Source remediation comes first
Odor treatment alone does not resolve contaminated materials. The affected area should first be evaluated for biological residue and materials that may require removal or remediation.
Common parts of the process
The exact scope depends on the property and how far contamination has spread.
- Locate affected materials
- Remove materials that cannot be adequately remediated
- Clean impacted surfaces
- Address residual odor after source cleanup
Help for unattended death scenes
Decomposition cleanup often overlaps with unattended death cleanup. If that is the situation, wait until the property has been released by the appropriate authorities before cleanup begins.
Important: If there is immediate danger, an active crime scene, or a medical emergency, call 911. When law enforcement is involved, cleanup should begin only after the scene has been released.