Unattended Death Cleanup

Aftermath quickly and safely cleans, disinfects and deodorizes homes to help families move past the tragedy of unexpected loss and begin the healing process.

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Why Hire Aftermath for Biohazard Cleanup?

Unlike standard house or business cleaning, biohazard cleanup is a service that requires industry expertise, specialized equipment, and appropriate certifications. Aftermath has developed a 5-step disinfection process backed by more than 20 years of research and experience to ensure your home or business is void of health and safety risks.

Our discreet biohazard cleanup team handles all cases with compassion, professionalism, and efficiency. Aftermath serves the entire U.S. and is able to be at your doorstep within a few hours of your call.

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The Aftermath Remediation Process

Assess

We complete an initial walk-through and OSHA-mandated employee-safety hazard assessment of the scene.

Control and Setup

We use OSHA’s recommended cross-contamination protocol to control the affected area by securing and separating it from other parts of the structure.

Remove

We remove all visible traces of blood and biological materials from the affected area. This is the most dangerous step of the remediation process.

Clean, Disinfect, and Deodorize

After removal, we clean, disinfect, and deodorize affected surfaces using EPA-rated disinfectants.

Verify

Upon completion, we use adenosine triphosphate (ATP) testing technology to guarantee hospital-level standards of disinfection.

UNATTENDED DEATH CLEANUP PROCESS

The first step in the overall process of unattended death cleanup typically involves cleaning up the physical aftermath of the individual’s passing. This includes removing all blood, bodily fluids, biological materials and any other physical items that could be potentially harmful. At Aftermath Services, we go far beyond a standard deep clean with our multi-phase remediation process using EPA approved cleaning agents and testing technology.

Aftermath Service’s Unattended Death Cleanup Process

At Aftermath Services we have designed a multi-step remediation process and developed a line of proprietary, EPA approved, cleaning agents to protect the health and safety of our customers and their property. For more than 20 years, we have adhered to the highest standards in biohazard remediation to ensure that our customers and employees are fully protected. We stand by our work with a 100% Customer Satisfaction Guarantee. Our unattended death cleanup professionals are trained and experienced in cleaning, disinfecting and deodorizing your home or business.

UNATTENDED DEATH CLEANING

An unexpected loss is not something anyone can prepare for mentally or emotionally, particularly if the deceased was unaccompanied at the time of loss. With the passing come difficult realities, including the cleanup of a loved one’s home. Families need a dependable and experienced company like Aftermath Services to help after such a painful event. Our unattended death cleanup professionals clean, disinfect, and deodorize the impacted area to return the property to a safe, livable condition. These types of scenes can be contaminated with large amounts of blood and body fluids that may contain harmful bloodborne pathogens, including HIV, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and MRSA. We quickly and safely clean and disinfect homes to help families move past tragedy and begin the healing process.

CLEANING & DISINFECTING AFTER AN UNATTENDED DEATH

Aftermath cleaning chemicals To many, bioremediation (alternatively, crime scene cleanup or death cleanup) may sound like standard cleaning. In reality, it refers to the removal, cleaning, and disinfection of blood, bodily fluids, and other potentially harmful pathogens in affected areas after a death, accident, or communicable disease outbreak. Because of the high exposure risk to bloodborne pathogens, unattended death cleanup is a specialty service that requires proper training, equipment, certification, and licensing.

What is an unattended death?

An unattended death occurs when a person dies and their body is not found for days, weeks, or even longer.

Will homeowners insurance cover unattended death cleanup?

When deciding on a policy, most homeowners are informed of what their insurance will cover and can decide on a level of coverage they are comfortable with. Although crime scene cleanup companies can handle the cleanup for you and are happy to make claims through your insurance provider, they cannot make guarantees regarding your coverage.

What are the hazards of cleaning an unattended death?

It's not safe to simply scrub floors or throw away items that have been affected — there's more to it than just cleaning. When a person dies, the natural process of decomposition begins relatively quickly, and potentially harmful bacteria are released into the affected area.

Is an autopsy required for an unattended death?

Unattended death is unique in many ways. Depending on the situation of a death an autopsy may be required or even requested. If an autopsy is requested, it is likely a corner will take on the responsibility of determining cause of death.

What happens when someone dies at home unexpectedly?

Losing someone unexpectedly is not something anyone can prepare for, especially if the deceased was unaccompanied when they passed. When the unexpected happens, the body will need to be removed and the surrounding area will need to be cleaned, disinfected and deodorized.

How do you clean a room after someone dies in it?

Cleaning after an unattended death or death in general requires bioremediation expertise. Blood, bodily fluids, and other harmful pathogens are handled by cleaning professionals since they have the training, expertise and equipment to handle a task like death cleaning.

IMPORTANCE OF HIRING A DEATH CLEANUP PROFESSIONAL

Aftermath Services adheres to OSHA regulations concerning bloodborne pathogens and practices universal precautions to protect our employees and customers. Our science-based process ensures that we contain the affected areas to prevent cross-contamination, remove all traces of blood and biological materials, disinfect and deodorize, and test to confirm that the affected areas are free of pathogens and bacteria. We are diligent and thorough because we understand that the health and safety of you and your family are on the line. When selecting an unattended death cleanup company, customers should utilize a checklist to ensure the company adheres to professional cleaning standards.

REAL PEOPLE, IMMEDIATE COMPASSIONATE ASSISTANCE

Not all biohazard companies are created equal – many are generalists, few are true experts. When biohazards, blood, and bodily fluids are involved, you need a dependable expert to ensure proper disinfection and protection from the potential spread of harmful pathogens.

We understand these are no ordinary circumstances, which is why when you call, one of our dedicated customer care advisors will always be available to answer questions and guide you through the remediation process. We will immediately dispatch a local field team for an on-site assessment, or if preferred, we will schedule an appointment time that is convenient for you. Contact us today for immediate assistance.

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