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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.
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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
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With 240 years of experience, we know that organising a funeral can seem like a daunting task, especially when we find ourselves having to make difficult decisions at a time of loss and bereavement.
You can trust Lodge Brothers to guide you through every step of the journey. We take great pride in being able to offer a 24 hour service, 365 days a year, providing advice on what needs to be done.
"Lodge Brothers visited her from when she found out she was dying and she was very happy with their service — from choosing her coffin to the music she wanted played. Very professional and helpful right from the start until the end."
— Sarah Wagg
"Extremely respectful, very caring and nothing was too much trouble. We couldn't have wished for a better farewell. Thank you Bernice and everyone else involved in carrying out our wishes for our dad's final journey."
— Joanne Hardy (about Bernice)
"Bernice, Tracey, and Paul went beyond expectations to ensure that we had the send off that we needed. We always felt that they were there to help in every way they could. They made the experience easy."
— Jonathan Mulquin (about Bernice, Tracey, Paul)
"Catherine talked me through and helped arrange the perfect service for my Mum and even after the service has been a constantly supportive. Never once making me feel I had to spend money that I didn't need to."
— Ian Thompson (about Catherine)
Ian Thompson
2 years ago
I can't say how good all the staff I spoke to at Lodge Brothers were during an extremely difficult and mentally challenging time when I my Mum passed away suddenly in January. Right from the beginning Catherine at the Brentford branch of Lodge Brothers was so supportive and helpful. Explaining everything in a clear easy manner and never once making me feel I had to spend money that I didn't need to. My Mum only had a direct simple cremation planned and I didn't feel that was right for a special Mum. Catherine talked me through and helped arrange the perfect service for my Mum and even after the service has been a constantly supportive. I would also like to add how professional everyone was on the day of my Mum's service and helpful too. Once again I can't thank everyone for the support at a horrible time especially Catherine at Lodge Brothers Brentford.
Jonathan Mulquin
3 years ago
We recently had a funeral arranged by Lodge Brothers Brentford. The whole team were absolutely amazing. Bernice, Tracey, and Paul ,who we had direct contact with, went beyond expectations to ensure that we had the send off that we needed. We always felt that they were there to help in everyway they could. They made the experience easy. We can't recommend them highly enough.
Joanne Hardy
3 years ago
Lodge Brothers Brentford recently undertook the funeral of our very much loved dad . They were amazing . Extremely respectful , very caring and nothing was too much trouble . We are really pleased that we went to them and extremely grateful for their care and consideration at all times of us and our dad Fred . We couldn’t of wished for a better farewell . Thank you Bernice and everyone else involved in carrying out our wishes for our dads final journey . The Hardy family x
Sarah Wagg
7 years ago
My Nan passed away recently... lodge brothers visited her from when she found out she was dying and she was very happy with there service... from choosing her coffin to the music she wanted played. Very professional and helpful right from the start until the end. Thank you
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If anything has changed, a quick call with a specialist can confirm.
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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