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 Tucson to Oro Valley, Marana, Sahuarita, Vail, and Catalina Foothills, a technician is never far from the call.
What Drug Residue Leaves Behind in Tucson Properties
Pima County hit 510 overdose deaths in 2023, the worst year on record locally, and most of those losses happened inside private homes, not on the street. The driver has rotated from fentanyl to methamphetamine over the last two years, but the property-level consequence has not changed. Both substances leave behind residue you cannot see, and both move through the same materials — carpet padding, drywall paper, HVAC vents, the underside of cabinetry, the grout in tile floors.
The legal weight on the owner gets heavier if the property is identified as a former clandestine lab. Under A.R.S. §12-1000, a property in that category cannot be legally reoccupied until a contractor certified by the Arizona Board of Technical Registration has decontaminated it and a certified industrial hygienist has signed off on the clearance results. Putting the property back on the market or back into a lease without that file in place puts the owner on the hook for whoever moves in next.
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 Arizona decontamination standards.
How We Test and Clean Drug-Contaminated
Properties in TucsonDrug residue exposure happens through skin and through the air, which is why our crews suit up in chemical-vapor-rated full-face respiration, sealed coveralls, and double-glove protection before the first sample is even taken. The work area is sealed off from the rest of the building and put under negative pressure for the duration.
Fentanyl chemistry and methamphetamine chemistry are not interchangeable, and using the wrong product on either produces wipe-sample numbers that fail at retest. We sample first to find out what is actually present and where it has spread, then treat, then re-sample. The post-treatment numbers have to fall at or below 0.1 µg/100cm² to clear Arizona's threshold for methamphetamine. On clandestine lab files, the final hygienist report goes directly to the Pima County Health Department on the owner's behalf, and a copy stays with the property record.
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 Arizona?
Our crews are trained in OSHA bloodborne pathogen and hazardous materials protocols, follow EPA and Arizona 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.