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Homes with too many animals often end up with urine-soaked floors, layers of feces, dangerous ammonia levels and parasites. We remove the contamination down to the subfloor and restore a home that is safe to breathe in.
- Ammonia-safe PPE
- Subfloor removal & sealing
- Parasite control
- Odor elimination
What is animal hoarding cleanup?
Animal hoarding cleanup is the removal of animal feces, urine, hair, bedding and contaminated materials from a home where too many animals were kept. It often requires removing urine-saturated flooring and drywall, treating and sealing subfloors, controlling parasites, disinfecting all surfaces and eliminating ammonia odor.
When urine soaks into the structure
Animal hoarding situations often come to light through neighbors, animal control or a family member's visit. By then, urine has usually soaked through carpet and pad into the subfloor and sometimes into the bottom of walls. Ammonia levels can be high enough to irritate eyes and lungs, and feces can harbor parasites and bacteria.
Once animals are safely rehomed or removed, we clean the home to the structure. That usually means removing saturated flooring and drywall, treating and sealing subfloors, disinfecting every surface and eliminating odor at the source.
Signs of animal hoarding contamination
- Strong ammonia smell that burns the eyes
- Urine-stained or buckling floors
- Layers of feces or litter throughout rooms
- Fleas, mites or other parasites
- Animal hair and dander coating surfaces
- Stained baseboards and lower drywall
Health risks in animal hoarding homes
The air and the surfaces are both a problem.
Ammonia
High ammonia from urine irritates eyes, throat and lungs.
Zoonotic disease
Animal waste can carry bacteria and parasites that affect people.
Parasites
Fleas, mites and worms infest bedding, carpet and furniture.
Structural damage
Urine rots subfloors and damages drywall and framing.
Our animal hoarding cleanup process
Remove, treat, seal and verify.
Air & safety check
We ventilate, assess ammonia and set up respiratory protection.
Waste & debris removal
Feces, litter, bedding and soiled items are removed and bagged.
Flooring & drywall removal
Urine-saturated carpet, pad, flooring and lower drywall are removed.
Subfloor treatment
Enzyme treatment, disinfection and odor-blocking sealer are applied to subfloors and framing.
Disinfect & parasite control
All surfaces are disinfected and treated for parasites.
Odor verification
Hydroxyl or ozone treatment and a final odor check before rebuild.
What we clean and remove
Homes, rentals and businesses across Middle Tennessee
Homeowners & families
Families helping a loved one after animals are rehomed get the home safe again.
Landlords & property managers
Landlords facing a unit with too many pets get restoration and documentation.
Agencies, rescues & attorneys
Animal welfare groups, agencies and attorneys rely on us for post-seizure cleanup.
Animal hoarding cleanup in Nashville
Animal hoarding cleanups are some of the most physically demanding jobs we do, largely because urine gets into the structure of the home. Surface cleaning alone will not solve the odor or the health risk. Removing saturated materials and sealing what remains is the only reliable fix.
We coordinate with families, animal welfare organizations, landlords and contractors so the home moves from cleanup to rebuild without delays.
As with every hoarding job, we work respectfully and discreetly.
Discreet, documented, done right the first time
24/7 local response
A Nashville-based crew answers day or night, including weekends and holidays, and can usually be on site the same day.
Unmarked vehicles
No logos, no sirens, no attention. Neighbors, tenants and guests do not need to know why we are there.
Full PPE & safety protocols
Technicians follow OSHA bloodborne pathogen and hazard communication standards on every job.
Licensed waste transport
We are licensed to transport regulated medical waste, so contaminated materials are removed and disposed of properly.
Insurance-friendly
Photo documentation and itemized scopes help with claims. See how insurance coverage works.
Clear pricing
You get a written scope before work begins. Learn what drives cleanup cost.
Animal Hoarding Cleanup near you
We serve all of Nashville and Davidson County plus the six surrounding counties. See every location on our service areas page.
Animal Hoarding Cleanup questions
Straight answers to what people ask us most. More in our biohazard cleanup FAQ.
Talk to a technicianDo you remove the animals?
No. Animals should be rehomed or removed by the owner, family, rescue groups or animal control before cleanup.
Can the floors be saved?
Hard flooring can sometimes be cleaned, but urine-saturated carpet, pad and subfloor usually need removal or sealing.
Is ammonia dangerous?
High ammonia levels can irritate the eyes and lungs. Limit time inside and ventilate before entering.
Do you treat for fleas and parasites?
Yes. Parasite treatment is part of our disinfection process.
Can you get rid of the smell for good?
Yes, by removing saturated materials, treating and sealing the structure, and verifying odor removal.
Do you do repairs?
We complete demolition and cleanup and can coordinate with contractors for rebuild.
More hoarding cleanup services
Often needed alongside animal hoarding cleanup
Need animal hoarding cleanup today?
Call any time, day or night. We will walk you through what to do right now, give you a clear plan, and get a crew moving.