Of course, our beloved pets are a very important part of our family, but did you know, when left untreated, their waste can often cause damage to both our property and health? Besides leaving an unsightly mess and foul odor, pet waste can seep into carpets and floors creating toxic waste. And, while this toxic waste sits deep in our floors or under our carpets it can begin to compromise our family’s health.
The Dangers of Cat Feces
Toxoplasmosis results from infection with a common parasite found in cat feces. It can cause serious complications in people with weakened immune systems and pregnant women. Because Toxoplasma’s infectious organisms are secreted only in cat feces, wild and domestic cats are the parasite's ultimate host. Although you can't "catch" toxoplasmosis from an infected child or adult, you can become infected if you: come into contact with cat feces that contain the parasite, or you may accidentally ingest the parasites if you touch your mouth after gardening, cleaning a litter box, or touching anything that has come in contact with infected cat feces.
When Dog Waste Turns Toxic
On top of an overwhelming stench and attracting heaps of flies, dog feces also carries disease-causing bacteria. This bacteria can then be transmitted directly to humans via insects or even through the air we breathe. These diseases, such as ringworm, roundworm, and salmonella can make you and your family very ill. Roundworm is one of the most common parasites found in dog waste, and it can remain infectious in contaminated soil and water for years.
How Our Maryland Team Cleans Animal Waste
If a property has a collection of pet waste, for whatever reason, it’s best to call in the professionals to help take care of the situation. Our team can assist in the removal, cleaning, and sanitizing of soiled areas within your home. Here are the steps our team will follow to discreetly and professionally clean up pet waste:
• First Inspection: Once you’ve got in touch with us, we’ll set up a time for the initial inspection of the property. After this has been completed, we will then determine the extent of the damage and discuss a suitable plan of action with you.
• Remove and Dispose of Waste: We will quickly and efficiently clear your property and properly dispose of any pet waste. We also dispose of any materials that may have come into contact with pet urine or feces.
• Clean and Sanitize: Using only the best practices, products, and equipment our Steri-Clean® team will then deeply clean, disinfect, and sanitize all the affected areas in and around your property.
• Eliminate any Odors and Traces: Regular household cleaning can often result in lingering odors and traces that can eventually turn toxic. Calling in a professional means that after thorough cleaning and disinfecting, all traces and odors have been completely eliminated.
Contact Steri-Clean® For Your Animal Waste Cleanup Needs
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Do you or a loved one’s property have a problem with excessive pet waste? Or perhaps your tenants have not looked after your property? Steri-Clean® is always here to help, we can offer once-off cleanups as well as weekly or monthly service calls. Call us today to find out more. 1-888-577-7206.
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