1. Safety first
The crew checks that the scene is cleared by police and then sets up protective barriers and equipment.
Four By Four, Baltimore, MD · City of Baltimore
What do you do after police clear a homicide scene in Four By Four? Call (877) 812-4220. Professional cleaners take over to remove blood, treat porous materials and make the space safe again.
If anyone is in danger, call 911 first. For a suicide crisis, call or text 988.
Homicide clean up is what comes after the investigation: removing every trace of blood and bodily fluids, hauling contaminated materials and making sure the air and surfaces are safe.
Owners across City of Baltimore, including Four By Four, can get homicide cleaning that removes biohazards, treats affected areas and prepares records for insurers and victim services. Call Four By Four Biohazard Cleanup Help to talk through your situation.
Many homes in Baltimore, about 82% built before 1980, have layered flooring and old padding that hold fluids and must be removed. About 52% of households in Baltimore are renters, so many homicide scenes involve a landlord, a lease and a tenant's insurance.
A typical homicide cleanup job includes:
The crew checks that the scene is cleared by police and then sets up protective barriers and equipment.
The team explains what has to come out, what can be saved and how long each part of the work may take.
Materials that cannot be saved are removed as medical waste. Everything that stays is cleaned and disinfected.
The family or manager walks through the finished work with the crew, and any belongings are returned or listed.
Homicide cleanup in Four By Four, Baltimore, MD typically costs $2,000 to $10,000, depending on the size of the affected area and the materials involved.
The type of property plays a role. A vehicle, apartment or large home each needs different containment and different amounts of material removed.
| Type of job | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Violent crime scene | $2,500 - $9,000 |
| Smaller scene | $2,000 - $6,000 |
| 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Yes. Crews clean offices, shops and vehicles. For a vehicle, law enforcement usually processes it first, so confirm it has been released. Businesses can often plan work around staff and customers.
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