Choosing the Best Dallas Crime Scene Cleanup Company

5/17/2019 (Permalink)

A crime or death scene can be a sensitive situation for more reasons than one. In addition to the struggle a victim or loved one might feel in the aftermath, there are many other factors they deal with such as media exposure and messy, hazardous materials. When someone is in a position like this, a restoration professional should perform trauma and crime scene cleanup.

But, what’s important to remember is that not all Dallas cleanup firms are created equal. The ideal business is going to have extensive knowledge of the proper protocols as well as the etiquette in dealing with hard circumstances. If you find your home or business is affected by a crime or death, and you’re in need of an experienced cleanup company, here’s what to expect. (Don’t settle for less).

When The Police and Coroners Leave

In many cases, the assistance of a cleanup business is required as soon as the police or coroners are finished with the scene. For example, there are several instances in which SERVPRO of North Irving is called in to provide assistance:

• Homicide
• Suicide
• Accidental death
• Accidents with traumatic injuries
• Unattended death
• Damage caused by graffiti and vandalism

We’ve performed crime scene cleanup in all types of environments including homes, vehicles, commercial buildings, police stations, jails, gyms, hotels, medical offices, and many more. Besides the damage left by the crime itself, materials may be left behind by police and other investigators. In addition to cleaning up bodily fluids and tissue, we deal with residue from fire extinguishers, pepper spray, tear gas, and fingerprint powder.

It’s crucial to have a company that is well trained in a variety of conditions. Additionally, technicians need to have keen attention to detail. If one bit of material is missed, it can potentially result in unhealthy and unsafe conditions.

Dallas Biohazard Cleanup and Restoration

Speaking of unsafe conditions, it’s essential to hire specialists with expertise in dealing with biohazards. The EPA and OSHA have specific guidelines for cleaning and disposal that must be followed. A top-notch operation should be able to handle an array of crime scene cleanup and restoration services.

Infectious Substances

When a crime involves injury or death, there may be a decent amount of nasty stuff present on surfaces including waste, infectious disease, and bloodborne pathogens. It’s not enough to remove this material like you would in a normal cleaning situation. These substances must be specially cleaned, disinfected, and deodorized according to strict regulations.

Meth Lab Residue

Methamphetamines are produced with harmful chemicals. Unfortunately, the drug doesn’t have to be present in order for dangerous chemicals to cause trouble. Residue from the meth-making process can stick to walls and other spaces. Such residue is not only flammable but also detrimental to your health.

It’s worth noting that meth is not the only illegal substance that can cause problems. Other drugs can produce chemical dangers as well and should also be professionally cleaned.

Animal Biohazards

That’s right — trauma and crime scene cleanup isn’t restricted to matter left behind by humans. Animal carcasses and waste can also be harmful and need to be cleaned with care.

Damage Mitigation

There are instances when the damage caused by a crime or trauma can result in further damage if not properly addressed. These types of issues should also be a focus. After all, when a tragedy occurs, the last thing a victim wants to deal with is restoring a property.

A cleanup specialist should assist and may offer services such as boarding up sections of a structure, tarping a roof, removing and replacing floors and subflooring, and building reconstruction (if damage is significant enough where portions of a building need to be rebuilt).

Availability, Compassion, and Professionalism

Crime and death can happen anywhere and at any time. When the authorities have finished their investigative processes and the scene becomes ready for the cleaning and removal of contaminated items, a specialist needs to respond immediately. An ideal company should be available for emergency crime scene cleanup 24 hours a day and 7 days a week.

Also, it’s not enough to be trained in the physical process of crime and death scene cleanup. A technician must also understand how to appropriately communicate with victims in a compassionate manner. Often times, loved ones and victims are emotionally overwhelmed by the terrible situation and need empathy.

Reach Out to Our Dallas Crime Scene Cleanup Professionals

At our SERVPRO location in Dallas, technicians are taught how to navigate a delicate circumstance like a death scene. In some cases, there may be a concern about media attention. We work to be quick and discreet in order to preserve a victim’s privacy. This means we’ll work on a project late at night, throughout the night, and on the weekends.

Plus, our additional services set us apart from other companies that offer crime scene cleanup services:

• If requested, arriving on the property in an unmarked vehicle
• Arranging for the technician to gain access when loved ones are not present (i.e. a key via lockbox)Assessing other areas of the property
• Organizing, packing, and documenting items and moving them to a storage facility
• Delivering stored items to another location
• If loved ones decide to sell an affected property, removing all possessions from the home and storing them in our cleaning facility
• Throwing away unwanted items
• If requested, cleaning the HVAC system and air ducts

In case you’re wondering why we can speak to this subject, SERVPRO is an affordable, full-service business that has been serving the Dallas area for over three decades. With us, you don’t need to worry about hiring one firm for cleanup and another for reconstruction. We can do it all.

On top of crime and death scene cleanup, we specialize in mold remediation, and water and fire damage restoration. Our technicians are certified and work with state-of-the-art techniques and equipment. We’re available day or night, every day of the year. So, if you should find yourself in need of a company to provide crime scene cleanup or other restoration services, call us at (972) 986-7677 or contact us online.