If you are concerned that a friend or family member is hoarding, you can look for the tell-tale signs to figure it out. The obvious signs include having cluttered and disorganized rooms that are so packed that they can no longer be used for their intended purpose. However, sometimes, hoarding can be limited to a room or two, such as a spare bathroom or bedroom. In the earlier stages of hoarding, you will likely be able to spot items that might not seem useful to your loved one, like stacks of newspapers and magazines, large amounts of collected objects, and hoarding behavior that disrupts daily activities or finances (e.g. buying things in bulk because they’re on sale, not because they’re needed).

If any of these signs are present, and your loved one is finding it difficult to stop or clean out the unneeded items, it may be time to consult with a hoarding cleanup services company, like Extreme Hoarding Cleanup to safely address hoarding behaviors. Our professional hoarding clean team will help you evaluate the situation, either over the phone or by email, and we’ll design an individualized action plan that focuses on cleanup, assessing and mitigating any potential health risks, safeguarding belongings, and support for the person who has been hoarding. If you think your loved one is hoarding, contact Extreme Hoarding Cleanup to help!