One of the hardest cleanups there is
When dozens of animals have lived in a home, the home itself is often heavily damaged. Urine soaks carpet, pad, subfloor, drywall and baseboards. Feces accumulate in layers. Ammonia levels can be hazardous to breathe. Fleas and other pests, along with animal remains, are common.
Animals first
If animals are still in the home, their welfare comes first. Animal control or humane organizations handle rescue and removal. Our work begins after the animals are out.
The remediation
- Respiratory protection and ventilation, because ammonia and particulates are serious hazards.
- Gross removal of feces, litter, bedding, soiled contents and remains.
- Removal of saturated materials, usually carpet and pad, often subfloor sections, lower drywall, baseboards and sometimes insulation.
- Structural cleaning with enzymatic products that break down urine salts.
- Sealing of cleaned subfloor, framing and concrete with odor-blocking encapsulants.
- Disinfection of remaining surfaces.
- Pest coordination with licensed pest control as needed.
- Odor treatment and verification.
For property owners and agencies
Animal hoarding often involves code enforcement, adult protective services or court involvement. We provide scope, photos and completion documentation for those processes.
The person involved
Animal hoarding is recognized as a serious mental health issue. Families may want to connect the person with mental health support alongside the property cleanup.
Common questions
Can the home be saved?
Usually, with enough structural material removal and sealing. Severe cases occasionally make demolition more practical.
Is the ammonia dangerous?
At high concentrations, yes. Don't spend time in the home without proper respiratory protection.
Do you document conditions for court or code cases?
Yes. We provide before-and-after photographs, a written scope and completion records that owners, agencies and attorneys can use.