Protect Estate Value with Structured Sale Preparation
If you are acting in a professional capacity and require transparent, court-ready sale preparation, we are happy to provide initial guidance without obligation.
When a property needs to be sold as part of a probate estate, the priority is usually clear: secure the asset, prepare it efficiently, and achieve the best possible sale outcome — with a transparent audit trail throughout.
Harrisons Property Solutions provides a complete probate sale preparation service designed for solicitors, executors and professional administrators. We combine practical property management with clear, defensible reporting so decisions are easy to justify and progress is straightforward to track.
What We Do
1) Initial Inspection & Sale Readiness Report
We start with a structured inspection to understand the property’s condition, identify risks, and set out what is required to prepare the property for sale.
Typically includes:
- Property condition summary with photographs
- Security and safety observations
- Immediate risks (vacant property exposure, leaks, damage, access issues)
- Recommendations prioritised for sale-readiness
- Next-step plan and timescales
2) Clearance, Cleaning & Property Presentation
We coordinate clearance, sensitive contents handling (where required), and cleaning to ensure the property is left in a presentable and market-ready condition.
Typically includes:
- House clearance and waste removal
- Sensitive or controlled handling (by instruction)
- Deep cleaning and basic presentation
- Garden clearance and external tidy-up
3) Compliance & Safety
Before marketing, it’s often necessary to ensure the property is safe, secure, and supported by appropriate documentation.
Typically includes:
- Gas safety certification (where applicable)
- Electrical inspection (EICR) coordination
- Locksmiths / lock changes and access control
- Security measures for vacant properties
- Coordination of EPC where required
4) Repairs, Maintenance & Refurbishment (Where Required)
Where value can be protected or improved, we can coordinate repairs or refurbishment works. We separate essential works from optional improvements so the executor or solicitor can make informed, defensible decisions.
Typically includes:
- Minor repairs and maintenance
- Decorating and flooring
- Kitchen / bathroom improvements (where appropriate)
- Multi-trade sale preparation works
- Clear schedule of works and costings
5) Completion & Works Verification Report
Once works are completed, we provide a structured completion report as proof of what was undertaken and to support estate records.
Typically includes:
- Summary of works completed
- Photographic completion evidence
- Contractor and certification overview
- Notes for file / audit trail
- Outstanding items and recommendations (if any)
Reporting Designed for Scrutiny
Probate sale preparation often involves multiple instructions and decisions. Our reporting is structured to provide a clear audit trail for estate records, internal review and professional oversight.
- Inspection reports with photographic evidence
- Prioritised recommendations and costings
- Quote comparisons where required
- Completion reporting bundles evidencing works delivered
Who We Support
We regularly support:
- Probate and private client solicitors
- Executors and estate administrators
- Professional deputy firms (where sale is required)
- Public bodies managing estates
Whether the requirement is a straightforward clearance and compliance package, or a full sale preparation programme, our approach remains consistent and transparent.
Our Approach
We manage the process end-to-end through a clear workflow:
Instruction → Inspection & Report → Preparation Plan → Works & Coordination → Completion Evidence
This ensures the property is protected, prepared, and ready for sale with minimal burden on the legal or administrative team.
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If you need structured probate sale preparation, including inspection reporting, clearance, compliance coordination and completion evidence, we can assist.
Contact us to discuss your matter and arrange an inspection.
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