If you have a loved one who’s a hoarder, you might feel like the task of cleaning out their house is impossible. If a loved one has come to you for help and is finally ready to take the first steps towards home sanitization, it can be helpful to have a solid plan in place. Here are three beginner steps you can use when it comes to helping a hoarder clear out their space.
Be prepared for a major time commitment.
Hoarding clean up isn’t a magical process like you see on TV shows. You need to be ready to devote time to clearing out the home, organizing your supplies, deciding what’s salvageable, comparing roll off dumpster prices in Mercer County, and much more. Be ready to devote at least a week to fully clearing out the home.
Clean when the hoarder isn’t home, if possible.
If your loved one is truly ready to let go of his or her excess things, it can be better to keep the hoarder away from the home during cleanup. This gives you the benefit of cleaning without interruption and your loved one the benefit of decreased anxiety.
Take regular breaks.
When you’re very focused on a monumental task like cleaning out a hoarder’s home, it can be difficult to remember to take breaks for yourself. Drink plenty of water, protect yourself by wearing a dust mask, and remember to breathe in fresh air at least once an hour. If possible, enlist a family member or friend to help you clear out the home.
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