What Happens During a Crime Scene Cleanup?
Dealing with the aftermath of a traumatic event is never easy. When a crime occurs, the scene often needs more than just an investigation—it requires professional cleaning to restore the area to a safe, livable condition. Crime scene cleanup isn’t just about scrubbing away visible stains—it’s a highly specialized process that involves biohazard removal, decontamination, and ensuring public safety. At ERX (Emergency Restoration Xperts), we understand that these situations are emotional, stressful, and overwhelming. Whether the cleanup is needed after a violent crime, suicide, unattended death, or other biohazard exposure, our trained professionals handle each job with discretion, professionalism, and compassion. So, what actually happens during a crime scene cleanup? Here’s everything you need to know. Step 1: Securing & Assessing the Scene Before any cleaning can begin, the crime scene must be cleared by law enforcement. Once the investigation is complete and authorities allow entry, our cleanup team assesses