1. Safety first
The crew checks that the scene is cleared by police and then sets up protective barriers and equipment.
Lexington Park, Philadelphia, PA · Philadelphia County
Do you manage a property in Lexington Park where a homicide happened? Call (877) 812-4220. Homicide cleaning includes removal of contaminated materials, deep disinfection and odor control before reopening.
If anyone is in danger, call 911 first. For a suicide crisis, call or text 988.
Murder scene clean up goes well beyond surface cleaning. Fluids can soak into carpet, subfloor, drywall and furniture, and each material needs the right removal and disinfection method.
Families, landlords and property managers in Lexington Park and the rest of Philadelphia County can get homicide cleanup done with care. You get crews in protective equipment who follow OSHA bloodborne pathogen rules and treat the property with respect. Call Lexington Park Biohazard Cleanup Help.
With 48% of homes in Philadelphia rented, property managers often get cleanup done quickly to make the unit safe again. About 83% of homes in Philadelphia were built before 1980, and older carpet, subfloor and wood trim absorb fluids deeply.
Homicide Cleanup in Lexington Park usually includes:
The crew checks that the scene is cleared by police and then sets up protective barriers and equipment.
Carpet, padding, drywall, mattresses and furniture that absorbed fluids are usually cut out and removed.
Contaminated materials are bagged and removed. Surfaces are treated with hospital-grade products and the air is cleaned.
Deodorizing and filtered air machines clear the smell so the space feels normal for whoever returns.
Homicide cleanup in Lexington Park, Philadelphia, PA typically costs $2,000 to $10,000, depending on the size of the affected area and the materials involved.
Porous materials such as mattresses, upholstery and drywall add labor and disposal costs, because each one is removed and hauled as medical waste.
| Type of job | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Violent crime scene | $2,500 - $9,000 |
| Smaller scene | $2,000 - $6,000 |
| Larger scene | $3,000 - $10,000 |
Estimates only, not a quote. Sources: Crime scene cleanup cost guide from a biohazard cleanup company, BioCleaners Directory. Price drivers include size of the scene, how deep fluids reached, number of rooms, waste disposal. Call (877) 812-4220 to talk through the job.
Yes, when the source is removed. Odor often comes from materials fluids soaked into, so crews take those out, then clean and deodorize the space. The air is filtered to finish the job.
Specialized homicide cleaners do. Police and investigators gather evidence and then leave. After the scene is released, the owner, family or estate can book a homicide cleanup crew to remove the hazards.
Ask what training the crew has, how waste is disposed of, what records you get and how privacy is protected. A good company explains each step in plain words and answers questions before work starts.
Expect to supply a bill or receipt, itemized costs and an insurance declaration page or a statement of no insurance. Ask the cleanup crew what paperwork you get. There is no fee to apply, and no lawyer is required.
Not the police or the medical examiner. They investigate and release the scene. Cleanup is a separate job for professional biohazard crews, hired by the property owner, a family member or a landlord.
They seal off the area, wear protective gear and remove soaked flooring, drywall and furniture. Hard surfaces are cleaned and disinfected. Waste is hauled as regulated medical waste, and the air is treated for odor.
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Private, respectful cleanup after the scene is released.
Call (877) 812-4220