Why Clear Your Attic?
A cluttered attic can cause several problems:
- Lost space: You can no longer store anything useful
- Fire risk: Accumulation of flammable materials
- Pests: Boxes attract mice and insects
- Damp: Items deteriorate over time
- Overload: Risk to floor structure
The 5 Steps to Clear an Attic
1
Prepare yourself
- Wear appropriate clothing (dust!)
- Prepare mask, gloves, torch
- Open up to ventilate if possible
- Prepare bin bags and boxes
2
Bring everything down
Remove all items from the attic to sort them in the light. It's easier to assess what you have when everything is visible.
3
Sort into 4 categories
Keep
Sell
Donate
Throw away
4
Check for valuable items
Before throwing anything away, look carefully! Attics often hide treasures:
- Old toys (Dinky Toys, Marklin trains...)
- Antique books and first edition comics
- Vinyl records and 45s
- Vintage cameras
- Old tools and enamel advertising signs
5
Clear out
- To sell: Contact an antique dealer or list online
- To donate: Call a charity for collection
- To throw away: Head to the recycling centre
What You Often Find in Attics
Unopened boxes
Baby/children's equipment
Out-of-fashion clothes
Books and magazines
Old furniture
Suitcases and trunks
Sports equipment
Christmas decorations
Using a Professional
If you're short on time, if access is difficult (ladder, narrow hatch) or if the volume is large, a professional attic clearance service can:
Clear everything in a few hours
Buy back valuable items
Handle sorting and recycling
Clean the attic afterwards
Indicative price
Expect between 150 and 350 euros for a standard attic. The price can be reduced if valuable items are present.
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