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Unattended Death Service Overview

Sometimes a person passes away alone in their home, vehicle, or another location, and their death goes unnoticed for an extended amount of time. This is known as an unattended death. As time passes, the natural decomposition process sets in, leading to the release of putrid odors, the growth of bacteria, and the emergence of various hazardous health conditions. Addressing such circumstances requires the expertise of professional biohazard cleanup specialists.

Premier Unattended Death Cleanup Services

Most people will never have to deal with the discovery of an unattended death, but if you ever find yourself in that situation, BioteamOR is here to assist you. We specialize in professional death cleanup services, handling situations that nobody should ever have to witness. Our highly skilled team is fully equipped to thoroughly clean, disinfect, and restore your home, ensuring it is safe to enter once again – contact us at (503) 461-4083 for assistance. We strictly follow OSHA protocols, provide our staff with appropriate personal protective equipment, and train them in accordance with the current IICRC cleaning standards. While we cannot undo the tragic event that has occurred, we are dedicated to doing everything we can to help you swiftly and safely move forward from this experience.

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Unattended Death Cleanup Process

When dealing with an unattended death cleanup, we typically encounter a situation where the body has significantly deteriorated. The rate of decay can be influenced by various factors such as humidity, temperature, weather conditions, cause of death, and the location where the death occurred. Once the police department has cleared the area, we can begin our cleanup process.

  • Hazard Assessment – Before cleaning can begin, a senior technician will do a free inspection to assess the extent of the damage. We understand that the sights and smells associated with an unattended death can be highly distressing, and we strive to shield you from that experience as much as possible. We will provide you with an overview of the required work and retrieve any necessary documents promptly. If the incident requires an insurance claim, we will assist you in filing it with your insurance company. If the incident occurs in an apartment, we will collaborate with management, providing them with a detailed account of the damage extent.

  • Remove Biohazard Source – In most cases, blood, bodily fluids, and odor-causing bacteria will have affected various items and surfaces near the body. This includes personal belongings, furniture, and the home’s structure. In cases where the flooring is sealed and undamaged, we can usually clean and disinfect it without removal. However, if blood or bodily fluids have penetrated the subfloor, the flooring will need to be taken out. In severe situations, we may even have to remove the subfloor to effectively eliminate biohazardous materials from the property.

  • Decontamination & Cleanup – Once the contamination source has been removed and prepared for transport to an approved medical waste disposal facility, the rest of the cleanup process can begin. We employ a combination of techniques, tools, and chemicals to ensure that the entire home has been treated and is free from the severe health risks associated with an unattended death.

  • Odor Control – The decomposition process produces a strong and unpleasant odor that can permeate the entire home. Our cleanup process aims to reduce the odor levels, and we also provide additional odor treatment services as necessary, such as using specialized machines, fogging, and occasionally utilizing offsite laundry services.

It is our responsibility to guarantee that your home is safe to re-enter once our services are complete. This involves thorough disinfection of the entire home, sometimes even down to the concrete foundation. Our cleaning protocols align with the standards set by the IICRC (Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification), and we conduct ATP testing to ensure that we have met or exceeded these standards.

Related Services

Our team consists of claims specialists, and an attorney to assist you with all needs that may arise from beginning to end. We are available 24/7/365.

Odor Removal

Odors caused by death or decomposition require professional attention to ensure that they don’t return. Our odor treatment process will address those malodors and help the home to be habitable again.

Mold Testing & Cleanup

Molds can grow anywhere that moisture is present. Certain molds can produce toxins and can cause adverse health effects in humans and animals. We can help identify problem areas in the home, remove the growth, treat the area, and help plan preventative measures.

Vehicle Cleanup

People pass away in their vehicles more often than we’d like to admit. Our technicians are experienced and able to remove the biohazardous material and completely disinfect the vehicle.

Frequently Asked Questions

We can address the impact on personal belongings, furniture, walls, and anything near the body caused by odor or direct contact with odor-causing bacteria. Porous items contaminated with blood or bodily fluids will be documented and disposed of properly. Non-porous items can typically be disinfected and saved.

That will depend on your personal preference and your insurance policy. In the case of an unattended death in a vehicle, we may need to remove and disinfect the entire interior. If remediation is covered, we will coordinate with your insurance company and the vehicle repair facility.

Unfortunately, unattended deaths do occur frequently, but advancements in technology and increased awareness may have potentially reduced their occurence.

BioteamOR serves much of western Oregon, including Eugene, Salem, and the Portland metro area.