Typical cleanout crew
Standard Cleaning
Standard cleaning only treats visible surfaces, leaving hidden pathogens and odors trapped deep within.
Remnant
Drug Decontamination
We eliminate biohazards at the molecular level, using advanced ATP testing to guarantee 100% decontamination.
From Aurora to Denver, Centennial, Parker, Commerce City, and Green Valley Ranch, a technician is never far from the call.
Fentanyl and Meth Leave Marks You Cannot See
Aurora sits between Denver and the southeast metro corridor, and the patterns the Adams and Arapahoe County Coroner's Offices have reported in their recent annual reporting reflect the statewide picture: fentanyl-driven deaths trending down through 2024 but methamphetamine making a quiet resurgence. At the property level, none of that changes what the substances do to the building.
Fentanyl bonds to drywall paper and carpet padding within hours of the original event. Methamphetamine moves through HVAC ductwork and into the porous surfaces of every room exposed to active use. Neither presents to the eye, and surface cleaning with regular products has no real effect on what has soaked into the materials. The high-altitude dry climate that defines Aurora's environment actually concentrates particulate residue in HVAC filters and registers in ways that humid climates do not, which extends the cleanup footprint past the obviously affected zone. The work has to be done by a properly registered remediation company so the waste tracking runs from collection through final disposal.
Our Step-by-Step Drug Cleanup Process
Site Assessment
A technician evaluates the property, reviews any law enforcement documentation, and identifies the type and scope of contamination.
Containment Setup
Sheeting and air filtration close off the affected space so airborne particles and residues stay contained during the work.
Soft Good Removal
Mattresses, upholstery, carpet, padding, and porous items that have absorbed residue are extracted and bagged for disposal.
Surface Decontamination
Walls, ceilings, hard flooring, and fixtures are washed with chemistry suited to the specific drug residue present.
HVAC and Air Treatment
Ductwork is cleaned or replaced where needed, and HEPA scrubbers run until airborne contamination is cleared.
Clearance Testing
Surface samples are pulled and analyzed to confirm levels meet Colorado decontamination standards.
We Sample Before We Clean an Aurora Drug Scene
What happens first on a drug job is sampling. Crews enter in gear rated for chemical vapor exposure, seal off the affected portion of the property, and identify what substance is present and how the contamination has spread, all before any cleaning chemistry is applied to any surface. Fentanyl and methamphetamine are not interchangeable in terms of the chemistry they respond to, and a guess at this stage produces a retest result that fails to clear.
For the cleaning phase, the crew works in chemical-vapor-rated full-face respiration, sealed Tyvek coveralls, and double-layer nitrile, and the affected portion of the property stays under sealed negative-pressure containment for the full duration of the project. After treatment, the property is sampled again to verify the result. The complete file, pre-treatment numbers, post-treatment numbers, disposal chain of custody, written clearance, goes back to the property owner so the cleanup history is documented for whatever the property is going back into use as.
When Drug Cleanup Is Needed
Landlords clearing a rental after a tenant arrest, overdose, or eviction
Homebuyers and estate executors taking on a property with a contamination history
OSHA
Certified
24/7
Response
99.9%
Cleanup Success Rate
"Found out one of our rentals had been used as a meth lab. Remnant was certified for the work and got us through clearance testing. They knew exactly what the state required."
Still Have Questions?
Are you qualified to handle drug cleanup in Colorado?
Our crews are trained in OSHA bloodborne pathogen and hazardous materials protocols, follow EPA and Colorado DOH guidance, and work to the same 1.5 µg/100 cm² standard the state uses.
How much does drug cleanup cost?
It varies with the size of the property and how far the residue spread, but most jobs run from a few thousand to the low five figures. We provide a written estimate after testing.
How long does the cleanup take?
A smoking-only apartment usually clears in two to three days including lab turnaround. A full lab cleanup on a house generally runs one to two weeks.
Will my insurance cover it?
Often, especially when the contamination came from a tenant, a crime, or vandalism rather than the policyholder's own use. We document everything and work directly with your adjuster.