Ash Pile Expiration
⚪ Last updated 2012⚠️ Install Order · 3 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 6.5% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #30 of 43 Bug Fixes mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Are you bothered by all those ash piles that just won\'t go away? Then this mod is for you. This mod will remove any ash piles after a designated amount of game time whether they be from Reanimate spells, the Disintegrate perk, or even from dead Ghosts and Ice Wraiths. Preexisting ash piles must be revisited to queue them for deletion. There are several versions available for download; each is a stand-alone mod. Each will wait for a different interval of game time before deleting a particular ash pile. ------------------------ Compatibility ------------------------ This mod should be compatible with most other mods. Conflicts will occur with any mod that changes ash piles. ------------------------ Installation ------------------------ 1) Extract \"Ash Pile Expiration 1. 0.zip\" in the Skyrim data folder. The file path for most users will be: \"C:\\Program Files\\Steam\\steamapps\\common\\skyrim\\Data\\\". This folder will also include Skyrim.esm, Update.esm and some *.bsa files. 2) Start the Skyrim Launcher and click on \"Data Files\". 3) Make sure \"Ash Pile Expiration\" is checked. 4) Run the game and enjoy!
A small bug-fix mod for Skyrim that removes ash piles after a set amount of in-game time, preventing clutter from disintegrated enemies. With 2,063 endorsements and 31,809 downloads, it's a popular quality-of-life tweak for players who want cleaner environments. Last updated in 2012, so it may not be compatible with the latest game version.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved (2,063 endorsements) — clearly fills a need for many players.
- Lightweight and focused: does exactly what it says without bloat.
- High download-to-endorsement ratio (31,809 downloads) suggests it's widely used.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2012 — likely outdated and may not work with current Skyrim versions or DLC.
- Only addresses ash piles; other clutter (like dead bodies) remains untouched.
For Skyrim players who hate seeing ash piles linger after fighting draugr or using disintegrate perks. If you're on the original 2011 release and want a simple cleanup, this is for you. Skip if you're on Special Edition or Anniversary Edition — it's likely broken there.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since this mod is from 2012, check if you're playing the original Skyrim (not Special Edition) — it may not work on newer versions.
- Place the .esp file in your Data folder and activate it in the launcher's mod list.
- If you use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2, you can install it manually by dragging the file into the mod folder.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- Christopher Grabowski
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 31,809
- Endorsements
- 2,063
- Category
- Bug Fixes
- Created
- 3/22/2012
- Updated
- 3/27/2012
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