Who Cleans Up After an Unattended Death?

After emergency personnel and authorities complete their work and release the property, the remaining cleanup is generally a property responsibility rather than a task performed by police or EMS.

The practical answer

Because decomposition can affect porous materials and areas beyond the immediately visible location, property owners often seek a specialized biohazard or decomposition cleanup provider.

Safety comes first

If a situation is still dangerous or involves an active emergency, contact 911. If authorities are investigating a scene, wait until they release the property before arranging cleanup. Keep unprotected people and pets away from visible contamination.

When to call a cleanup provider

If blood, bodily fluids, decomposition material or other biological contamination has affected a property, call to describe the situation. The location and extent of contamination help determine the appropriate next step.

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