Customer Feedback
Aug 11, 2021
You won't find anyone better than VCS Estate Services and likely not nearly as good. I am the personal representative of an estate but live several thousand miles away. I had no experience with the responsibility of overseeing an estate sale and was a bit nervous about all aspects of the project. The sale was recently concluded, and I was not only relieved but impressed beyond words with the thoroughness and professionalism of VCS Estate Services owners Jerril and Tamera Knowlden and their staff. Every step of the way from valuation of the contents, to setup, to security and respect of the premises, to donation of unsold items, to clean up of the property, and finally to a thorough and detailed documentation of the entire process was done to the highest standards. I cannot think of anything I wish they had done differently. You won’t find anyone better than VCS Estate Services and likely not nearly as good.
Brent Herrig, SLC UT
Aug 11, 2021
Thanks for always being so fun to work with. I always feel like the treasures I find are marked fairly.
Llana Anderson, SLC UT
Aug 11, 2021
When we met Jerril we knew he had an eye for detail. As we toured him around The Old Meeting House Reception Center he could name the years, dates and styles of furniture and fixtures we needed to sell. He is is a great organizer and categorizes all his displays. He stays positive and communicates well with you throughout the process. He makes himself available for pickups or takedowns for customers. Once the OMH was done, we trusted him with our Family Home, Same positive experience. Honest, hardworking and reliable!! Don’t hesitate to use this company. You will have no regrets, and feel you are in good hands with a Estate Seller, and team that know what they are doing.
J. Chamber, SLC UT
Aug 20, 2018
What a great compassionate company, they understood my desire to create a legacy archive for the owner and bent over backward to make it happen. I can’t tell you how much it means to all of us who know her and have worked with her for years. Again, THANK YOU!
Judy J., Salt Lake City UT
Aug 20, 2018
Hiring VCS Estate Services was one of the best decisions we made after the death of our mother! Tamera was quick to answer our inquiry and set up a time for Jerril to come out to the house. They explained the process of how the estate sale would be run, the set up, clean up and the costs. They were very professional in all aspects the of sale. Our mother did not throw anything away and there was a ton of items. We had them do the clean up afterwards and we were in awe! They did everything we wanted done and more! We can”t thank them enough! Their professionalism, integrity and honesty was over the top! We recommend them highly! Don’t waste your time with any other company. These people are the best! Thank you again Tamera, Jerril and crew!
Dave & Theresa P.
Dave & Theresa P., Millcreek UT
Mar 15, 2018
High praise for VCS Estate Services!
Jerril, Tamara and team members provide an outstanding service. I am much more than simply ‘satisfied’ with their efforts. I am very pleased. If you find yourself in need of estate services, I strongly recommend them. Taking pride in their service, they understand the market, are professional, skilled, and work with efficiency to ensure you are taken care of.
No worries about how it all comes together-. They go out of their way to ensure you understand the process, help set credible expectations, and then execute a realistic plan with precision. No surprises between our first meeting and final walk through. Nice.
3/2018
Dan T., SOUTH OGDEN UT
Jan 2, 2018
Thank you for conducting my Estate Sale. Everything was done in a professional manner. The setup and cleanup was done very fast and efficiently. I am very satisfied with the end results. Thank you again. I will recommend you services to all my friends and family.
Kathy D., Sandy UT
Jan 2, 2018
Jerril & Tamera,
I wanted to thank you for your great service & kindness to me, thank you again for all the work you have done and I will pass along the great work you do!
Patty D., Salt Lake City UT
Jan 2, 2018
Dear Jerril, I would like to thank you and your staff for such a excellent service provided in liquidation my mom's home. You were very accommodating and patient with us. We will highly recommend you to our friends and family and hopefully it will be a larger estate and more profit for you. Again thanks for your professionalism and excellent service.
Deannea R., Murray UT
Jan 2, 2018
Quality, Customer Service! You are always willing to make a deal work for the customer. Always look forward to your estate sales.
Bob & Karen W., Salt Lake City UT
Jan 2, 2018
Amazing service!! Personable staff. The owners even made time arrangements to help us with an extremely large item that needed to be moved! We love this Estate Sale company!!!!
Connie B., Salt Lake City UT
Jan 13, 2017
You made a very complex...and somewhat emotional transition about as painless and profitable as anyone could have.
Dear Jerril & Tamera,
You made a very complex...and somewhat emotional transition for us in selling our home of 30 years and all the items in it, about as painless and profitable as anyone could have. Having an estate sale the first week in December appeared to us to be a very difficult task, however, your systems approach to obtaining the best prices and then logging in 7 pages of detail in your report to us was and is very impressive. When we signed the contract, your company and our interests were on the same side of the table-sell at the best price, sell everything possible and if anything was left, help others by donating those items to charity. We would highly recommend (and we have) VCS Estate Services to any of our friends and family. Have a great 2017 and beyond!!!
Jack Andrews, Salt Lake City UT
Aug 3, 2016
Jerril, Tamera and staff--- I just wanted to say THANK YOU so much for making a daunting task for me cleaning out my parents home, so much less stressful. I could never have accomplished this on my own and you all went above and beyond. If I'm ever faced with this again, you will be my first call and I will recommend you to everyone I know. Thanks for being so easy, professional and kind to work with. I appreciate you all very much!
Brenda Gibb, Murray UT
Jun 20, 2016
VCS did a great job. My father was an "extreme collector" and had a 5000 Sq foot house full to the point that there were not even paths to some portions of the house. He passed away and left me with the mess. The VCS team was very timely and worked with me to clear all of it out and even helped me sell the house. They made an overwhelming task very manageable. Thank you.
James, Ogden UT
Mar 28, 2016
JERRIL AND HIS TEAM ARE ALMOST TOO GOOD TO BE REAL. HE DOES EVERYTHING HE SAYS HE WILL AND MORE. THEY ARE FAWESOME!
I had to find someone to liquidate my Aunts estate. I was out of state at the time so I looked online and VCS was one of the listings that showed up on Google. I called several and met with several companies at my Aunts house. Her estate was an acre lot with a barn full of STUFF and other outbuildings. Jerril didn’t seem to be phased about any of it.
I went with VCS Estate services for several reasons.
-They responded to my calls in a timely fashion.
-VCS is licensed and insured.
-Jerril wasn’t deterred about the details of the estate or the time frame I had to meet.
Jerril kept me apprised of what was going on and had a lockbox on the front door so that access was controlled as they went through the set-up process. VCS had to go through several rooms of storage boxes to get everything out to display. There was quite a bit of cash that was returned to me that had been found in several boxes. I would have never know it was there if not for the honesty of his crew.
On the Monday of the sale week, I received a call from my Realtor and was told the new owners wanted to close THAT FRIDAY!!!. Jerril didn’t miss a beat and said they would help get the property cleared out if needed. I needed! Jerril was able to coordinate several volunteer groups to come pick up any items not sold and them went the extra mile and got the property in broom clean condition by Monday afternoon less than 24 hours after the sale ended. His entire crew pitched in. I couldn't have done it without them.
Call Jerril with VCS Estate Services. They are professional and go above and beyond the scope of work they are contracted for.
Charlie Ferrell, Sandy UT
Mar 28, 2016
VCS is outstanding. In summary, our sale proceeds exceeded their estimate and even more importantly, they were sensitive and accommodating to our unique situation. Unfortunately, prior to engaging VCS, our mother’s finished basement was evacuated due to a minor flood, which resulted in the entire contents being randomly boxed up and moved to a garage, making it nearly impossible to conduct an estate sale.
Unlike other estate sale companies with rigid processes and lack of responsiveness; VCS was responsive, flexible, sensitive and creative by offering a “clean-up service” to help restoring access and visibility of home contents, allowing family to efficiently removal personal items (photos, confidential records, keepsakes, etc.). Without this service, our only option would have been to have everything hauled off without an estate sale, costing the family cash, lost memories, and fear of private and confidential information falling into the wrong hands. Not only did VCS’s service solve and preempt these potential problems, we ended up cash positive.
The VCS team is truly amazing. Their skills in being able to process and sort contents, merchandise for a sale, price it right and draw an audience is beyond my highest expectations. Go by one of their sales and see for yourself! Furthermore, they are the nicest and trustworthy people you will ever meet – very important when moving you mom out of your childhood home because mom can’t live there anymore.
Randy F., Millcreek UT
Sep 15, 2015
What started out as an overwhelming and dreaded task turned into relief and excitement as we could finally see that it would get done thanks to Jerril, Tamera and the staff at VCS Estate Liquidation Services.
Trying to clean out a 6,000 square foot house of 30+ years of accumulated possessions belonging to my parents and brother was daunting, and with the limited amount of time we had to spend, it would have taken us months to accomplish what Jerril and his team did in less than a week! They were able to go through the house and all the many items, stage everything beautifully, and successfully have the sale over a three day weekend, then had the house cleaned out on Monday! With their help, we were also able to get rid of years of paperwork that had been stored, as well.
Jerril has the experience and background to get this multi-faceted job done right. He has a team with the skills to research items for fair market pricing. Everyone was extremely professional, worked very hard and did a great job. They were helpful to us during the times we were at the house, and we really appreciated the respect they had for the home and the items they handled.
We couldn’t have asked for a better outcome, we were very happy with the success of the entire process. With the number of people we had through the house for the sale, as a bonus we ended up with the house under contract and expect to close soon!
LaMarr Taylor
Lamarr Tayor, Bountiful UT
Feb 2, 2015
Jerril, Tamera and team,
I am not quite sure how to express my thanks to you. As you know, it was only a few months ago that I began the process of researching estate sales, various companies, and how they work. I consider myself a business-oriented person, but have to admit that I was lost and scared about this whole process. I wanted to do the right thing for my Mom and Dad and all of their beloved possessions. This was a big challenge made even bigger by being in the midwest! After our initial call and meeting, I was impressed that you weren’t completely frightened by the volume of items in the 5,500 sq ft house, both large and small —a few of your competitors weren’t up to the task! You went into great detail to explain the process, what to expect, how you get paid, and what happens after the sale.
Given the task ahead of you, I truly thought there was NO WAY that you could get that giant house full of stuff sale-ready in less than 10 days, but you did!! It was an even bigger relief to know that you found Mom’s diamond necklace (that I couldn’t even find) and returned it to her—I am not sure that others would have done the same. I appreciate the fact that you updated me during the setup process, and after each day of the sale, and comforted me as my emotions finally got the best of me when the sale was complete. Of course, what we wanted most was to maximize value, and sure enough, you came through there, too, more than doubling the gross figures you thought you could attain.
I would recommend your company—no, your PEOPLE, to anyone who is considering an estate sale in your area. You were honest, dependable, and very comforting in an extremely difficult process. I only wish that I were there to thank you in person.
With many, many thanks!!!
Kelly C., Sandy UT
Feb 2, 2015
If you are in need of an estate liquidation company, look no further than VCS Estate Services.
After meeting with Jerril at VCS Estate Services about the potential estate sale at our property I felt very comfortable with the process and everything he told me. He answered all my many questions. I had quite a few higher end items that left me concerned about turning over the control to an outside company. During the entire process of the sale I was updated constantly and every thing promised prior to the sale happened exactly as I was told during the sale. The VCS group went above and beyond what they claimed. If you are in need of an estate liquidation company, look no further than VCS Estate Services. Thank you for everything!
Curt D., North Salt Lake UT
Sep 9, 2014
Sep 09, 2014
Jerrill, Tamara and team,I am not quite sure how to express my thanks to you. As you know, it was only a few months ago that I began the process of researching estate sales, various companies, and how they work. I consider myself a business-oriented person, but have to admit that I was lost and scared about this whole process. I wanted to do the right thing for my Mom and Dad and all of their beloved possessions. This was a big challenge made even bigger by being in the midwest! After our initial call and meeting, I was impressed that you weren’t completely frightened by the volume of items in the 5,500 sq ft house, both large and small —a few of your competitors weren’t up to the task! You went into great detail to explain the process, what to expect, how you get paid, and what happens after the sale.Given the task ahead of you, I truly thought there was NO WAY that you could get that giant house full of stuff sale-ready in less than 10 days, but you did!! It was an even bigger relief to know that you found Mom’s diamond necklace (that I couldn’t even find) and returned it to her—I am not sure that others would have done the same. I appreciate the fact that you updated me during the setup process, and after each day of the sale, and comforted me as my emotions finally got the best of me when the sale was complete. Of course, what we wanted most was to maximize value, and sure enough, you came through there, too, more than doubling the gross figures you thought you could attain. I would recommend your company—no, your PEOPLE, to anyone who is considering an estate sale in your area. You were honest, dependable, and very comforting in an extremely difficult process. I only wish that I were there to thank you in person.With many, many thanks!!!
Kelly C., Sandy UT
Mar 21, 2014
Our estate was a challenge, we had so much tragedy in our lives and we just could not take care of our mother's estate by ourselves when she moved to a nursing home. But Jerril and his team came in and rose above, facing it head on to completion, I could not of done it with out you, thank you for everything!
Larry Q., Bountiful UT
Mar 21, 2014
From the very beginning to the last day, everything ran smoothly!" They really care and their entire staff is great...
Sally R., Salt Lake City UT
Mar 21, 2014
Trying to settle and clean out my parents estate was so difficult because I could not watch their treasured items go out the door, I hired VCS Estate Services to help me liquidate the personal property and they did everything from beginning to end, I was so grateful and relieved when it was over like a weight had been lifted. VCS did a great job!
Jim H., Sandy UT
Mar 21, 2014
This company went well beyond their service, I don't think they even made much money but it didn't seem to matter they just kept going until everything was completed! Thank you thank you! VCS Estate Services is a tremendous asset and we highly recommend them
J. Miller, Holliday UT
Mar 21, 2014
We had a 5 bedroom home full of a 40-year accumulation of possessions of my parents, another estate sale company canceled on us at the last minute and we only had 2 weeks to get the home cleaned out before it was sold. With out the wonderful, caring assistance of this company we could of never got the home cleaned out and would of had to give everything away. There was a great turnout, and they help us from beginning to end! The personal attention and support during the process they gave us was great. I don't know what we would have done without Jerril, Tamera and their staff!" ....
Phil W., Orem UT
Mar 21, 2014
We certainly appreciated the professionalism. Everything was done on schedule and as explained. I would recommend VCS to anyone needing to liquidate an estate, while maximizing value.
Mark C., Salt Lake City UT
Mar 21, 2014
We really enjoy attending VCS Estate sales, the staff is always friendly, helpful and professional, the prices are fair and they always have unique items that we are looking for. I would highly recommend attending one of their sales!
Debbie Q, Salt Lake City UT
Mar 20, 2014
It was sooo hard to imagine trying to go through 45+ years of accumulation from my parents house. VCS estate services came, took the challenge and ran with it! It was so relieving to let someone else take care of going through what would have taken me another 1 1/2 years to accomplish. Now we can sell the house to continue to care for my aging mother. Thank you to VCS for taking on this overwhelming job and not running away scared!!
Scott & Kim C, Provo UT