Biohazard & Trauma Cleanup
Specialized cleanup of crime scenes, trauma, and biohazardous situations
Overview
Biohazard cleanup services charge $2,000-$25,000+ per job depending on scene size and contamination level.
Completing 8-30 jobs monthly generates $150,000-$700,000 annually with 50-70% margins after disposal, equipment, PPE, and specialized labor.
In 2025, trauma scenes, crime scenes, unattended deaths, and biohazard situations require specialized cleanup companies trained in bloodborne pathogens, OSHA compliance, and proper decontamination.
Services include crime scene and trauma cleanup, unattended death cleanup, suicide cleanup, infectious disease decontamination, hoarding with biohazards, meth lab decontamination, blood and bodily fluid removal, proper biohazard waste disposal, restoring scenes to safe condition, and working with law enforcement and insurance.
Successful businesses complete OSHA bloodborne pathogens training, get biohazard cleanup certifications, maintain compassionate professional demeanor, understand trauma and grief, provide 24/7 emergency response, work with law enforcement and coroners, and bill insurance companies.
Most jobs come from property owners, families, landlords, or insurance referrals after deaths, crimes, or traumatic events.
Highly specialized work requires strong stomach and emotional resilience.
Required Skills
- OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens
- Biohazard Cleanup
- Compassion & Sensitivity
- Chemical Decontamination
- Emotional Resilience
- 24/7 Availability
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Very high revenue per job due to specialization
- Essential service people must hire
- Insurance often covers costs
- Limited competition in difficult niche
- Meaningful work helping families after tragedies
Cons
- Extremely disturbing and emotionally difficult work
- Exposure to dangerous biohazards and pathogens
- 24/7 emergency availability often required
- High emotional toll and burnout risk
- Marketing this service can be challenging
How to Get Started
- Complete OSHA bloodborne pathogens and biohazard training
- Get proper licensing and biohazard disposal permits
- Invest in PPE, decontamination equipment, and vehicle
- Obtain comprehensive liability and biohazard insurance
- Develop pricing structure for different scenarios
- Build relationships with law enforcement, coroners, property managers
- Provide 24/7 emergency response and compassionate service
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