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 Atlanta to Midtown, Buckhead, Virginia-Highland, Decatur, and East Atlanta, a technician is never far from the call.
An Atlanta Drug Incident Affects More Than the Surface
When a drug-related event happens inside an Atlanta property, what shows up to the eye is rarely the part that matters most for the building. The drugs themselves leave behind residue you cannot see on arrival, and that residue stays hidden until proper sampling brings it to light. Fentanyl bonds to drywall paper and carpet padding within hours. Methamphetamine penetrates HVAC ductwork and seeps into the porous surfaces of every room where use occurred.
The Fulton County Medical Examiner's Office has documented sustained overdose volume across the metro area through 2024, with Atlanta accounting for a substantial share given its position as Fulton County's largest city. The Atlanta climate factors into the property side too, because the city's high summer humidity holds moisture in porous building materials longer than drier climates would, which can extend how long residue stays active. The cleanup has to be performed 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 Georgia decontamination standards.
Mapping Fentanyl or Meth Spread Before Cleaning an Atlanta Property
The first move on every drug cleanup is sampling. Sampling identifies the substance and maps the spread across the property before our crew applies any cleaning chemistry to a single surface. Fentanyl chemistry is not methamphetamine chemistry, and using the wrong one on the wrong substance leads to a failed retest at the end of the job.
While treatment runs, our technicians wear chemical-vapor-rated full-face respirators, sealed Tyvek, and double-nitrile, and the affected area of the property stays inside sealed negative-pressure containment until the project is finished. After treatment, post-cleaning samples verify whether the chemistry worked. A complete file, the pre-treatment numbers, the post-treatment numbers, the disposal chain of custody, and the written clearance, is delivered to the property owner so the work is on record for whatever the property is returning to.
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 Georgia?
Our crews are trained in OSHA bloodborne pathogen and hazardous materials protocols, follow EPA and Georgia 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.