How many people do you know that have junk and boxes piled up so high in their garage that they are unable to park their car inside? Have a basement that is more like a labyrinth than living space with junk around every corner, or a backyard shed that is no longer useable?

Spring time is a great time to get rid of all of your unwanted junk and free up your living space, so it can be enjoyed! Not only is junk an unsightly space waster, it is also a fire hazard. Just think of some of the items you store throughout your home, boxes of old clothes, books and linens, old or broken appliances and electronics, E-waste and old furniture. The list of items removed from people’s homes is lengthy and sometimes odd! Nonetheless, it is easy to see how storing these items in your home can be dangerous, adding fuel to any potential fire.

According to Fire Prevention Canada, residential fires are one of the greatest threats to the health and safety of your family, accounting for 73% of total fire deaths in Canada. One of the best ways to protect your family from this risk is to be proactive and have your junk removed from your garage, basement or shed this spring.

There are a number of benefits associated with junk removal aside from fire prevention. Storing old clothes and linens can accelerate the growth of molds and give dust mites more room to grow. Both of these allergens can cause discomfort in children and adults with asthma or breathing problems, giving you even more reason to be rid of the junk taking up space in your home.

If you are considering making a clean sweep in your home, not only will getting rid of your unwanted items free up precious space, it will also help you make a fresh start this spring!

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