1. Hard surfaces
Tile, sealed wood, glass and metal are cleaned and disinfected first because they are the easiest to restore.
Pasadena, CA · Los Angeles County
Facing murder scene cleanup in Pasadena as a family member, landlord or owner? Call (877) 812-4220. The cleanup covers bodily fluids, soaked flooring, residue and the paperwork insurers ask for.
If anyone is in danger, call 911 first. For a suicide crisis, call or text 988.
Homicide cleanup means restoring a home, business or vehicle after a death by violence. Trained hands handle the contamination so families can focus on grief, funeral plans and each other.
When a homicide leaves your property in Pasadena unsafe, you can call Pasadena Biohazard Cleanup Help at any hour. Cleanup technicians work across Los Angeles County day and night and explain each step in plain words.
About 9% of housing in Pasadena is vacant, so owners living elsewhere can get homicide cleanup set up by phone through a key holder. About 72% of homes in Pasadena were built before 1980, and older carpet, subfloor and wood trim absorb fluids deeply.
A typical homicide cleanup job includes:
Tile, sealed wood, glass and metal are cleaned and disinfected first because they are the easiest to restore.
Crews place barriers and protective sheeting and bring in the supplies they need for containment.
Contaminated materials are bagged and removed. Surfaces are treated with hospital-grade products and the air is cleaned.
A final inspection and a clear set of records finish the job, so the owner can move forward.
Most homicide cleanup jobs in Pasadena, CA cost between $2,000 and $10,000, based on published cost guides.
Homicide scenes vary a great deal in size. A contained area on sealed flooring is a smaller job than a scene that soaked into subfloor or furniture.
| Type of job | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Smaller scene | $2,000 - $6,000 |
| Violent crime scene | $2,500 - $9,000 |
| 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.
It should be left to professionals. Blood and body fluids carry bloodborne pathogens and often soak deeper than they look. A crew contains the area, removes contaminated materials, disinfects and treats odor.
Many families find support through victim services, counselors and faith communities. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988 anytime. The cleanup crew focuses on the property so you can focus on healing.
Many homeowners policies cover crime or death cleanup after the deductible, though some exclude certain cases. Renters policies often cover cleanup but not the building. Call your insurer before work starts and ask what applies.
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.
No, and it is not advised. Cleanup involves health risks and can be hard emotionally. Professional crews handle it so the family does not have to see or touch the affected area.
It includes blood cleanup, removal of soaked carpet, padding and drywall, disinfection, handling of debris and residue, and odor removal. Crews also sort personal property and document the work.
One call starts the process, and you do not have to describe what happened.
Call (877) 812-4220