Practical clearance guides
Straightforward help with planning a clear-out, choosing a disposal option and getting a useful quote.
How much does house clearance cost in Cornwall?
What affects a Cornwall house clearance quote: contents, weight, stairs, access and disposal. A practical checklist for getting a useful price from Empire.
Should I hire a skip or book a waste collection?
Compare a skip with a loaded waste collection for a Cornwall clear-out. Think about loading, parking, timing, materials and how your waste builds up.
How do I prepare for a waste collection?
Prepare for a clearance with useful photos, a keep-and-remove list, material details and safe access. Practical advice before your Empire collection.
How do I dispose of plasterboard in Cornwall?
Understand separate plasterboard disposal, household DIY recycling-centre options and private collection in Cornwall. Links to current council guidance.
How can I get a sofa, fridge or bulky item collected?
Compare private bulky-item collection and council options in Cornwall. What to tell Empire about sofas, appliances, stairs, doorways and collection access.
What should I do with garden waste in Cornwall?
Choose a disposal option for garden cuttings, old fencing, soil and rubble in Cornwall. Understand what to separate and how to request a collection.
What waste needs separate handling before collection?
Flag plasterboard, appliances, liquids and suspected asbestos before a collection. Find official guidance and check a waste carrier's registration.
Show us what needs doing.
A few photos, your postcode and the access details are a good place to start.