We specialize in putting a deceased or transitioning person's home to rest. 

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Humans deserve to grieve in peace.​ 

After losing a Loved One, we are often called to complete the emotionally and physically trying task of putting our lost Loved One's home to rest. This undertaking presents an unwelcome strain on our family, career, and life commitments. After a loss, isn't it best to stay at home, surrounded by friends and family? 

Long World can help.

We specialize in completing the tasks associated with putting a Loved One’s home to rest so that you can grieve in the peace. 

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Regarding the home itself, Long World can

• secure the home 

• remove the refuse and clean 

• stage the property for real estate showings

• empty storage units 

• arrange and supervise household repairs

• beautify the yard and arrange ongoing maintenance 

 

Regarding belongings, Long World can 

• arrange private sales, consignment, or an estate sale 

• donate designated items such as canned goods, office supplies, clothes, and furniture. We specialize in donating directly to people in need

• compost expired food; shred documents; properly dispose of chemicals and paint; and recycle metal, paper, cardboard, glass, plastic, and obsolete electronics 

• handle sensitive belongings without judgement 

 

Regarding family tasks, Long World can

• set aside forgotten, potentially sentimental items for Client review

• organize, log, and photograph items that may have monetary value

• pack and transport almost anything, from a few select boxes of photos to a fully stocked moving truck

• establish a storage unit to house the Loved One's belongings 

• scan photos, slides, letters, and important documents

• digitize family movies and audio tapes

• care for pets and plants left behind

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Long World understands and navigates the challenges that come with working in gated communities or exclusive high-rise buildings. 

Owner Pamela Martin is present at every job and is available 24 hours a day by phone or text.

Please contact us for a complimentary project discussion or in-person review. 

   

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For homes within Chicago, Chicagoland, and SE Wisconsin:

The price to empty a 2,000 square foot home typically ranges from $5,000 - $15,000. We provide a complimentary, in-person review of the property and an exact price for a prospective job.​  

For homes outside our normal service area: 

 

For homes outside our normal service area: 

We offer a complimentary Zoom or FaceTime session to review the property and provide a price for emptying the home. Additionally, we charge for travel expenses, lodging costs, and truck rental. Clients receive 100% of the proceeds from their sold, consigned, or auctioned valuables, including those from gold and silver. All sales are authorized by our Clients.  

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For all projects, Clients receive 100% of the proceeds from their sold, consigned, or auctioned valuables, including those from gold and silver. All sales are authorized by our Clients.