1. Respect for the space
Crews treat the property as a family home first. Doors are closed, work is done quietly and nothing is discussed outside the job.
South Park, Raleigh, NC · Wake County
Need to clean up a homicide in South Park? Call (877) 812-4220. You get a compassionate crew that deals with bloodborne pathogen risks, hazardous waste and every detail of restoring the space.
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Homicide cleanup, also called homicide cleaning or murder scene cleanup, is the removal of blood, bodily fluids and other contaminated materials after a death caused by violence. It starts only after investigators release the scene.
If your home, apartment, rental, business or vehicle in South Park or anywhere in Wake County needs cleaning after a homicide, call South Park Biohazard Cleanup Help. Work starts only once the scene is released, and every detail stays private.
About 49% of households in Raleigh are renters, so many homicide scenes involve a landlord, a lease and a tenant's insurance. Most homes in Raleigh are newer, but carpet, padding and drywall still absorb fluids, so crews check beneath the surface.
A typical homicide cleanup job includes:
Crews treat the property as a family home first. Doors are closed, work is done quietly and nothing is discussed outside the job.
Affected rooms are sealed, and the crew puts on full protective equipment so nothing spreads to other areas.
Contaminated materials are removed, and the affected area is scrubbed, disinfected and treated for odor.
Deodorizing and filtered air machines clear the smell so the space feels normal for whoever returns.
Most homicide cleanup jobs in South Park, Raleigh, NC cost between $2,000 and $10,000, based on published cost guides.
Waste volume affects the total. More contaminated material means more packaging, hauling and disposal under medical waste rules.
| 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.
Yes. Landlords and property managers often get cleanup done to make a unit safe for the next tenant. Crews contain the work so other units are not affected. Lease terms decide who pays.
Expect to supply a bill or receipt, itemized costs and an insurance declaration page or a statement of no insurance. Ask the cleanup crew what paperwork you get. There is no fee to apply, and no lawyer is required.
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.
Yes, when the source is removed. Odor often comes from materials fluids soaked into, so crews take those out, then clean and deodorize the space. The air is filtered to finish the job.
Cleanup can be done discreetly. Ask about unmarked vehicles and quiet work practices when you call. Crews do not discuss the job with others.
Say what happened, when, and that the scene has been released. Ask what the policy covers and which documents are needed. Take photos if you can and keep every receipt.
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