Dealing with hoarding issues in Kingston/New Paltz homes

6/3/2019 (Permalink)

Hoarding situations can lead to other issues in a home like water damage and mold.

A person with a hoarding issue in any residence in Highland, Kingston or New Paltz has difficulty getting rid of or parting with possessions due to their perceived need to save them. The thought of disposing of items causes distress and sometimes, that person doesn’t think their habits are a problem. Often, these items are things that others would throw away like wrappers, packaging, and garbage.

This sensitive situation can lead to several problems such as accumulation of items for years making for dangerous areas filled to capacity. Rodents, fleas, bugs, and other vermin may be present which creates an unsanitary living area. The inability to access and address appliances needing repairs can lead directly to water damage and possibly mold infestation. Each case is very different and handled sensitively by SERVPRO of Kingston/New Paltz professionals.

Sometimes, our teams are called to address a fire, smoke or water damage situations and will encounter hoarding issues when they arrive at the home. Our staff will work with the insurance company regarding the contents, and once approved, they will clean and pack the items up to be stored while the other damages are remedied to preloss condition.

Occasionally we are called to a home following a tragedy of a loved one and will work with the family members in locating important or sentimental things or legal documents. The SERVPRO staff will assist the family in whatever way possible in a difficult time.

If you are faced with a hoarding situation, no matter the size, our trained professionals will help make it “Like it never even happened.”