Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted House Clearance & Probate Valuation Services
Allen Thwaites has been a trusted family-run business since 1918, specialising in house clearance and probate valuation services across Kent and South London. Our expertise extends to purchasing antiques, jewellery, and collectables, alongside managing the disposal of unwanted items with professionalism and care. We prioritise recycling and donating to charity, ensuring environmentally responsible solutions while offering transparent, competitive pricing.Our team provides free, no-obligation advice to guide clients through challenging times, such as estate clearances or downsizing. With decades of experience, we combine traditional values with modern practices to deliver reliable, client-focused services tailored to individual needs.
Services
House Clearance
Probate Valuation
Antiques Purchase
Jewellery Buying
Garden Ornament Salvage
Details
- Year established: 1918
Highlights and features
- Family business with over a century of experience in house clearance and valuations.
- Free, no-obligation advice tailored to sensitive and complex situations.
- Commitment to recycling and donating unwanted items to charity.
- Registered waste carriers ensuring responsible disposal of all materials.
- Direct support from experienced team members for every client.
What people say
Compassion and care
Prompt service
Amazing job
Efficient clearance
Fair valuations
Services
House Clearance
Allen Thwaites offers comprehensive house clearance services for estates, downsizing, or decluttering. We handle all aspects, from sorting valuable items to disposing of rubbish responsibly. Our team ensures a sensitive, efficient process, recycling where possible and donating to charity.
Probate Valuation
We provide accurate probate valuations for executors and solicitors, cataloguing and assessing property contents for inheritance purposes. Our competitive fees and prompt service ensure estates are valued efficiently, with options for partial or full clearance.
Antiques Purchase
Allen Thwaites buys quality antiques, including furniture, silverware, and collectables. We offer fair prices for single items or large lots, with a focus on scientific, optical, and retro items from the 1960s/70s.
Jewellery Buying
We purchase hallmarked scrap gold, silver, and costume jewellery, providing top prices for broken pieces, coins, and heirlooms. Our trusted service caters to individuals and antique dealers alike.
Garden Ornament Salvage
Allen Thwaites acquires old garden ornaments and architectural salvage, offering fair valuations for unique or historical items. This service supports recycling and preservation of heritage pieces.
Questions
What areas do you cover for house clearance services?
We operate in Bromley, Welling, Bexley, Orpington, Tunbridge Wells, and surrounding areas of Kent and South London.
Do you provide free valuations for probate purposes?
Yes, we offer free, no-obligation advice and competitive valuations for probate estates, with formal reports available within days.
Can you handle cluttered properties due to hoarding?
Yes, we specialise in clearing cluttered homes sensitively, sorting items for retention, sale, or responsible disposal.
What types of antiques do you buy?
We purchase antiques, silverware, glassware, scientific items, retro furniture, and collectables from the 1960s/70s.
Are you registered waste carriers?
Yes, we are registered waste carriers, ensuring all materials are disposed of at licensed recycling sites.
