Discreet, full-spectrum estate care for Central Virginia.
We combine hands-on management with strategic oversight to preserve, maintain, and enhance high-value properties across generations.
Every estate is unique, and so is the care it requires. We design custom service packages
At the core of every service level is a digital estate management platform
Our goal is simple: to safeguard your estate, anticipate its needs and provide the kind of quiet,
Our Services
Property Oversight & Maintenance
Home Systems Management
Grounds & Exterior Care
Vehicle & Equipment Management
Staff & Vendor Coordination
Concierge-Level Support
The Estate Journal
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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.
The Estate Alliance
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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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About Us
About L&M Estate Services
Based in Central Virginia, L&M 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 L&M Estate Services
Founded by Justin Mays and Henry Lancaster — two professionals with decades of combined experience in land management, construction, and estate care — L&M stands apart for its owner-led approach and commitment to detail.
What Our Clients Say
“It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.”
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.