Resources | Downsize & Relocate

Address Change, Coupons and Returns 

USPS
Change of address online plus a host of service and product coupons!

Comcast Xfinity Returns
Simply drop off at any UPS store, obtain a return receipt and go!  No info required.  Yours is connected to the numbers on the tech and they will send you an email confirming return.  Easy peasy lemon squeezey!  OR, you can print out a pre-paid return slip and leave out for home pickup OR drop off at any Comcast store.

Appraisers, Buyers and Sellers

Foss Appraisals (Greater Seattle)
Full-service personal property appraisal company, including estate sale services in the greater Seattle area.

Mroczek Bros Seattle Auction House (Greater Seattle)
Professional estate liquidation services in the Greater Seattle area and Washington State.

MaxSold
Estate, Downsizing and Online Auction service in US and Canada.  Two week process from start to finish with 3 levels of service from Done for You to Done with You.

Sparklebarn (Seattle)
Vintage furniture and art gallery located in the Ballard, Seattle specializing in Scandinavian and Mid-Century Modern designs, along with select pieces from the Art Deco and Postmodern eras.  They offer pick up and pay cash up front.  Furnishings are restored on-site in their workshop.

Arundel Books (Seattle)
They buy books singly and in large collection. Individual books and small collections are typically bought over the counter at their retail store in Seattle. For larger collections buyers will frequently travel to view them on site.

Twice Sold Tales (Seattle)
4 live-in bookstore cats and a sprawling inventory of used, collectible and rare titles. Located in heart of the Capitol Hill neighborhood, a block from the Capitol Hill Link Light Rail station.

Karl Zwick
Independent buyer for records, clothing and the 80’s.  Contact via call or text:  206.856.0565

Zest Vintage
Buyer of fun, cool, colorful vintage clothing and accessories from the 1800’s to the 1980’s.  Must be in awesome condition and must be fabulous.

Consignment
Click here for a list of consignment shops for clothing and household goods: furniture, decor and more. 

Donate and Recycle

Bella’s Voice (Lynnwood)
Nonprofit focused on animal welfare aimed to improve the lives of all kinds of animals through donations, education and outreach programs.
> Accepted Items

Bridge Ministries – Medical equipment and supplies (Bellevue)
Dedicated to ending isolation among people with disabilities.  Equipment is sterilized and reconditioned for use again. 
> Accepted Items

Friends of the Library
Donate your books, including estate and special collections.  They sell and re-distributes donated books to further our work in supporting literacy in Seattle communities.

Furniture Repair Bank (Seattle)
Donate your furniture that needs refurbishing, bed frames and mattresses in perfect condition here.  Keep them out of landfill and in the cycle of use in the homes of refugees and low-income families.  Furniture Repair Bank also teaches furniture repair skills. 
> Accepted Items

Earth 911
More ideas, less waste.  Resources, tips and more.  Enter what you have that needs recycling to find local specialty recycling services.
> Search here

Habitat for Humanity
Constructs affordable homes, repairs homes for income-qualified homeowners and seniors, operates discount home improvement stores in Auburn, Southcenter, Bellevue, and Ellensburg, and mobilizes nearly 4,500 volunteers a year.
> Accepted Items (includes furniture and building supplies)

Humble Design
Charity furnishing homes of families transitioning from homelessness.
> Accepted Items

Interconnection – Tech recycle and reuse (e-waste) (Seattle)
Charitable computer recycling & reuse.  Providing access for all to technology.
> Accepted Items

Out of the Closet
Founded in 1990 to help raise funds and awareness for AIDS Healthcare Foundation. When you shop or donate at Out of the Closet, 96 cents of every dollar made goes to HIV prevention and treatment services.
> Accepted Items

Threadcycle 
Recycle your textiles through this program:  Used clothes, shoes, linens, and other textiles, including things missing their mates and damaged items as long as they’re not wet, mildewed, or contaminated.
> Find locations

Treasures in Heaven (North Bend)
Receiving gently used quality donations, to sell at the thrift store, and redistribute the proceeds to other nonprofits, such as to build wells with the nonprofit Planet Changer.
> Accepted Items (scroll to bottom of page)

Haulers and Pick Up / Delivery

Happy Hauler
Eco passionate, family-owned junk and charity hauling service with a smile.  They deliver charity items directly to those who have nothing.
> Accepted Items

Atlas Junk Removal
Eco-conscious junk and charity hauling with a dose of positive inspiration.  BIPOC owned.  Same day service available.
> Accepted Items

Cousins Dump N Run
Committed to making a positive impact in every aspect, blazing a trail with a woman-owned biz in a predominately male profession, caring for city, environment, and customers.
> Accepted Items

Uff Da Logistics
Located in Ballard, we specialize in furniture delivery all over the greater Seattle area. Furniture Pickup/Drop off, Storage unit moves, Blanket and Saran wrap, Consignment pickups, Donation and Dump.

Movers

First Due Movers – Domestic Only
Firefighter and locally-owned.  Top notch attention to detail and care.  Also provide delivery and on-demand services.

Hanson Bros /Allied Moving – Domestic & International
Long time Seattle movers with storage.  Stellar customer service and careful movers. Best of King 5 multiple consecutive years.  Also moves pianos and unique items.

 

Packing Supplies

Uhaul
Best prices.  Use the moving supplies calculator to figure out supplies needed.  Order online for pickup or have shipped to your home.  Return any unused product for refund.

Responsible Disposal and Hazardous Waste

A – Z list of Household Products
Disposal Options – King County
Disposal Options – Pierce County

If you are outside these areas, search for “hazardous waste disposal” in your area.

Shipping and Transport – Autos, motorcycles, trailers, sheds, etc.

A to Z Auto Shipping
Nationwide transport for cars, trucks, vans, and motorcycles.  Open and closed carriers. Competitive rates. Offers transport insurance at zero extra cost.

E-transport Solutions Inc.
Long time family-owned shipping for cars, trucks, boats, trailers, motorhomes and motorcycles.  Open and closed carriers.

Trev’s Towing and Transport
Lynwood-based auto and more transport.  Will travel long distance.  Transport also for boats, bikes, sheds, containers and more.  
425-742-8697
trevs.towing.transport@gmail.com

Shipping – Multiple Categories

Navis Pack and Ship
Seasoned packing and shipping professionals for safe and reliable transportation of fragile, large and valuable items:  Antiques, art, electronics, equipment, freight, furniture, medical equipment and technology.