Are you in the middle of a foreclosure cleaning nightmare? Let’s be real. Foreclosure forces occupants out of a property, usually in a last minute rush. Broken items, rooms vandalized and properties soiled with dirt are all very common foreclosure cleaning problems, and sadly, this is the tip of the iceberg.
You’re going to need to haul heavy items out of the home, sanitize the property, all while making sure that the building isn’t damaged in the process. We’re talking about a virtual nightmare for realtors, banks and investors.
Foreclosure Cleanup Terms to Grapple With
All of these hazards and damages could be lurking behind the door of your next foreclosed property:
Health Hazards: A form of debris that holds the potential to harm humans and contaminate.
Safety Hazards: Missing handrails, sagging ceiling, flooring that can pose a trip hazard, hanging gutters, uncapped gas lines and wires, broken steps…
Theft/ Vandalism Damages: Stolen copper plumbing supply lines, graffiti, holes in walls caused during the theft of electrical wiring or plumbing, broken/ kicked in doors, broken windows, stolen electrical wiring, etc.
Water Damage: Water stains, water logged carpet, freeze damaged plumbing pipes, flood caused by sump pump failure.
Roof Damage: Missing shingles or missing flashing that is causing an active roof leak.
Fire Damage: Damage caused by fire or smoke.
Storm Damage: Damage caused by flood, hail, wind, fallen trees, etc. A
Trashout: Removing interior and exterior debris and abandoned personal belongings.
A Foreclosure Cleaning Company You Can Trust
As of January, 2013, 1.5 million homes were in the foreclosure process or were owned by banks or a federal agency. Additionally, 1.8 million homeowners were delinquent by at least sixty days on their mortgages. Although the housing market has shown more recent signs of recovery, these numbers continue to remain high.
Two decades ago, banks generally took care of foreclosed and abandoned properties themselves. But as the mortgage industry spiked, lenders began parceling out the work to a handful of large field services companies which built out networks of subcontractors in states across the country.
Now, with both oversight and pay at a minimum, conditions are ripe for those willing to commit fraud and cut corners. Best case scenario, you will be charged for work done poorly, or not done at all. Worst case scenario, you might have a lawsuit on your hands, as this little known industry is known for recklessness.
One example of such recklessness was the tribulations of a widowed woman named Marie Osborne, according to the Huffington Post. The bank had mistakenly labeled her house as foreclosed. However it was not. A foreclosure cleanup crew arrived, and although a cursory review would have suggested to anyone that this house wasn’t abandoned, Osborne was surprised to discover her doors had been padlocked, and her belongings ransacked upon arrival at home. Several expensive items had been stolen – a grandfather clock, an antique gold mirror and several televisions.
About InterWorld Foreclosure Cleaning Staff:
Rest assured, our foreclosure clean out crews are diligent, ethical, law abiding, and ready to complete the task at hand quickly and painlessly for you.
- Strong Administrative Support – Have a question or concern? No problem, we offer 24/7, 365 day service for you.
- We can prepare special invoices and reports to prevent misunderstandings and to encourage accountability and honesty.
Highly Experienced and Trained Staff
- We perform random employee audits and read feedback from customer surveys to ensure that customer service is on point, and that you are receiving value for your investment.
- Our staff are thoroughly versed in all of the elements of the cleaning industry and are motivated to do work for you that exceeds your expectations.
- We’ve got you covered with insurance, bonds and licenses. We are professional cleaners who want to protect your business and property.
Are you in the middle of a foreclosure cleaning nightmare? Let’s be real. Foreclosure forces occupants out of a property, usually in a last minute rush. Broken items, rooms vandalized and properties soiled with dirt are all very common foreclosure cleaning problems, and sadly, this is the tip of the iceberg.
