents before anything leaves.
Exeter, Topsham and the Devon market towns have a lively antiques and auction trade, and older houses can hold furniture, clocks, paintings, books and silver worth more than the cost of clearance. Ask whether the team will set aside anything of value for a valuer or a local auction house. If you live far away, a team can send photographs and keep you updated.
Work out who has the authority to clear the property before you ask for quotes. If there is a will, the executors it names make the decisions, and with several people involved it is wise to agree in writing what is being cleared and when. Check your buildings insurance, because cover on an unoccupied home is often restricted after a month or two, and ask the council whether a council tax exemption applies after a death. This is general information and not legal advice, so speak to a solicitor if the estate is complicated.
Loft clearance in Exeter
Lofts in Exeter's Georgian and Victorian townhouses can be tall and awkward, reached by steep or narrow stairs, while Devon cottages often have low, uneven roof spaces under thatch or slate. Thatched roofs need particular care, and teams will ask about access, boarding and lighting before they quote.
Stay on the boards and never step between bare joists. Tell the team about any lagging, textured coatings or corrugated sheets that could contain asbestos, because a careful crew will pause and take advice instead of disturbing them.
Garage clearance in Exeter
Garages are common in the Exeter suburbs and the Devon market towns, and many hold old furniture, bikes, garden tools, boating and surfing gear and tins of paint. Solvents, oil, gas bottles, batteries and aerosols must be handled as special waste, so list them when you request quotes.
Tyres and fluorescent tubes need proper disposal. Many older garages and farm buildings have cement sheet roofs that may contain asbestos and should not be broken up. If the garage is down a long lane or on a private track, describe the route.
Garden clearance in Exeter
Gardens in EX range from small walled yards in Exeter to large cottage gardens in east Devon and rough plots on the North Devon coast. Garden clearance covers overgrown borders, hedges, brambles, fallen branches, sheds, fencing, greenhouses and green waste, as well as rubbish left behind by tenants.
Devon hedges and banks are often substantial, and steep gardens mean more carrying and a higher price. Trees in conservation areas, including much of Topsham, Sidmouth and central Exeter, may be protected, so check with the council before cutting. Green waste is normally composted, soil and rubble are charged differently, and Japanese knotweed is controlled waste for a specialist.
What clearance costs in Exeter
Illustrative price guide for the EX area (placeholder figures, to be replaced with real quote data). Actual quotes vary, so comparing up to 3 is the best way to see the real cost.
Exeter prices run slightly above the regional average. Narrow Devon lanes and long distances to North Devon and the coast can add to the cost.
House clearance
| A few items / single room | £120 to £270 |
|---|---|
| 2-3 rooms | £340 to £745 |
| Whole house (3-4 bed) | £880 to £2025 |
| Garage, loft or shed | £205 to £610 |
Man with a van
| Single item (small van) | £40 to £95 |
|---|---|
| Hourly rate, van + driver | £45 to £75 per hour |
| Hourly rate, van + 2 people | £75 to £115 per hour |
| Small flat move (Luton van) | £160 to £380 |
What affects the price?
- Volume of items and the van or lorry size needed
- Access: stairs, lift availability, parking and distance to the vehicle
- Type of waste: hazardous or specialist items (e.g. asbestos, chemicals) cost more to dispose of
- Urgency: same-day and weekend jobs are often priced higher
- Loading help: crews that do the carrying charge for the extra labour
- Items with resale value, which can sometimes reduce a clearance quote
Our transparency promise: quotes are free and come direct from the providers. We don't add fees to your price, and you're never obliged to accept.
Areas covered in Exeter (EX)
Providers set their own patches, so coverage varies a little from street to street. Towns and districts our providers commonly work in include:
- Exeter city centre
- St Leonards
- Heavitree
- Pennsylvania
- Topsham
- Pinhoe
- Exmouth
- Budleigh Salterton
- Sidmouth
- Honiton
- Cullompton
- Crediton
- Tiverton
- Okehampton
- Barnstaple
- Bideford
- Ilfracombe
- Holsworthy
- Bude
FAQs: clearances and moves in Exeter
How much does house clearance cost in Exeter?
Exeter house clearance prices usually run from around £120 to £270 for a single room to £880 to £2025 for a three or four bedroom home. Access, the amount of waste and the number of floors all affect the price, so comparing up to three quotes helps.
Do clearance companies cover Exmouth, Tiverton and North Devon as well as Exeter?
Many providers cover a wide part of EX, but each sets their own patch. Enter your full postcode on the form and we match you only with providers who work your area.
Can a large van reach my home down a narrow Devon lane?
Not always. Tell providers about the lane, the gateway and any turning space, and they can send a smaller vehicle or plan extra trips.
Can you clear a holiday let or second home in Devon?
Many providers do. Tell them how quickly you need the property ready, and ask whether they can work around changeover days.
Can a team clear a thatched or listed home?
Yes, but tell providers about the age of the property, the access and any restrictions when you ask for quotes. Careful handling and floor protection can add a little time.
What happens to the items taken away?
Reputable teams sort for reuse first, then recycling, and dispose of the rest at licensed sites. Ask for a receipt or waste transfer note so you have a record of where the waste went.