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 Anaheim to Fullerton, Garden Grove, Orange, Buena Park, and Yorba Linda, a technician is never far from the call.
The Property-Level Reality of a Drug Incident in Anaheim
What gets visible after a drug-related event at a property is not what matters most for the long-term condition of the building. The substances themselves leave residue that is invisible on arrival and stays that way until proper testing identifies it. Fentanyl bonds to drywall paper and carpet padding. Methamphetamine settles into ductwork and the porous surfaces inside any room where it was used.
Orange County continues to see fatal overdoses driven primarily by synthetic opioids through 2024, which means the contamination potential at any Anaheim property where drug use has occurred is real, regardless of the building type or neighborhood. The cleanup is registered work, and the waste tracking from collection through disposal is what protects the owner from carrying contamination, or the legal exposure that comes with it, into the next chapter of the property's use.
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 California decontamination standards.
How a Drug-Contaminated Anaheim Property Gets Tested and Cleared
Identification of the substance comes ahead of cleaning. Before any product is applied to any surface in the property, the crew samples to determine what is present and where it has spread. Fentanyl and methamphetamine each require their own chemistry, and a guess at this stage produces a retest result that does not clear.
Throughout the work, technicians are in full-face respiration rated for chemical vapor, sealed Tyvek coveralls, and doubled-up nitrile, with the affected portion of the property sealed off and held under negative pressure for the duration. Treatment runs once the sampling is complete, with contact times observed in full. Post-treatment samples verify the chemistry worked. The complete record, including the sampling data and the disposal chain of custody, gets handed to the property owner so the cleanup history is on file 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 California?
Our crews are trained in OSHA bloodborne pathogen and hazardous materials protocols, follow EPA and California 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.