1. Hard surfaces
Tile, sealed wood, glass and metal are cleaned and disinfected first because they are the easiest to restore.
Downtown, Miami, FL · Miami-Dade County
Has a death by violence left a property in Downtown that no one knows how to clean? Call (877) 812-4220. The team removes fluids, contaminated materials and residue, and keeps the work private.
If anyone is in danger, call 911 first. For a suicide crisis, call or text 988.
Homicide cleaning is the last step after an investigation closes the scene. Police and investigators do not clean, so a separate cleanup crew removes the hazards and returns the space to a safe condition.
For a homicide in Downtown, you want cleaners who understand the weight of the job. Get quiet, careful work in Miami-Dade County homes, offices and vehicles with help from Downtown Biohazard Cleanup Help.
With 69% of homes in Miami rented, property managers often get cleanup done quickly to make the unit safe again. Many homes in Miami, about 51% built before 1980, have layered flooring and old padding that hold fluids and must be removed.
The work often covers:
Tile, sealed wood, glass and metal are cleaned and disinfected first because they are the easiest to restore.
The team explains what has to come out, what can be saved and how long each part of the work may take.
Contaminated materials are bagged and removed. Surfaces are treated with hospital-grade products and the air is cleaned.
Odor is removed at the source, the air is filtered and each area is checked before the owner gets the space back.
Homicide cleanup in Downtown, Miami, FL typically costs $2,000 to $10,000, depending on the size of the affected area and the materials involved.
Porous materials such as mattresses, upholstery and drywall add labor and disposal costs, because each one is removed and hauled as medical waste.
| Type of job | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Smaller scene | $2,000 - $6,000 |
| Violent crime scene | $2,500 - $9,000 |
| Larger scene | $3,000 - $10,000 |
Published ranges only (Crime scene cleanup cost guide from a biohazard cleanup company, BioCleaners Directory); every homicide cleanup job in Downtown is priced after an on-site look. Price drivers include size of the scene, how deep fluids reached, number of rooms, waste disposal. Questions? Call (877) 812-4220.
They seal off the area, wear protective gear and remove soaked flooring, drywall and furniture. Hard surfaces are cleaned and disinfected. Waste is hauled as regulated medical waste, and the air is treated for odor.
Yes. Dried blood can still carry bloodborne pathogens, and wiping or scraping can release particles. Crews wear protective equipment and use hospital-grade disinfectants to make the area safe.
It should be left to professionals. Blood and body fluids carry bloodborne pathogens and often soak deeper than they look. A crew contains the area, removes contaminated materials, disinfects and treats odor.
Not the police or the medical examiner. They investigate and release the scene. Cleanup is a separate job for professional biohazard crews, hired by the property owner, a family member or a landlord.
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. Many families set up access by phone through a key holder or manager. You can stay away, and the crew will call with questions about belongings.
One call starts the process, and you do not have to describe what happened.
Call (877) 812-4220