Start with the right scope.
Removal, dismantling, clearance and appropriate disposal. New fixtures and replacement work have their own HAUSE destinations. Agree the keep-list before anything leaves the home.
What the project brief should cover
For basement contents removal, describe the existing condition, the intended outcome and anything that limits access or timing. Include clear photographs and product details when discussing the job with a provider. Do not submit entry codes, payment details or sensitive records in the form.
- Item inventory. Record what is known and mark anything that needs an on-site check.
- Ownership approval. Record what is known and mark anything that needs an on-site check.
- Stairs and access. Record what is known and mark anything that needs an on-site check.
- Donation preferences. Record what is known and mark anything that needs an on-site check.
What to confirm before agreeing
Keep sentimental items, identity records, keys and valuables separate before collection.
Ask for a written scope that identifies preparation, protection, connected trades, disposal, finishing and the agreed completion checks. Confirm the responsible provider’s qualifications, insurance and any local requirements for this work. Ask how concealed conditions and changes are approved before additional charges arise.
Budget and timing
Location, access, existing conditions, product choices and the work included affect the quotation. This page describes a type of request; it does not promise a price, local availability, an appointment or a verified provider match. Confirm any assessment fee and commercial terms directly.
Leave the next stage clear.
Agree whether the space is left cleared, swept, stripped or repaired. The next trade needs a documented handoff.