Unattended Death Cleanup
- Local Company
- Discrete & Confidential in Unmarked Trucks
- Covered by Most Insurance
- FAST 24/7/365 Service
- No Out of Pocket Costs in Most Cases
- Trusted by Local, County, State & Federal Law Agencies
- Licensed by CA Dept. of Public Health
Residential • Commercial • Vehicles
Unattended Death Cleanup
- Local Company
- Discrete & Confidential in Unmarked Trucks
- Covered by Most Insurance
- FAST 24/7/365 Service
- No Out of Pocket Costs in Most Cases
- Trusted by Local, County, State & Federal Law Agencies
- Licensed by CA Dept. of Public Health
Residential • Commercial • Vehicles
Boats & Marinas • Airplanes & Airports
Unattended Death Cleanup
It is a sad reality that sometimes people pass away and no one knows about it for days or weeks. Usually it’s the strong smell that brings people to the realization that something has gone terribly wrong. Bio SoCal’s emergency service is available 24/7 to respond to your home or business or to answer any questions you have.
Types of Death
- After Death Cleaning
- Accidental Death
- Natural Death
- Suicide
- Unattended Death
Who Takes Care of the Unattended Death Cleanup?
Death cleanup needs to be handled by trained and licensed professionals. All body fluids and tissue are considered biohazard materials and must be handled and disposed of according to strict regulation and protocol mandated by the California Department of Public Health. Bio SoCal has a Trauma Scene Waste Management Practitioners license and can legally cleanup, transport and dispose of the biohazard waste resulting from a death cleanup.
How Much Does It Cost?
If you have homeowner’s insurance chances are that there will be no out of pockets costs. In most cases we have been successful in getting approval by homeowner’s insurance to cover the cost of our services as well as the replacement of any items that are contaminated and need to be removed and disposed of. We will file the claim on your behalf to cover our services and submit an inventory of any items that are removed or not able to be recovered due to biohazard contamination. Unlike most biohazard companies, Bio SoCal also works with victim’s assistance and compensation programs to further assist you. If you do not have insurance or are a property manager please call us for a free estimate.
What Is The Death Cleanup Process?
The Bio SoCal technicians will remove all remaining bodily fluids and objects that that came in direct contact with the decomposing body including carpet, furniture, clothing, etc. Any objects that can be cleaned and disinfected will be thoroughly decontaminated and restored. The cleanup crew will remove everything else that is considered a biohazard or has absorbed the strong odor of decomposition. In some cases to fully remove the odor, it may be necessary to remove carpet, drapes, clothing, upholstered furniture and any other personal items that have absorbed the odor.
Lastly area will be ventilated and an ozone treatment will be implemented to assist in removing all remaining odors in the air and on hard surfaces. Within a short period of time the property will return to the way it was before the unfortunate event.
What Happens When a Body Is Undiscovered?
In hot weather it can take a mere 12 hours for a body to start decomposing. When the weather is cold and the room is closed, it can take longer, around 48-72 hours. Usually flies will find their way to the bodily fluids, lay their eggs, which will develop into larva and feed on the organic matter. This leads to cross contamination. Undiscovered death results in biohazard material that is left after the body has been removed. Typically a terrible odor sets in and affects everything in the area. The first step is to remediate the remaining biohazards followed by removing affected items that have absorbed the odor. Lastly, an odor removal system is implemented to remove the remaining odor in the air and hard surfaces.
What Is the Coroner’s Seal on the Door?
When an unattended death occurs and the next of kin is not immediately available, police will conduct an investigation and the coroner removes the body. Once that is complete, the coroner places a seal on the door to the property to safeguard the interior until the legal representation of the deceased arrives. Only the police, coroner, or legal representative (usually next of kin) are legally allowed to break the seal. Even if a property needs to be cleaned and biohazards removed, the property owner must wait until the seal is legally broken. At Bio SoCal, we’ll work with the coroner’s office and police department to decontaminate the property while abiding by state and federal laws.
The Best Decomposition and Unattended Death Clean Up Company in Southern California
Bio SoCal has extensive experience in death cleanup resulting from undiscovered and decomposition events. Bio SoCal has a Trauma Scene Waste Management Practitioners license and can legally cleanup, transport and dispose of the biohazard waste resulting from a death cleanup.
Bio SoCal is widely recognized as the premier biohazard cleaning company in Southern California. With our unparalleled expertise and trusted reputation for quality biohazard cleanup, we are here to make a hard situation easier for all involved. Government agencies such as local police departments, the FBI, military branches, and the Department of Defense regularly rely on us for emergency cleanup and safe handling of hazardous materials. Other organizations who routinely call on us include infrastructure and utility companies, Public Works, the Employment Development Department (EDD), and the California Department of Transportation. With calm and compassion as well as a focus on protecting your privacy, we work quickly and efficiently to ensure all biohazards are removed and your property is safe. Bio SoCal holds a Trauma Scene Waste Management Practitioners License issued by the California Department of Public Health (TSW#493) and we strictly follow all state and federal mandated procedures. With our years of experience and training, we pride ourselves on being at the top of the list when unattended deaths occur.
Cross-Contamination
When flies land in body fluids and the fly and land in other parts of the house, cross-contamination occurs.
Mattress Removal After An Unattended Death
When someone has died on a mattress, particularly if the person wasn’t found for a time, the aftermath of a death often involves bodily fluids created during the decomposition process that can permeate all layers below a body including blankets and mattresses. The mattress will need to be deconstructed whereby the biohazards are removed from the mattress, put in red bags, and disposed of as medical waste. The remaining mattress can then be discarded as regular trash. Bio SoCal provides the entire service of deconstruction of the mattress and then properly disposing of the mattress.
Helpful Resources After A Death
Navigating the Stages of Grief
At Bio SoCal, we are dedicated to supporting you by ensuring a safe environment while you navigate through the stages of grief. From the initial stages of shock and loss after an unattended death occurs, all the way through disbelief, anger, and fear, we understand emotions can be intense. With respect, compassion, and understanding, we approach every person knowing they are going through some of the worst moments of their lives. By thoroughly disinfecting the affected area and ensuring safety, we help by eliminating the hazards and odor from the area so people can move in the space in safety, free to grieve without being in danger themselves. By understanding the stages of grief, people can treat their own process with compassion while understanding that what they are feeling is normal and there is a path forward, even if they can’t see it in the immediate aftermath. In our experience of unattended death cleanup throughout Southern California, our team has worked with people at all stages of grief. No matter where someone is at, we treat every person with patience as they navigate through guilt, self-blame, depression, or withdrawal. If you’re going through the grief of an unattended death, count on us to manage the necessary environmental restorations while you navigate through your grief process.
Death Certificates
When a loved one passes away, obtaining multiple certified copies of the death certificate is crucial for managing the legal and financial aspects of their estate. A death certificate, issued by a government agency, legally confirms the death and is necessary for closing accounts, transferring funds, and processing claims with banks, insurance companies, and various government agencies. In California, the process involves applying for certified copies through the California Department of Public Health and paying a fee for each copy. Estate executors should think through how many copies they’ll need and request these copies promptly to avoid delays, as processing can take weeks. Include one or two extra copies in case an account is missed. Organizations that need a certified copy or a photocopy can include probate courts, lawyers, the Social Security Administration, insurance companies, financial institutions, and various government agencies. Despite being a challenging task during a time of grief, securing death certificates is an important step to take to settle the estate as quickly and as easily as possible.
Southern California Counties Served
Los Angeles County
Phone: (310) 773-4599
Riverside County
Phone: (951) 534-5899
Phone: (760) 565-5900
San Bernardino County
Phone: (909) 332-5800
Ventura County
Phone: (805) 852-1600
Orange County
Phone: (714) 831-0088
Phone: (949) 424-6299
Santa Barbara County
Phone: (805) 852-1600
Kern County(Parts of)
Phone: (805) 852-1600
San Diego County (Parts Of)
Phone: (760) 565-5900
100% of Bio SoCal’s business is Biohazard Cleanup and Hoarding Remediation as opposed to competitors and restoration companies that focus on smoke, fire, mold, and water and do very little biohazard remediation and decontamination but bid on work as “filler” without the proper training or experience.
Bio SoCal is proud to take care of biohazard situations that require the most extreme professionalism and discretion. Here at Bio SoCal We understand that a biohazard cleaining situation, no matter the size, can be an overwhelming situation that many have never had to deal with. Untreated biohazard situations can get worse and pose dangerous biological hazards if not taken care of properly by a licensed, insured, and well vetted company.
