Discreet, full-spectrum estate care for Central Virginia.
We manage every aspect of high-value estates, from property maintenance and vendor coordination to systems oversight and seasonal planning. Our work blends hands-on care with strategic management to preserve, enhance, and protect the properties entrusted to us.
Our Services
Every estate is unique, and so is the care it requires. We design custom service packages that include
Property Oversight & Maintenance
Routine inspections and preventive care year-round.
Home Systems Management
Monitoring and maintaining all
essential home systems.
Grounds & Exterior Care
Landscape, drainage, and exterior upkeep year-round.
Vehicle & Equipment Management
Scheduled service and readiness of estate machinery.
Concierge-Level Support
Personalized assistance and seasonal owner requests.
Staff & Vendor Coordination
Oversight and scheduling of staff and contractors.
Digital Estate Management Platform
Our digital platform centralizes estate information, maintenance logs, and vendor records. It gives owners a clear view of ongoing care and upcoming needs. Every service level includes this system to ensure transparency and accountability in daily operations.
The Estate Journal
Insights for the modern estate owner
The Estate Journal offers thoughtful, experience-based writing on the challenges and philosophies of property stewardship. From risk mitigation to seasonal preparedness, each article is written for those who view estate care as both a discipline and a responsibility.
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Technology and Intuition: Balancing Sensors with Common Sense
Technology can monitor almost everything on an estate—moisture levels, temperature, irrigation cycles—but it can’t interpret what those readings mean on the ground. A skipped irrigation cycle looks harmless on a dashboard until boxwoods start showing stress. True estate management lies in the balance between data and presence: knowing when to trust the sensors and when to walk the property yourself.
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Why Every Estate Needs Regular, Ground-Level Walkthroughs
Estate management isn’t about finding the one “right” answer—it’s about navigating trade-offs. Owners weigh cost against ecology, efficiency against tradition, profitability against personal values. The role of a professional manager isn’t to persuade them toward a preferred outcome, but to present the full picture clearly and execute their decision with competence.
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When Owner Priorities and Manager Expertise Don't Align
Estate management isn’t about finding the one “right” answer—it’s about navigating trade-offs. Owners weigh cost against ecology, efficiency against tradition, profitability against personal values. The role of a professional manager isn’t to persuade them toward a preferred outcome, but to present the full picture clearly and execute their decision with competence.
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Transitions Without Structure: What Estate Sales Often Overlook
When an estate changes ownership, it brings more than new stewardship — it brings questions. Who keeps access? Who has agreements? Who expects continuity? Without clear documentation or professional oversight, new owners inherit not just land, but legacy arrangements, informal commitments, and potential liabilities. This article explores how structure protects everyone involved in an estate sale — buyers, sellers, and everyone in between.
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The Yard I Don't Know How to Manage
Moving from a 750-acre farm to a wooded suburban lot changed more than my address — it changed how I think about management itself.
When I ran out of space for all the leaves, I realized that sometimes the best way to manage land is to let it manage itself. Letting sections of the yard return to nature has been humbling and surprisingly instructive.
About Us
About LM Estate Services
Based in Central Virginia, LM Estate Services provides discreet, full-spectrum management for private estates. From homes and grounds to staff and vendors, we bring hands-on care and strategic oversight to every property we serve — ensuring each estate is preserved, maintained, and enhanced for generations to come.
The People Behind LM Estate Services
Founded by Justin Mays and Henry Lancaster — two professionals with decades of combined experience in land management, construction, and estate care — LM stands apart for its owner-led approach and commitment to detail.
The Estate Alliance
A network built on trust and precision.
The Estate Alliance highlights the tradespeople, consultants, and service firms who embody professionalism in their respective fields. Each collaborator shares our commitment to quality, reliability, and quiet excellence, which are the standards that define effective estate management.
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Well Grounded LLC
Well Grounded LLC Owner Rick sets the standard for professionalism in electrical work, from installations to troubleshooting. Reliable, precise, and consistent, Well Grounded delivers craftsmanship estate owners can trust time and again.
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Bartlett Tree Experts
Bartlett Tree Experts For more than a century, Bartlett has set the standard in science-based tree care. From fertilization to removals, their team combines technical expertise with professionalism that consistently delivers reliable results.
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Precise Home Management
Precise Home Management With decades of experience in private service staffing, Andrew Lowrey and his team specialize in making the perfect match between clients and household professionals. Their discretion, rigor, and proven expertise make them a trusted resource for estates of every scale.
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Wiley Real Estate
Wiley Real Estate Brothers Justin and Peter Wiley bring deep local knowledge and a personable, straightforward approach to every transaction. Known for their integrity and professionalism, they make navigating estate and property sales both seamless and strategic.
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Testimonial
“Justin possesses a rare combination of technical expertise and interpersonal skills the make him an invaluable asset to any organization”
— Ron Klein, Owner of Holly Hill Estate
Get in Touch
Have questions or want to discuss your estate’s needs? We’d love to hear from you.
Use the form to send us a message—whether you’re looking for full-service care, seasonal prep, or a custom walkthrough. We typically respond within 1 business day.