De-Hoarding In A Hurry: Tips and Tricks of the Trade

by | Aug 13, 2019 | Waste Management

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An emotionally trying task for even the sturdiest of stomachs, clearing a hoarder’s home can be both physically and mentally demanding, not to mention time-consuming. Christensen Recycling is a comprehensive reusing organization offering dumpsters for rent across New Jersey for dependable and advantageous expulsion of little to substantial measured waste.No matter the size of the property or relationship of the person whose space you are de-cluttering, consider the following when shouldering this task:

Cover Your Face

No matter the contents of the property, a hoarder’s stash can collect allergens and bacteria that are liable to cause potentially severe health consequences. Wear a mask to protect yourself from dust, debris, and airborne faeces and spores, and make sure to ensure proper ventilation, particularly if you suffer from asthma or other lung/breathing-related illness or disease.

Protect Your Hands

Cuts, scrapes, and scratches may be painful, but there’s no telling what you might reach in to pull out of a hoarder’s home! Broken glass and rusty metal often lie in wait, while dead or living pests are sure to shock any unassuming hand that breaches their nest. Choose sturdy gloves that can stand up to sharp items.

Take Frequent Breaks

Whether you are sorting through boxes, lifting heavy furniture, or ripping up carpet covered in years of dust and debris, you’ll want to take breaks to give your body a rest from such heavy labour. Stretch your muscles, drink some water, and have a snack if you find that your stomach is grumbling. For those cleaning out a loved one’s home, this is the perfect opportunity to take a few minutes to look through cherished mementos.

Whether you’ve been hired to de-hoard or have taken the impetus upon yourself to clean out your mother’s closet, contact a professional waste management company to assist in the overwhelming endeavour. From 10- or 40-yard dumpsters to same-day removal, the expert team at Christensen Recycling is here to help.