Business Details
Expert House Clearance & Antique Valuation Services
With over three decades of expertise, our family-run business delivers tailored services in house clearances, removals, and antiques valuation. Our team regularly contributes to charity valuation days and provides expert speaking engagements. Michael Bowles, a familiar face on BBC Radio Essex and the cult series Flog It, shares his extensive knowledge in collectables. We prioritise environmentally responsible recycling and take pride in offering honest, efficient, and competitively priced services.Our reputation for reliability and specialist insight has grown steadily, supported by client testimonials praising our professionalism and value-driven approach. As demand for our services expands, we continue to uphold the principles of integrity and expertise that define our business.
Services
House Clearances
Removals
Antique Valuations
Auction Advice
Charity Valuation Days
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in antiques and collectables.
- Our team includes a BBC Flog It expert and regular radio contributor.
- We implement an environmentally friendly recycling policy.
- Family-run business with a focus on honest, competitive pricing.
- Proven track record with client testimonials highlighting efficiency and value.
What people say
Wonderful job
Efficient clearance
Relief to Mum
Excellent service
Competitive rates
Services
House Clearances
We offer fast, efficient full or part house clearance services, including garden, garage, and shed disposal. Competitive rates with OAP discounts. Our antiques expertise ensures valuable items are identified and fairly valued. Ideal for downsizing, bereavement, or relocation.
Removals
From single items to full domestic or commercial removals, we provide fully insured, stress-free relocation. Experienced staff handle local and long-distance moves, with expert packing for antiques and fragile collectables. Client testimonials highlight our reliability and friendly service.
Antique Valuations
Leveraging over 30 years of expertise, we offer accurate valuations for antiques and collectables. Services include auction advice, purchases from single items to complete collections, and insights into current market trends. Regular BBC expert involvement underscores our authority.
Charity Valuation Days
We host charity valuation days, sharing expertise to support local causes. Unsold items are donated to charities like Barnardos, aligning with our recycling policy. These events combine community engagement with practical collectables advice for the public.
Auction Advice
Our auction advice service provides tailored guidance on selling collectables through established channels like Reeman Dansie auction rooms. We offer insights into market trends, pricing strategies, and preparation techniques to maximise returns for clients.
People
Michael Bowles
Antiques Consultant & Valuer
With over 30 years in antiques, Michael is a BBC Flog It expert and regular BBC Radio Essex contributor. He founded Colchester Collectables and specialises in collectables valuation, auction advice, and charity events.
Oliver Bowles
House Clearance & Removals Manager
Oliver joined the family business to lead house clearance and removals services. He focuses on expanding these operations while maintaining the same standards of efficiency and customer care established by his father.
Questions
What areas do you cover for house clearances?
We operate across Colchester, Essex, and surrounding East Anglia regions for house clearance and removal services.
How are valuable items identified during a clearance?
Our antiques expertise ensures collectables are assessed and valued fairly, with fees adjusted accordingly during property clearances.
Do you offer charity donation options?
Yes, unsaleable items are donated to local charities like Barnardo’s instead of landfill, supporting community causes.
Are your removals services insured?
All removals are fully insured, with specialist packing available for antiques and fragile items to ensure safe transport.
Can you value antiques for auctions?
We provide auction advice, including market trend insights and valuation for single items or complete collections.
