Comprehensive probate property services. Supporting you every step of the way

Probate is a legal process that gives someone, usually an executor or administrator, the authority to manage and distribute a deceased person’s estate. It confirms the legal right to deal with their property, finances, and possessions.

Whether there is a valid will or not, probate ensures that everything is handled correctly and in line with UK law. This includes:

• Identifying and valuing all assets
• Paying outstanding debts and any inheritance tax due
• Distributing the remaining estate to the rightful beneficiaries

If the person left a will, the executor applies for a grant of probate. If there’s no will, a close relative must apply for letters of administration.

Once granted, this legal document allows the executor or administrator to move forward, collecting assets, settling liabilities, and ensuring everything is passed on in accordance with the will or the rules of intestacy.

At Integra-Estates, we help you understand each step of the probate estate process and ensure you're never left to face it alone.

Being named as an executor is a mark of trust and respect, it means your loved one believed you were the right person to manage their affairs. But with this comes a number of legal responsibilities that can feel overwhelming, especially during a time of grief.

In the UK, the key duties of an executor during probate include:

• Identifying and valuing all assets and liabilities of the estate
• Paying outstanding debts, funeral expenses, and any inheritance tax owed
• Distributing the estate to beneficiaries according to the will—or according to intestacy laws, if there is no will
• Maintaining and overseeing any property within the estate until it can be sold or transferred

Executors are legally entitled to seek help from professionals such as probate solicitors and estate agents. In fact, many do because working with experienced experts helps ensure the estate is managed properly, efficiently, and in full compliance with HMRC and legal standards.

At Integra-Estates, we work alongside executors with care, transparency, and compassion—lightening the load while ensuring no detail is missed.

The probate process can be legally complex, emotionally draining, and time-sensitive. Having the right probate solicitor by your side makes all the difference, not just for handling the legal paperwork, but for ensuring the entire process is managed with empathy, professionalism, and care.

At Integra-Estates, we believe in doing things the right way. We do not accept referral fees from solicitors. When we recommend a legal professional, it’s based solely on merit, experience, and the quality of care they provide.

Over the years, we've developed trusted relationships with some of the UK’s leading probate solicitors, including top 50 law firms and respected local experts. Whether you need the broad resources of a national practice or the personalised service of a local firm, we carefully connect you with professionals who can guide you through the process effectively and compassionately.

Every estate is different, but the need for a knowledgeable, trustworthy solicitor remains constant. The right legal expert will help you:

• Navigate the probate process with clarity and confidence
• Avoid unnecessary delays or legal errors
• Handle sensitive matters, such as inheritance disputes or tax issues, with discretion and care

At Integra-Estates, we’re here to support you at every stage—with genuine advice, honest guidance, and a commitment to doing what’s right for you and your family. Because during difficult times, you deserve nothing less than people who truly care.

Free probate property valuations. Accurate, compliant, and honest

Obtaining a probate property valuation is not just a box-ticking exercise, it’s a legal requirement that carries significant financial implications. An inaccurate valuation can lead to serious issues with inheritance tax, capital gains tax, and even delays in the probate process.

At Integra-Estates, we offer free probate valuations that are:

• Accurate and fully compliant with HMRC probate requirements
• Based on current market conditions at the date of the deceased’s passing
• Supported with comparable evidence and detailed justification

Unlike some estate agents who might inflate valuations to satisfy beneficiaries or win instructions, we take a responsible and transparent approach. Our goal is to protect the estate’s integrity and not to make false promises.

Executors have a legal obligation to provide HMRC with a true market valuation of the deceased’s assets, including any property. Working with a specialist probate estate agent like Integra-Estates ensures this crucial step is handled correctly, with the full backing of our local market knowledge and experience.

Free probate property inspections. Protecting the property and your peace of mind

Unoccupied probate properties can quickly become vulnerable to issues like vandalism, burglary, damp, and general deterioration. What’s more, most insurance providers require regular inspections of vacant homes, often weekly or fortnightly to maintain valid cover.

At Integra-Estates, we provide completely free property inspections for probate properties, giving executors and families vital peace of mind during what can be a stressful and uncertain time.

Our inspections include:

• Time-stamped, GPS-verified photos of every visit (including longitude and latitude)
• Detailed written reports sent via email to the executor, solicitor, or designated family member
• Security and maintenance checks to ensure the home remains safe and in good condition

These inspections are not just a courtesy, they’re often a requirement for probate property insurance compliance. With many executors living far away or managing multiple responsibilities, our local presence ensures the property is being properly looked after without placing extra burden on the family.

Our aim is to treat every probate property with the same care and diligence we would offer our own family. This service is just one way we go the extra mile to support you with trust, transparency, and professionalism.

Preparing and selling probate property, with care and confidence

When it’s time to sell a probate property, the process can feel emotionally overwhelming and logistically complex. At Integra-Estates, we understand how sensitive this time can be. That’s why we handle every aspect of the sale with compassion, professionalism, and a focus on achieving the very best outcome for the estate and its beneficiaries.

We manage the full sales journey ensuring your loved one’s home is presented with dignity while maximising its value through exceptional marketing and support.

Here’s how we help:

Preparing and selling probate property, with care and confidence

An empty property can quickly show signs of neglect, which may attract unwanted attention or lead to avoidable damage. That’s why, during our routine probate property inspections, we don’t just report issues, we can, where required, take action.

Our minor maintenance services are designed to ensure vacant probate properties remain secure, well maintained, and presentable, giving families peace of mind and helping preserve the value of the estate.

As part of this service, we can, but not limited to:

• Change locks or secure access points to prevent unauthorised entry
• Cut grass, clear pathways, and tidy the exterior to create the impression the property is occupied
• Install timer-controlled lighting to enhance security and deter intruders
• Turn off the mains water to prevent leaks or flooding
• Set heating to a low level in colder months to reduce the risk of damp, mould, or burst pipes

If additional repairs or security improvements are required, we:

• Provide a clear and detailed quote
• Oversee the work using trusted local contractors
• Supply before and after photographs for the executor’s records

Best of all, these essential preventative services are carried out free of charge (excluding contractor costs). At Integra-Estates, we treat every probate property as if it belonged to someone we truly care about, because in many ways, it does.

Ethical house clearance. Thoughtful, respectful, and giving back

Clearing a loved one’s home can be one of the most emotional steps in the probate journey. It’s not just furniture and personal items, it’s memories, sentiment, and a life once lived. At Integra-Estates, we understand the weight of this task, which is why we’ve partnered with an ethical house clearance company that treats every property and its contents with dignity and compassion.

Our probate house clearance service ensures that useful items are redirected in a way that benefits others avoiding landfill wherever possible. The focus on rehoming items where they can make a meaningful difference:

• Clothing and furniture are donated to local charity shops
• Unopened, in-date tinned food is delivered to community food banks
• Reusable household goods are assessed for donation or repurposing

This approach not only reduces waste but allows your loved one’s belongings to continue serving a purpose, providing support to families and charities in need.

By choosing Integra-Estates, you’re not just arranging a house clearance—you’re making a conscious, compassionate choice that gives back to the community while handling personal possessions with the utmost care.

If you're navigating the probate process and need trusted, compassionate support with property matters, we're here to help. Whether you require an HMRC-compliant valuation, advice on maintaining a vacant property, or help with preparing a home for sale, Integra-Estates offers expert guidance tailored to your situation.

We understand that this can be an overwhelming time, which is why we offer a calm, respectful approach combining professional knowledge with genuine care.

Call us today for a confidential conversation, or email our team to find out how we can support you with probate property services across London, Kent and beyond.

At Integra-Estates, you're never just another client—you're someone we’re here to support, every step of the way.