{"id":18657,"date":"2022-02-17T17:15:03","date_gmt":"2022-02-17T17:15:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/massapequa-ny-puroclean-massapequa\/?post_type=blog&p=18657"},"modified":"2022-02-17T17:15:03","modified_gmt":"2022-02-17T17:15:03","slug":"the-dangers-of-hoarding","status":"publish","type":"blog","link":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/massapequa-ny-puroclean-massapequa\/blog\/the-dangers-of-hoarding\/","title":{"rendered":"THE DANGERS OF HOARDING"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Hoarders collect and fail to discard a large number of possessions that invade living spaces in such a way that people can no longer live in them. They are emotionally attached to their collections and can compromise their own safety just to hold on to those items. It is sometimes extremely difficult to convince hoarders to clean up their homes. But when safety concerns reach their peak, cleaning up a hoarded home is immediately required. Here are the dangers of hoarding:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

HOARDING DANGERS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Fires<\/strong>
\u2022 Fire is the main danger in a hoarded home. This is because much of the clutter consists of flammable materials such as books, magazines, chairs, chemicals, and more.
\u2022 Fires can also occur when flammable materials cover a heat vent. Overcrowded outlets and damaged wires are also fire risks in hoarded homes.
\u2022 Pests such as rats can live inside walls and chew on the wiring, causing electrical failures and possibly fires.
\u2022 Clutter obstructs residents in case of a fire. In addition, First Responders may not be able to navigate a hoarded home to rescue residents if the clutter blocks entrances or pathways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Injuries<\/strong>
\u2022 Walking in a cluttered home is difficult and can result in injuries like falls and trips. The more contents there are in a home, the greater the likelihood of injuries occurring.
\u2022 Depending on the number of contents in the home, piles can become as high as ceilings and can collapse and cause injury. Trying to walk through a crowded room can make occupants lose balance and grab a pile that can fall on them.
\u2022 There is also the danger of getting trapped under debris and contents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Health hazards<\/strong>
\u2022 Diseases<\/strong> \u2013 As hoarders often ignore cleanliness in their homes, many kinds of biohazards such as bodily fluids can be present. Pests like rats and cockroaches can infest the home increasing the chance of infecting the home with diseases.
\u2022 Mold<\/strong> \u2013 Unseen water problems, e.g., a pipe burst, combined with various organic material can cause mold growth. Hoarders also have difficulty throwing away food which can result in mold infestation. Mold can cause respiratory and other health problems, especially to sensitive individuals.
\u2022 Other airborne dangers<\/strong> \u2013 Clutter brings dust, odors, and ammonia from decaying waste products. These can cause serious air quality issues in the hoarder\u2019s home. It may be difficult to breathe and respiratory problems may develop for both people and pets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Structural integrity <\/strong>\u2013 Homes and apartments are not built to withstand the overwhelming weight of the excessive contents hoarders put in them. Over time, hoarding can cause damage to the building itself.
\u2022 Building maintenance<\/strong> \u2013 Technicians are not able to perform necessary maintenance on HVAC equipment and sprinkler systems, creating a safety hazard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Call PuroClean of Massapequa 24\/7 for Clean-Outs and Pack Outs in a Hoarding situation. We will de-clutter the home, and pack up the salvageable items, inventory them, and temporarily move them to a secure location. Then all the contents in the house are disinfected thoroughly: ceilings, fan blades, baseboards, toilets, bathtubs, showers, etc. We will also perform Fire, Water, Mold or Biohazard Damage Restoration, and much more. We will also perform Fire, Water, Mold or Biohazard Damage Restoration, and much more. Then all the contents in the house are disinfected thoroughly: ceilings, fan blades, baseboards, toilets, bathtubs, showers, etc. (516) 604-1200<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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