Hoarder Homes in Southwest Michigan

Preparing a hoarder home for sale can feel overwhelming. When a home is filled with excess belongings, trash, old furniture, damaged items, or years of accumulated clutter, most families don’t know where to start. It’s emotionally difficult, physically demanding, and often unsafe to handle without professional help.

EZE specializes in helping families and homeowners prepare hoarder homes in Southwest Michigan for a safe, respectful, and profitable market sale. Our team handles the clean-out, repairs, cleaning, organization, and home-preparation process from start to finish. Most importantly, we fund the work upfront so the homeowner never pays out-of-pocket during the process.

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What a Hoarder or Overfilled Home Looks Like

Homes affected by hoarding disorder or long-term clutter often share the same challenges. These may include:

  • Rooms filled wall-to-wall with belongings

  • Furniture buried or inaccessible

  • Clothing, paperwork, or boxes piled throughout the home

  • Food waste or expired items in the kitchen

  • Pet-related damage or strong odors

  • Mold, mildew, or water damage from blocked vents or plumbing

  • Flooring hidden under debris

  • Limited access to appliances, doors, or hallways

  • Safety issues such as trip hazards or blocked exits

These issues are extremely common in hoarder homes in Southwest Michigan and are nothing to be ashamed of. EZE handles all situations with compassion and complete confidentiality.

Why Hoarder Homes Need Special Care Before Selling

Selling a hoarder home “as-is” often results in heavily discounted offers from cash buyers or investors who prey on stressed homeowners. These offers typically range 30%–70% below true market value.

Families often feel embarrassed, overwhelmed, or unsure where to begin, which delays the sale or leads to rushed decisions.

EZE offers a better option.

We help families regain control respectfully and professionally, turning a cluttered or overfilled home into a safe, market-ready property that sells for its full potential value.

How EZE Helps With Hoarder Homes in Southwest Michigan

Our process is built specifically for situations that require patience, sensitivity, and structured cleanup.

We Start With a Gentle, Respectful Walk-Through

Hoarding situations can be emotional. We provide a private, judgment-free evaluation to understand the home’s condition and your goals.

We Create a Clean-Out and Repair Plan

We determine what needs to be removed, what can be donated, and what items the homeowner wishes to keep. Then we map out essential repairs and cleaning.

We Fund All Cleanup and Repairs Upfront

EZE pays for junk removal, cleaning, hauling, repairs, and updates. You repay nothing until the home sells.

We Manage the Full Clean-Out

Our team handles sorting, organizing, donating, recycling, and responsibly disposing of unwanted items. We work room by room with a structured approach.

We Provide Safety-Focused Home Repairs

After the home is cleared, we address critical issues such as drywall repair, flooring fixes, electrical updates, or plumbing repairs.

We Deep Clean the Entire Property

A thorough cleaning resets the home, improves air quality, removes odors, and prepares the space for photography and showings.

We Prepare the Home for Listing

When the home is clean and repaired, we assist with staging, minor décor, and coordination with your Realtor.

Families or homeowners dealing with hoarder homes in Southwest Michigan gain a partner who handles every detail.

We Coordinate All Contractors

We Fund the Prep Work Upfront

We Manage the Timeline & Details

Services Commonly Used for Hoarder & Overfilled Homes

Because hoarder homes typically need multiple types of support, we offer a comprehensive service package.

Structured Sorting & Organization

  • Identifying items to keep, donate, or dispose of

  • Organizing important paperwork and valuables

  • Working with family members sensitively and respectfully

Full-Home Junk Removal

  • Removal of furniture, trash, clothing, and debris

  • Hauling services

  • Dumpster coordination

  • Donation pickup for usable items

Deep Cleaning & Sanitizing

  • Kitchen and bathroom sanitizing

  • Appliance cleaning

  • Odor treatment and air purification

  • Carpet cleaning or flooring replacement

  • Wall and surface cleaning

Essential Home Repairs

  • Patching drywall holes

  • Fixing water-damaged areas

  • Updating outdated fixtures

  • Replacing broken flooring

  • Small plumbing and electrical repairs

  • Exterior cleanup and restoration

Curb Appeal Improvements

  • Yard cleanup

  • Trimming overgrown landscaping

  • Hauling exterior debris

  • Porch and walkway cleaning

Staging & Listing Preparation

  • Rearranging furniture

  • Light décor placement

  • Pre-photography preparation

  • Creating a welcoming environment for buyers

Real Example: Hoarder Home Transformed in Southwest Michigan

A family in western Kalamazoo county inherited a home that had been overfilled and was not making progress getting in emptied and prepared for sale (which they needed to do quickly or face losing the home to foreclosure). Every room was packed with belongings, and the family felt embarrassed and overwhelmed. The house was about 20 years old and needed a cosmetic refresh.

EZE stepped in and:

  • Removed more than two dumpsters of belongings, junk, and trash
  • cleaned trash and junk from the yard/property
  • repaired drywall
  • Repainted the interior
  • replaced a couple interior and exterior doors
  • updated lighting
  • replaced hardware
  • replaced countertops, sinks, faucets
  • replaced flooring
  • Completed deep cleaning
  • Performed EZE staging
  • made landscaping improvements
  • supported the family through the sales process
  • made required inspection repairs and addressed requirements for the buyer’s VA home loan
  • caught up the mortgage when the executor discovered it hadn’t been getting paid and auction was scheduled
  • covered monthly mortgage payments until the house was sold
  • Prepared the home for a full market listing

The result?

The home sold for market value, the family was able to see the family home renewed and sell with dignity, and equity was preserved.

How Funding Works for Hoarder Homes in Southwest Michigan

You do not need to pay for cleanup or repairs upfront. That is one of the biggest challenges for families dealing with a hoarder home, and EZE removes that barrier.

  • EZE pays all cleanup and repair costs upfront

  • You pay nothing until the sale closes

  • Funds are repaid from the closing proceeds

  • Project scope is approved before it starts

  • You remain in full control of the home

This model allows homeowners to unlock their equity without financial risk.

Why Choose EZE Instead of Selling a Hoarder Home As-Is

Selling a hoarder home to a cash buyer might seem easier, but investors typically profit from your distress. EZE believes homeowners deserve better.

Families choose EZE because:

  • You sell for full market value

  • You avoid steep investor discounts

  • You receive compassionate, judgment-free support

  • You do not handle the cleanup yourself

  • You pay nothing upfront

  • You stay in control of the home

  • You protect your family’s equity

EZE transforms overwhelming situations into organized, manageable, profitable outcomes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you handle extreme hoarding situations?

Yes. We manage mild to severe cases with sensitivity and professionalism.

Can family members be involved in sorting items?

Absolutely. You can participate as much or as little as you prefer.

Do you work with out-of-state family members?

Yes. Many relatives live out of town. We keep everyone informed throughout the process.

How long does the transformation take?

Depending on severity, most hoarder homes can be prepared in 2–8 weeks.

Will you work with my existing Realtor?

Yes. EZE works smoothly with any Realtor of your choosing. If you don’t have one, we can help you find a reputable agent.

Can EZE help if I am behind on mortgage payments?

Yes. We help homeowners in various stages of mortgage delinquency.

Ready for Help With a Hoarder Home in Southwest Michigan?

You’re not alone—and you don’t need to handle this overwhelming situation by yourself.
Call or text (269) 415-4545 or click below to schedule a private, judgment-free walk-through.

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