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Cleaning Up Biohazardous Material | SERVPRO of Bartow County

9/3/2022 (Permalink)

Biohazardous waste Regardless of the type of biohazardous material present, SERVPRO of Bartow County can help.

Exposure to chemical and biological biohazardous material can negatively affect your health and even be life-threatening. When biohazardous material is present in your home or business, it is important to act quickly to get it removed right away. 

Prompt removal of these substances is key—and it needs to be performed by a team of experts with specialty training in best practices for safe removal. You can turn to SERVPRO. Our technicians are trained to remove waste, then clean, disinfect and deodorize the affected structure. 

Sewage Backup 

Sewage backup is not only a big inconvenience and an aesthetic nightmare, but also a health concern. The biohazardous material found in the sewage contains bacteria that will spread if left untreated. 

The tell-tale signs of sewage backup include a foul smell coming from drains or toilets, a gurgling sound and water backing up. When any of these signs are noticed, it is important to call a professional right away to mitigate the problem. 

Bloodborne Pathogens 

Pathogenic substances are a type of biohazardous waste that includes bodily fluids or body tissue. While these substances can be left behind from something as inconsequential as a minor cut, they can also result from trauma, crime or death. 

If you know there are pathogens present, it is important to steer clear and let the professionals do the work. SERVPRO technicians utilize known best practices for handling these materials and are aided by industry-leading equipment and technology to maintain safety. 

Illegal Drug Manufacturing Labs 

Chemical reactions can be harmful if left alone. At SERVPRO of Bartow County, we understand the urgency of removing volatile substances from a structure. We follow all state and federal guidelines to adequately clean all surfaces potentially affected by illegal drug manufacturing. 

The moment you realize biohazardous material is present in any structure, contact us to begin the removal process. The quicker we can get in and get the hazardous material out, the safer the environment and everyone exposed will be. 

Regardless of the type of biohazardous material present, SERVPRO of Bartow County has the tools and teams to help your home or business recover. Contact us when you need a dependable team to clean up the mess.

Biohazard, Crime Scene, and Vandalism Cleanup

5/25/2017 (Permalink)

Call SERVPRO of Bartow County today for 24-hour Emergency Service. -(770) 387-7455-

Recognized as a leading fire and water cleanup and restoration provider by hundreds of insurance companies, SERVPRO of Bartow County also offer fast, reliable biohazard and crime scene cleanup* and restoration services to residential and commercial property owners.


Exposure to biological and chemical contaminants can pose serious health consequences for building occupants, employees, customers, and owners. A failure to properly handle and safely remove such hazardous substance scan contribute to unhealthy and even dangerous environments.

SERVPRO of Bartow County is trained to safely and effectively remove biohazardous substances and prepare waste for proper disposal according to OSHA, EPA, and state and local health regulations. Equipped with the necessary safety equipment and cleaning products, SERVPRO of Bartow County can help turn unsafe environments into clean, safe homes and offices.

SERVPRO of Bartow County can help with the following issues:

  • Blood-borne Pathogens: SERVPRO of Bartow County professionals remove and dispose of bodily fluids, tissue, and other potentially pathogenic substances resulting from accident, trauma, crime, or death. Trained SERVPRO of Bartow County technicians thoroughly clean, disinfect, and deodorize the structure. 
  • Methamphetamine Labs: Many of the chemicals used in the production of illegal drugs such as methamphetamine are volatile and can leave harmful residues throughout a structure. SERVPRO of Bartow County professionals follow federal and state guidelines to properly clean all surfaces. 
  • Crime Scene Residues: From fingerprint powder and evidence-gathering chemicals to tear gas and pepper spray residues, SERVPRO Bartow County Professionals can clean and restore your property and contents. 
  • Arson & Vandalism: SERVPRO of Bartow County Professionals are recognized as leaders at helping property owners recover quickly from fire and water damage. Your local Franchise Professional also provides general cleaning and deodorization services for situations resulting from vandalism including graffiti, egg, spoiled foods, and human or animal waste.
  • Sewage Backups
  • Black Water Intrusions
  • Mold Mitigation and Remediation

State and local regulations vary. Contact SERVPRO of Bartow County today for 24-hour Emergency Service. -(770) 387-7455-