Patriot Estate Sales & Liquidation
Providing full service Professional Estate Sales in the Roanoke, Salem, Vinton area. Let us help you with your Families Estate Sale Today!
Have An Estate Sale!
Patriot Estate Sales & Auctions is a trusted, family-owned company serving Roanoke, VA and the Roanoke Valley with professional estate sales, estate liquidation, Consignment Service, and property cleanouts. With 25+ years of experience, we help families, executors, and real-estate professionals maximize value on antiques, furniture, jewelry, coins, tools, art, and full household contents. Patriot Estate Sales also proudly supports local veterans. Ready to get started? Contact us
Estate Sale Service
Complete estate liquidation from start to finish — we handle pricing, staging, and crowd-drawing sales that clear entire homes fast.
We Buy Antiques/Collectibles
From vintage toys, collectibles to jewelry, and antiques — we buy entire collections and single high-value items for top dollar.
Property Clean-out
Fast, respectful, and efficient clean-outs junk removal for homes, estates, and properties — we clear everything so you don’t have to.
About Patriot Estate Sales
We Support Our Veterans & America!
Proudly serving Roanoke and our veterans, Patriot Estate Sales & Auctions brings 25+ years of experience helping families liquidate estates, collections, and historical treasures. We also give back—donating unsold items, contributing a portion of select estate proceeds, and supporting local veteran organizations to honor those who’ve served.
- Proudly Veteran-Supportive
- No FEES only a Percentage!
- Complete Estate Liquidation
- We Handle Everything A-Z
Sell Your Items With Patriot!
Patriot Estate Sales combines live events and online exposure to sell your items faster and for more money! From local estate sales to national online buyers, we get Results.
Sell Us Your Items
Downsizing or selling a collection? Patriot Estate Sales pays top dollar for vintage and collectible items!
Have An Estate Sale!
Maximize your estate’s value with Patriot Estate Sales—more buyers, more profits, and stress-free liquidation!
Consign Your Collection!
Consign, don’t just sell! Patriot Estate Sales turns your antiques and collectibles into higher profits.
We Create Successful Estate Sale Events!
Estate Sale Crowds Line-Up!
We bring a crowd to every sale—hundreds of ready buyers line up to shop and spend! Local shoppers love our sales and you will too!
Ready, Set, SHOP!
Estate Sale Goers are lined up and have their wallets ready to spend!
Ready To Shop!
Crowd waiting for one of our estate sales to open-up – Eager shoppers make great sales!
They Are Lined Up!
Another great example of an estate sale about to start. Early birds are waiting for 9AM!
No Window Shoppers!
These are not window shoppers, they are hungry for great Estate Sale finds in Roanoke VA! Have an Estate Sale – We brin the crowd.
Latest News and Articles
Proudly serving our community and those who served — stay up to date with Patriot Estate Sales and veteran support news. Check out our latest Estate Sale Adventures.
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Frequently Asked Questions?
Got questions? We’ve got answers! Check out some of our most common FAQs to learn more about how Patriot Estate Sales works and what to expect from your sale. If you don’t see your specific question answered here, don’t worry — we’re happy to help!
What do you charge for your estate sale services?
Our services are typically commission-based. We receive an agreed-upon percentage of the total sales proceeds. This means there are no upfront costs, and we’re fully motivated to get you the best prices possible. The average percentage is 30% but can be more or less.
How long does it take to set up an estate sale?
Most estate sales can be organized and staged within 7 to 10 days, depending on the size and contents of the property. However, we typically need access to the home at least two weeks before the sale to properly stage, price, and photograph items for promotion.
We also begin advertising your sale about two weeks in advance to ensure maximum visibility and attendance. This lead time allows us to reach our buyer network, local shoppers, and online estate sale followers — resulting in a stronger turnout and higher sales. Our team works efficiently while treating every item with care and respect.
What type of items sell at an estate sale?
We sell just about everything found in a home — furniture, antiques, jewelry, coins, tools, art, collectibles, vehicles, and much more. We also handle entire collections and historically significant items with targeted marketing to reach the right buyers.
One of our top recommendations to clients is this: don’t throw anything away before the sale! Estate sale shoppers buy just about everything — from fine antiques to everyday household items, tools, and even cleaning supplies. You’d be surprised what sells, and our goal is to help you turn as much as possible into cash.
What is the difference between an estate sale and an auction?
An estate sale is typically held inside the home and is conducted over one or more days. Each item is individually priced and sold directly to shoppers on a first-come, first-served basis. Estate sales allow buyers to browse freely, negotiate, and purchase items immediately — similar to a well-organized store setup.
An auction, on the other hand, involves competitive bidding, where items are sold to the highest bidder, either live or online. Auctions can be useful for rare, high-value, or specialized items, but estate sales usually produce more consistent overall results for entire households and collections.
At Patriot Estate Sales, we specialize in traditional estate sales, but we also partner with auctioneers when an auction format is the best fit for certain items or collections.
How do you track what sell at an Estate Sale?
At Patriot Estate Sales, we keep detailed records of everything sold during your event. Each item or category is logged through our point-of-sale tracking system or detailed manual sales tickets, depending on the setup.
Every transaction — from small household goods to high-value collectibles — is recorded to ensure complete transparency. After the sale, you’ll receive a summary settlement showing total sales, categories, commission breakdowns, and your final payout.
We take pride in running honest, accountable sales so our clients always know exactly what sold and for how much.
What happens to leftover items from the Estate Sale?
After the estate sale ends, we can help you arrange donations or coordinate a clean-out for any unsold items. Many local clean-out services and donation centers are happy to take leftover items at no charge, and we always try to find a service that does not add additional fees.
In some cases, when a free service isn’t available, there may be a small clean-out fee — which can often be covered directly from your sale proceeds. Our goal is to leave your property as empty and tidy as possible, saving you time and stress while ensuring usable items continue to help others in the community.
When do we payout the money from an Estate Sale?
We have a fast payout policy — our clients are typically paid within 2–3 business days after the sale concludes. We know how important it is to settle quickly, so we finalize the accounting, provide your detailed sales report, and issue payment as soon as totals are confirmed.
At Patriot Estate Sales, we pride ourselves on being one of the fastest-paying estate sale companies around — because we believe that getting you paid promptly is part of providing professional, trustworthy service.
Schedule Your Estate Sale Today!
Our Estate Sales can earn 50× more than yard sales and 3× more than auctions — because we know how to attract serious buyers and maximize value.
