Hoarder / Extreme Environment Cleanup
24/7 Emergency Response
We actually do care for the People we are helping. We will treat your loved one with respect, care, and love they deserve, as if they were our own parents or children.
Knoxville, Sevier County Owners and working team from areas around Knox County! We have hand picked our team from among the best that East Tennessee has to offer! Such as: Sevier County Volunteer Firefighter, Rural Metro Firefighter, CNA, 2 Medical Assistants, an EMR, Knox County Rescue Volunteers, EMT with Sevier County Ambulance Service, LPN/AEMT, and Reserve Member for the Emergency Management Association.
We are a well rounded group of individuals that love our community and its people. They get JOY out of helping to Restore Lives as well as your Property.
At present, it is estimated that compulsive hoarding affects approximately 1 in 50 individuals, with some studies suggesting the actual number could be as high as 1 in 20. At 911 Knox Hoarding Services, we approach your situation with understanding and empathy.
Our team specializes in hoarding cleanup and extreme environment cleanup. We proudly serve 32 counties in East Tennessee, including cities like Knoxville, Lenoir City, Maryville, Morristown, Sevierville, TN, and the surrounding areas, ensuring you receive the support you need.
The presence of numerous animals in a household can generate significant waste, potentially creating hazardous living conditions that may result in malnutrition, illness, and even death among the animals. This waste buildup can also elevate ammonia concentrations, posing serious health risks to the household’s inhabitants.
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Animal hoarding situations can also lead to various public health risks in the surrounding community, including infestations of parasites like fleas and ticks, as well as environmental contamination.
At 911 Knox Hoarding Services, we are committed to assisting you. Our team will carefully collect your valuable and salvageable items, setting them aside for your convenience. We specialize in animal hoarding cleanup and extreme environment cleanup in Knoxville, Lenoir City, Maryville, Morristown, Sevierville, TN, and the surrounding areas.
At 911 Knox Hoarding Services, we specialize in professional estate cleanouts to prepare homes for estate sales. Our team understands the emotional and logistical challenges that come with dealing with a loved one’s belongings.
We conduct detailed assessments of the property, ensuring that every item is carefully sorted and evaluated. Our expertise encompasses various conditions, including animal hoarding cleanup and extreme environment cleanup.
We are committed to providing compassionate, efficient services throughout Knoxville, Lenoir City, Maryville, Morristown, Sevierville, TN, and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to transform cluttered spaces into organized environments, making the estate sale process seamless.
Trust us to handle each cleanout with care, diligence, and respect for the memories contained within the home. Let us help you start the next chapter with confidence.
Hoarding causes Families to generally be sicker than those that are able to properly clean their homes regularly.
And during these times when Covid-19, and other Infectious Diseases are lurking, this is dangerous for families as well as all of us. This is where we come in.
Hoarding causes Families to have a higher Divorce rate , due to far more conflict in the family atmosphere.
This then causes higher suicide rates, as well as higher unemployment, disfunctional children, and much more! This is where we can help.
Hoarding can result in loosing everything.
Hoarding does cause many individuals each year to lose their homes due to code violations, and many homes become so unfit for human habitation. Some Folks have lost their own children in the foster care system that could have been avoided if their situation would have been caught in time and helped. This is where the hoarder needs the community to speak up. Our Team is ready and willing to help.
Hoarding can cause major obsticles in an emergency situation.
can cause in many cases a danger to the family yes, but causes many community dangers, such as neighbors, EMS that try to enter the home for health calls, and for the Firefighters that might have to enter the property and home, in the case of an emergency. This is where we come in.
Hoarding is a major fire hazard in most hoarding homes.
The dangers are also there for the neighboring homes, that can catch fire in many cases as well. Most hoarders wind up running drop cords that are not regularly checked, therefore open wiring causes fire due to the many items pushing up against the wires or many items just sitting on top of the wires. The Statistics for fire from this cause is extremely high according to the U.S. Fire Marshalls. This is where we are needed.
The Hoarder needs to be found and helped so as to start the process of Healing and Taking-Back-Their-Life!
We here at 911 Knoxville Decon Services LLC, often help these individuals, to find a proper Therapist, funding, then helping to set up a plan to help restore their property.
Hoarding is defined as the collection of items in excess of what is needed in a household , that interferes with your everyday living. It is estimated that nearly 6% of the U.S. population (roughly 19 million) are affected by this disorder and the numbers are growing. Hoarding is not so much being sentimental of every little thing, it is more of the fear of the anxiety of letting these things go. They do not want to let go of these things for fear of ”feeling the anxiety.” It is not as simple as just going in and throwing these things away as you can create more anxiety and stress.
That’s why you need a team of compassionate people like 911 Knox Decon Services, LLC. We care about your loved one and want to help them take back their lives. There can also be many safety hazards from the property being neglected as much as it has. Many cautions must be taken in most cases, especially in extreme cases.
Hoarding can manifest at various degrees of intensity, reflecting the severity of an individual’s condition. It is important to note that not all individuals who hoard engage in extreme behaviors.
Hoarding is categorized into different levels, with the first level representing the least disruptive form of the disorder. A residence classified as level one hoarding may exhibit:
At this initial stage of hoarding, there are few overt indicators that suggest an individual is experiencing a hoarding disorder. While the limited clutter may conceal the issue, the individual may still struggle to part with items and engage in unnecessary shopping for things they do not require.
Hoarding level two represents a more acute condition, characterized by the presence of at least one non-operational household appliance, such as a stove, and at least one major exit from the home being obstructed. Unlike level one hoarding, this stage sees significant accumulation of clutter, resulting in irregular housekeeping practices. This typically includes unpleasant odors from unwashed dishes and a general lack of cleanliness. Additional indicators of hoarding level two encompass:
Individuals experiencing hoarding level two may hesitate to host guests or feel a sense of shame about their living conditions. This stage may also contribute to increased anxiety or depressive symptoms, potentially leading to social withdrawal.
Hoarding level three residences exhibit noticeable clutter outside the home, as household items typically kept indoors have migrated outdoors. Numerous appliances are inoperable, and some areas of the property show signs of minor structural damage. Additionally, the number of pets present exceeds regulatory limits, with inadequate oversight from animal control and sanitation services. Other defining characteristics include:
Individuals at this level of hoarding frequently encounter personal hygiene challenges and weight-related concerns stemming from an unhealthy diet. When confronted by friends or family about the condition of their home, they may respond with dismissiveness or anger.
Properties classified as hoarding level four exhibit significant issues such as pervasive mold and mildew, structural damage that has persisted for at least six months, unpleasant odors, sewage accumulation, and signs of water damage, including compromised walls and shattered windows. The number of pets in these residences exceeds acceptable limits, and sanitation for these animals is inadequate. The accumulation of clutter is so severe that doorways, hallways, and stairways become impassable. Additional indicators of hoarding level four include:
Individuals at hoarding level four often exhibit poor personal hygiene, with some not bathing for extended periods. These individuals may struggle with deteriorating mental health, often fixating on extravagant plans or nostalgic recollections.
Research conducted in 2015 by the American Psychiatric Association indicated that mental health disorders such as depression, ADHD, and generalized anxiety disorder frequently co-occur with hoarding disorder. The findings revealed that men with hoarding disorder frequently experience obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and social anxiety. Generally, those who reach hoarding level four are likely to also be affected by additional mental health challenges.
Hoarding level five represents the most extreme form of hoarding disorder, characterized by significant structural damage to the living space. Common issues at this level include damaged walls, lack of electricity and running water, fire hazards, and the presence of visible rodents and other non-pet animals. Additional indicators of hoarding level five include:
Individuals facing hoarding level five often do not reside in their homes due to the excessive clutter. Instead, they may seek refuge with friends or family. Waste management may include the disposal of human waste in bottles or buckets left within the residence. Those at this stage typically exhibit signs of depression and may find themselves entangled in legal matters aimed at condemning their properties.
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