Hoarding presents dangers on multiple fronts including the hoarder, neighbors and anyone trying to enter the home. Left unattended these dangers compound over time. These risks include:
Fire
With boxes and belongings everywhere there’s no way to foresee electrical problems that can lead to fire. Once a fire does break out, first responders can’t do their job and the risk of the fire spreading beyond the immediate home or building is much higher.
Rodent Infestation
Hoarding provides an ideal breeding ground for rodents, vermin and other pests including rats, mice, roaches, fleas, ants, spiders and termites. The resulting urine, feces and dead carcasses require a professional cleaning service like Urgent Island Restoration. We take the necessary precautions and perform the proper sanitization procedures to eliminate the health risks associated with infestation.
Disease
Disease is omnipresent in a hoarder’s home. The vermin infestation, bodily fluids, poor air quality, rotting food and general unsanitary living conditions means simply removing the excess from the home is insufficient. The home must be professionally sanitized.
Risk of Injury
With narrow paths to walk and items stacked high, there is a high risk of injury by tripping or items falling on top of someone.
Animal Abuse
Many suffering from this disease also hoard animals which only exacerbates all the problems mentioned above.
Cleaning up after hoarders is hazardous and requires the services of someone with the know how in protecting themselves and others from the dangers of the hoarding environment.
Compassion and Understanding
At Urgent Island Restoration we understand the sensitivity and discretion necessary when dealing with hoarders. When you hire us, you can rest assured that we will do our best to deal effectively with the unique issues that come with hoarding removal and clean up.
Call Urgent Island Restoration today to set up an appointment to evaluate your specific situation.