Homicide Cleanup Services in Oregon
Olimpia Biohazard and Restoration provides immediate, discreet, and certified Homicide Cleanup services to families and property owners in Portland, Corvallis, Lake Oswego, Gresham, Hillsboro, Beaverton, St. Johns, The Dalles, and surrounding areas. We restore safety to properties affected by violent crimes.
Restoring Safety After a Violent Crime
When a homicide or violent crime occurs, the aftermath is chaotic and traumatic. Once the first responders, police, and forensic investigators leave, the burden of cleaning the scene falls entirely on the property owner. This is often a shock to families who assume the authorities will handle the sanitization.
A homicide scene is a complex biohazard environment. It often involves not just biological fluids, but also investigation residues like fingerprint powder, luminol, and tear gas. Our certified team takes over where the police leave off, ensuring that all physical traces of the tragedy are removed so you can begin the process of moving forward.
Why You Must Avoid DIY Cleanup
Cleaning up after a violent crime is legally and medically hazardous for an untrained individual.
Psychological Impact: Cleaning the scene of a loved one’s death is a traumatic event that can lead to long-term psychological distress. We protect you from this experience. scretion, ensuring both safety and peace of mind across Oregon. Future buyers—let our experts ensure the air and surfaces are safe.
Forensic Residue Hazards: Fingerprint dust is incredibly difficult to clean. It is a fine, graphite-like powder that smears and stains instantly if wiped with standard cloths. It requires specialized vacuums and chemical sponges to remove without ruining walls and furniture.
Pathogen Exposure: Biological fluids from a violent event often spray or splatter, reaching ceilings, light fixtures, and HVAC vents. These fluids can carry Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, and HIV.
Our Homicide Remediation Process
We follow a rigorous forensic cleaning protocol to ensure the property is returned to a safe, pre-incident condition.
Odor Neutralization: Violent scenes often leave lingering metallic odors. We use hydroxyl generators to oxidize these airborne particles, leaving the air neutral and clean.
Site Security & Assessment: We arrive in discreet vehicles and wait for the official release of the scene by law enforcement if the investigation is ongoing. We then map out the contamination zones.
Biohazard & Debris Removal: We carefully remove contaminated porous items (carpeting, drywall, furniture) and seal them in marked biohazard containers for legal transport.
Forensic Residue Cleanup: We utilize specific techniques to lift and remove fingerprint powder and tear gas residue from walls and surfaces without embedding them further.
Deep Disinfection: We apply OSHA-compliant, hospital-grade sterilants to kill all bloodborne pathogens on contact.
Services We Provide
We offer a specialized range of services tailored to the unique needs of crime scenes.
Insurance Coordination: We work directly with your insurance provider or the Oregon Crime Victims’ Compensation Program to secure funding.
Violent Crime Scene Remediation: Comprehensive cleaning of homes, businesses, or public spaces affected by assaults or homicides.
Fingerprint Dust Removal: We specialize in the difficult removal of graphite and aluminum-based forensic powders used by investigators.
Tear Gas & Pepper Spray Cleanup: If a standoff occurred, we neutralize the irritating chemical residues (CS gas) that adhere to walls and furniture.
Blood & Fluid Decontamination: We handle the safe removal of biological matter in compliance with OSHA standards.
Emergency Vehicle Cleaning: We sanitize patrol cars or private vehicles involved in violent incidents.
Trauma & Suicide Support: For related services, our team also handles Suicide Cleanup and general Trauma Scene remediation.
Immediate, Professional Response
When the worst happens, you need a team that is calm, capable, and certified. Olimpia Biohazard and Restoration serves Portland, Corvallis, Lake Oswego, Gresham, Hillsboro, Beaverton, St. Johns, The Dalles, and surrounding areas with 24/7 emergency response.
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Do the police clean up the crime scene?
No. Law enforcement officials collect evidence, but they do not clean or sanitize the property. Once they remove the yellow tape, the responsibility for cleaning biological hazards and investigation residue (like fingerprint dust) belongs to the property owner.
Who pays for homicide cleanup in Oregon?
In many cases, homeowners’ insurance covers the structural cleanup and restoration of the property. If insurance is unavailable, the Oregon Crime Victims’ Compensation Program (CVCP) offers financial assistance up to $2,500 for crime scene cleanup costs. We can help you.
How do you handle fingerprint dust?
Fingerprint dust is notoriously difficult to clean because it is designed to stick. We use HEPA vacuums and “dry sponge” techniques to lift the powder before using any liquid cleaners. Using water or regular spray cleaners first will turn the dust into ink and permanently stain your walls.
Is it safe to stay in the house?
We generally recommend staying with friends, family, or at a hotel during the remediation process, especially if tear gas or significant biological hazards are present. We work quickly to make the home safe for your return.
Are you discreet?
Yes. We understand the sensitivity of a homicide investigation. Our team uses unmarked vehicles and non-descript uniforms to maintain your privacy and avoid drawing attention from neighbors or media.