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Hoarding Cleanup Case Studies

Hoarding Case Study Hoarding Case Study 1:  Child Protective Services 45 Day Notice Hoarding cases can be difficult, especially when there are children involved.  This is a hoarding case study involving a case reported to Child Protective Services in South Carolina.  I received a call from a family stating that the Department of Social Services […]
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Hoarding Cleanup and Depression

Hoarding Cleanup and Depression Characteristics of Homes Hoarding cleanup companies are generally available when a person who tends to hoard items is ready to begin organizing or downsizing.  However, when depression is involved, it is common to see large amounts of trash and debris in the home.  Visually, these areas are disturbing.  From a cleanup […]
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Best of Lexington Life Magazine 2021

Best of Lexington Life Magazine 2021 Lexington Life Magazine has recently released its list of winners for the Best of Lexington Life Magazine 2021.  The complete list of winners can be found in the February 2021 issue – https://issuu.com/lexingtonlifemagazine/docs/lexlifefeb21. https://issuu.com/lexingtonlifemagazine/docs/lexlifefeb21 The 2021 winners reflect the best service providers from 2020.  The COVID-19 pandemic has greatly […]
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Hoarder Cleaning Costs

Hoarder Cleaning Costs & Quotes What is Hoarding? Hoarding is a behavior generally characterized as the collection of items such that the living space of an environment is tough to use.  There are many different types of hoarding behavior and each type of hoard can be approached differently in order to have more effective results.  […]
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How Much Do Hoarding Services Cost?

Hoarding Services Costs Cleaning A Hoarder’s Home Hoarding is a difficult issue and not an easy one to address.  Cleaning a hoarder’s home is a complicated and time consuming task.  Hiring a hoarding cleanup service can help, but how much does it cost to hire a hoarding cleanup company?
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How To Create A Plan To Clean A Hoarder’s House

Clean A Hoarder’s House Hoarder houses are tricky, and no two houses are identical.  The key to successfully clean a hoarder’s house is understanding the total amount of work to be completed, including the job hazards, the time frame to complete the project, and the different components of the job.  Depending on the situation, the […]
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Hoarding Decisions Infographic

How Much Do Hoarder Cleanings Cost?

Hoarder Cleanings Costs Hoarder cleanings are unique in that there are so many different elements involved in them.  Many times, what some people consider hoarding is actually clutter and disorganization.  Homes affected by hoarding are normally labeled as having lost some, most, or all use of functionality of its rooms.
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What To Wear When Cleaning A Hoarder’s House

Cleaning a Hoarder’s House Many people wear gloves when they are cleaning.  However, what should you wear when you are cleaning a hoarder’s house?  There are many factors to consider when cleaning a home for someone who has a hoarding disorder.  Here are some safety tips to help you become more prepared when you are […]
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How To Help a Hoarder Clean

Help A Hoarder Clean Hoarding is an issue that affects a small percentage of the general population.  However, in the DSM 5, published in 2013, lists hoarding as a mental disorder and a number of factors could contribute to the hoarding.  Here are some ways to help a hoarder clean.           […]
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