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Question of 3
Did the person who died own a property?
Including any property in their name, even if jointly owned.
Were there savings, investments, or other assets?
Bank accounts, shares, pensions, or valuables above a few thousand pounds.
Was there a will?
Even if you're not sure where it is, knowing one exists can change the process.
This can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to figure it out alone. A probate specialist can walk you through the next steps — no obligation, no pressure.
That's one less thing to worry about. If anything changes or you'd like a quick confirmation, a specialist can put your mind at rest.
Many families don't have all the information straight away — that's completely normal. A quick chat with a specialist can help you understand what applies to your situation.
What the probate process looks like
Apply for Grant of Probate
Collect assets & close accounts
Pay debts & tax
Distribute the estate
A specialist handles all of this for you.
Trusted by thousands of families across the UK
You probably don't need to pay for the funeral yourself
The estate will likely go through probate, which means the funeral costs can be paid from the estate. You need a probate specialist to make this happen.
Sail Probate · Fixed fees, nothing upfront
Probate might not be needed
That means the funeral costs probably can't be covered this way. But every situation is different — a quick chat can confirm.
We need a bit more info
Don't worry — lots of people aren't sure at this stage. A quick chat can work out whether the funeral costs can be covered.
Want to talk it through?
Free, no obligation.
Want to check with a specialist?
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Want to find out for sure?
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Interested in: We handle everything (£6,000)
Interested in: Just the probate application (£1,000)
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Haven Funeral Services was established in 2002.
Our dedicated teams at our Acton, Hayes, Hillingdon and Northwood Hills funeral homes are committed to creating tailored funerals that reflect the unique life of your loved one. We can be contacted 24 hours a day, by telephone, and are here to discuss your needs. Or if you prefer, we can visit your home to discuss funeral arrangements.
"Brian was very professional, flexible, and compassionate throughout our dealings with him, especially as Covid was an issue at the time. Highly recommended as a family friendly personal and thoughtful service."
— Diana Carne (about Brian)
"We extend our heartfelt thanks to Elaine and the team for their care, compassion, and sensitivity in helping us arrange our late father's funeral and ashes scattering. We are truly grateful for your support and guidance throughout this difficult time."
— Seema Vijan (about Elaine)
"Her kindness and attention to detail meant more to our family than words can express."
— Harcharan Singh (about Elaine)
"Elaine made us welcome the minute we entered the door and treated us, and our mum who had passed, with great compassion, empathy and care. She helped us with everything and no issue was too small. This lady went above and beyond looking after us."
— Matt Austin (about Elaine)
"She even spoke with the florist to ask them to add some specifically coloured flowers into the spray. I can't thank her enough and would highly recommend Haven to take care of your loved one's final journey."
— Pat Clark (about Elaine)
"Elaine took care of the arrangements with patience and understanding. We are deeply grateful for Sam, who took care of our mum and assisted with the most difficult time of getting mum ready with lots of care in the chapel of rest and guided us through the whole of the funeral service."
— Amrit Chand (Chopra family) (about Elaine & Sam)
Micah
Funeral Arranger
Micah is mentioned by multiple reviewers for his support, guidance and engagement with clients during difficult times.
Mary Gallagher
2 weeks ago
Very much appreciated the way in which Elaine and all at Haven, including the celebrant Robin Sanderson supported me and my family as we dealt with losing and saying goodbye to my husband. They made a difficult time easier.
Marcia Rankin
a month ago
I cannot thank Haven enough for the incredible care and compassion they showed our family after the passing of my mum. From the very first phone call, Elaine atvthe Hayes branch was patient, empathetic, and professional. They handled everything with such dignity, making a difficult time much easier to navigate. We felt truly supported throughout the entire process. I would truly recommend. 💕
Atees D
3 months ago
We cannot thank Elaine at Haven Funeral Services enough for everything she did for our family. From the very beginning she was incredibly kind, thoughtful and compassionate during such a difficult time for us. Saying goodbye to someone so loved is never easy, but Elaine helped us give Dad the beautiful and dignified farewell he truly deserved Elaine guided us through every step with care and patience, and nothing ever felt like too much trouble. She really listened to what we wanted and went out of her way to make sure Dad’s funeral was exactly how we had hoped it would be. Her attention to detail and genuine kindness made a very hard time much easier for our whole family. Everything was handled beautifully and with such dignity. We are so grateful to Elaine for helping us give Dad the perfect farewell. The whole team at Haven Funeral Services are truly lovely people and treated our family with so much care and respect. I would highly recommend them to anyone going through such a difficult time. The support they gave us meant so much, and I am incredibly grateful. When the time comes, I will also be arranging my own funeral with them because I trust them completely.
Anita Dadhria
3 months ago
We received a truly great service from Haven Funeral Directors from beginning to end. Elaine was calm, patient, and incredibly helpful throughout the whole process. She was friendly and made my family and me feel at ease during such a sad and difficult time. Her support and professionalism meant a lot to us, and we’re very grateful for the care she showed. I would highly recommend Elaine and the team to anyone needing their services.
Harcharan Singh
5 months ago
Heaven Funeral Services provided outstanding care and support during a very difficult time. Elaine was incredibly compassionate, professional, and attentive, making the entire process feel much less overwhelming. Her kindness and attention to detail meant more to our family than words can express. I highly recommend Heaven Funeral Services for their dignity, respect, and exceptional service.
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A quick call with a specialist can help you figure out what applies.
Question of 3
Did the person who died own a property?
Including any property in their name, even if jointly owned.
Were there savings, investments, or other assets?
Bank accounts, shares, pensions, or valuables above a few thousand pounds.
Was there a will?
Even if you're not sure where it is, knowing one exists can change the process.
This can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to figure it out alone. A probate specialist can walk you through the next steps — no obligation, no pressure.
That's one less thing to worry about. If anything changes or you'd like a quick confirmation, a specialist can put your mind at rest.
Many families don't have all the information straight away — that's completely normal. A quick chat with a specialist can help you understand what applies to your situation.
What the probate process looks like
Apply for Grant of Probate
Collect assets & close accounts
Pay debts & tax
Distribute the estate
A specialist handles all of this for you.
Trusted by thousands of families across the UK
You probably don't need to pay for the funeral yourself
The estate will likely go through probate, which means the funeral costs can be paid from the estate. You need a probate specialist to make this happen.
Sail Probate · Fixed fees, nothing upfront
Probate might not be needed
That means the funeral costs probably can't be covered this way. But every situation is different — a quick chat can confirm.
We need a bit more info
Don't worry — lots of people aren't sure at this stage. A quick chat can work out whether the funeral costs can be covered.
Want to talk it through?
Free, no obligation.
Want to check with a specialist?
Free, no obligation.
Want to find out for sure?
Free, no obligation.
Sail Probate · Trusted by thousands of families
A specialist will call you soon
Free, no-obligation advice from Sail Probate
What happens next
Request received
Just now
A specialist reviews your details
Within 1 hour
You'll receive a call
Within 24 hours
Lines open now Lines open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · 0808 196 0258
Result saved
If you need help later, call Sail Probate free:
Lines open now Lines open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · 0808 196 0258
We'll give you a call
A Sail Probate specialist will talk you through everything and answer any questions.
Interested in: We handle everything (£6,000)
Interested in: Just the probate application (£1,000)
Lines open now Lines open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · 0808 196 0258
No problem
If you'd like to talk about probate or funeral costs, call Sail Probate free:
Lines open now Lines open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · 0808 196 0258
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