COMPLETE VALET SERVICE

What is the Complete Valet Service?

Our approach offers a compassionate, full‑service solution for downsizing or managing a loved one’s estate. Designed to support Executors, Trustees and Estate Attorneys, our all‑inclusive service simplifies every step so you can focus on your family and next priorities. With more than 20 years of estate‑sale and auction experience paired with professional real‑estate services, we deliver thoughtful guidance, meticulous execution, and reliable results. When you choose Estate Valet, you gain a single trusted partner to handle the estate sale/auction, cleanout, and professional real estate listing—giving you confidence, clarity, and peace of mind during a difficult time.

Following our consultation, our process is broken into a Five Phase plan to accomplish our goals. The entire process can be completed and the home on the market in as little as TWO WEEKS!

Phase 01 — Timeline & Project Setup

We develop a clear timeline and schedule every step so you always know the status.

Tasks planned at this stage:

Organizing Contents & Auction Setup
Auction Upload (Start & End Dates)
Auction Pick‑Up Scheduled (3-6 Hour Window)
Post-Auction Clean‑Out
Professional Home Cleaning & Home Improvements (if needed...)
Professional Real Estate Photography
MLS Real Estate Listing Date & Open House Schedule

Phase 02 — Online Auction / Estate Sale

We organize and sort the contents of the household into groupings that we call "lots", photograph and describe each item or grouping, and upload photos and descriptions to the Auction Ohio platform. Our auctions run 4–6 days online allowing enough time to accumulate bids. After the bidding closes, a scheduled pick‑up window lets winning bidders collect their items.

Phase 03 — Clean Out

Our clean‑out crew and dumpster arrive to remove any remaining items and trash respectfully.

Phase 04 — Deep Cleaning & Repairs

We arrange deep cleaning and minor home improvements (as needed) to prepare the property for the market. Some of the typical "repairs" we can schedule for you include lawn care, landscaping (Mulching & Clean Up), painting, carpet stretching or replacement, and more. Once the home has been prepped for the market we will schedule and have Professional real estate photos completed.

Phase 05 — Professional Real Estate Listing

Once all other phases have been completed, Tyler Fickel with AO Real Estate (click here for bio), will run up to date, recent home sale comps, and develop a more precise price and approach to create a polished MLS listing.

Proven Results & Benefits of our process is a single point of contact, fewer delays, coordinated teams, and a faster, higher-value sale. Contact us today to start your timeline.

Estate Valet versus Other Companies

When it comes to selling your items through an online auction choosing the right company makes all the difference. At Estate Valet, we stand out from the competition with our unmatched expertise, reliability, and results-driven approach. Here's why clients have put their trust in us over others:

State Licensed Auctioneer: Tyler Fickel, our owner and Licensed Auctioneer. This means we are held to a higher standard than other "auction companies" and you are working directly with an auctioneer that has been through comprehensive training through the Ohio Auction School.
Bonded, and Insured: As a fully licensed auctioneer, Estate Valet is bonded and insured to protect you at every step. This ensures compliance with all regulations, safeguards your assets, and provides peace of mind—something not all companies can guarantee.
Extensive Knowledge of All Types Items: From high-end antiques and prized collections to everyday household goods like furniture and kitchen items, our team has deep expertise across the spectrum. We accurately group items and market correctly, maximizing your returns on items big and small.
Nearly 20 Years of Experience: With almost two decades in the industry, we've honed our skills through hundreds of successful auctions and estate sales. Our longevity means proven strategies that deliver consistent results, even in challenging markets.
High-End Photography: We invest in professional, high-quality photography supplies that showcase your items in the best light. This attracts more bidders and higher bids, setting us apart from competitors who use subpar images. (The better the pictures, the better the prices.) It is also having the knowledge of knowing "what" bidders "want" to see in the photos.
Proven Process: Our streamlined, end-to-end process; from our initial consultation to the end of the auction we have created a process that has proven effective and efficient. Backed by over 220,000 local bidders, we consistently achieve 20–50% higher returns than many other auction companies.

Don't settle for less. Call us today for a seamless, profitable online auction experience. Our clients have told us that they have noticed the difference from the initial conultation.