Our Fee Structure

We pride ourselves on being honest and transparent with our clients. For this reason, we will always be upfront and agree our fees with you in advance. 

 

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Our Fees

 

Valuer Visit for a Probate Valuation & Written HMRC Report

1-2 bedroom properties £595

3-4 bedroom properties £795

5-6 bedroom properties £995

NB: If a valuation takes significantly longer than for that of a standard house, for example when dealing with a hoarder house, then additional hours will be charged at £150 per hour.

 

Valuation of single items 

£350 (should a site visit be needed)

£75 per item for a desktop valuation (where photographs have been provided / site visit is not needed) 

 

Please note that when items of significant value are consigned for sale with Dawsons, then the valuation fee may well be reduced or waived.

 

 

Desktop Car Valuations including HPI Check (from photographs and information provided by Valuer / Client):

Cars from 1980 onwards £125 per car

Cars from before 1980 £175 per car

Rare, historic, unusual vehicles and car collections POA (price on application)

 

We appreciate that estate funds are not always readily available. We can offset valuations fees and clearance costs against auction proceeds, where applicable.

For larger properties, country estates/farms, large personal collections, motor vehicles or commercial contents, please contact us directly to discuss your requirements.

 

Selling at Auction (No Sale, No Fee)

Entry fee per lot: £20

Seller’s commission: 17.5% 

Transport: TBA

 

Clearance

For items not suitable for sale, we can provide a full house clearance quote. Our clearance fees are based on the volume and weight of items in the property. Fees can be offset against auction proceeds if required, meaning no estate funds are needed up front.

 

All charges are subject to VAT at the prevailing rate. 

 

Insurance Valuations

Available upon request.

Why Choose Us?

Experience

Over £10m worth of valuables assessed each year.

Credibility

Members of The Society of Fine Art Auctioneers & Valuers and The Art Loss Register.

Integrity

Trusted by many of the UK’s top 500 law firms.

Transparency

No hidden costs, we agree our fees with you in advance.

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Our Areas of Expertise

  • Silver & Objects of Virtue
  • Paintings
  • Modern Art
  • Asian Art
  • Jewellery
  • Furniture
  • Watches
  • Decorative Arts
  • Wine, Whisky, Spirits & Cigars
  • Ceramics & Glass
  • Coins & Banknotes
  • Medals & Militaria
  • Stamps
  • Gold & Silver
  • Clocks
  • Prints
  • Classic & Modern Cars
  • Musical Instruments
  • Music & Film
  • Toys
  • Country Houses
  • Carpets & Textiles
  • Autographs