Dangers of Hoarding and Cleanup Procedures
Hoarding is a dangerous situation that impacts not only the safety and well-being of the occupants, but it can also lead to legal consequences. A hoarded home can be condemned due to it causing...
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Why Hoarding Worsens with Age
According to recent research, hoarding behaviors can start as young as mid-30s, worsening with age, and leaves 70% of these individuals in their 70s affected by the disorder. According to the University of California,...
Decluttering Space During the Lockdown
No one likes being trapped in a cluttered space. Disorganization is one of the biggest catalysts of ‘cabin fever. Unfortunately, the state of the world is not something you have much control over. You...
Lesser Known Positive Consequences of Hoarding Cleanup
After a lengthy uphill battle, friends or family members of people with a hoarding disorder sometimes effectively convince their loved one to clean up and seek treatment. Persuading someone who has collected scraps of...
The Proper Way to Approach a Hoarder
Hoarding is a problem that plagues many people in the United States and if you have a family member or loved one who suffers from a hoarding disorder, it is important to approach the...
How to Clean a Hoarder’s House – Hoarding Cleaning Checklist
Going through a hoarder’s stuff is somewhat similar to a scavenger hunt, only without the fun usually involved in the game. You may find some valuable items in the hoard but instead of being...
Reducing Clutter Helps Prevent Pest Infestations
If you have ever played hide-and-seek, you know that the bigger the clutter, the easier it is to find a good hiding place. Pests are also aware of this universal truth as they are...
The Risks of Animal Hoarding
Animal hoarding is a psychological disorder that is not well understood. It often involves severe neglect of the hoarder themselves, the animals, and the home environment. Many animal hoarders honestly believe that they take...
