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 Denver to Aurora, Lakewood, Arvada, Westminster, and Centennial, a technician is never far from the call.
How a Drug Incident Affects a Denver Property
The Denver Office of the Medical Examiner reported 483 overdose deaths in 2024, down from a record 598 the previous year. Notably, methamphetamine surpassed fentanyl as the leading drug type for the first time, by a small margin. The numbers are moving, but for property owners, the contamination picture at any individual incident has not changed.
Fentanyl absorbs into drywall paper and carpet padding. Methamphetamine works into HVAC ductwork and the porous surfaces of any room where it was used. Neither is visible on day one, and the high-altitude dry climate of Denver actually concentrates particulate residue in HVAC filters and registers more than humid climates do, which extends the cleanup footprint past the visible contamination zone. The work has to be done by a properly registered remediation company so the waste tracking runs from collection through final disposal, and the cleanup history is on the property record rather than carrying forward unresolved.
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.
The Way a Drug-Affected Denver Property Gets Tested and Cleared
The first move on every drug cleanup is sampling. Before any cleaning product gets applied to a surface, the crew identifies what substance is present and how the contamination has spread through the property. Fentanyl and methamphetamine are not interchangeable in terms of the chemistry they respond to, and a mismatched treatment produces a retest result that does not clear.
For the cleaning phase, the crew works in chemical-vapor-rated full-face respiration, sealed Tyvek coveralls, and double-layer nitrile, with the affected portion of the property under sealed negative-pressure containment for the duration of the project. After treatment, post-cleaning samples verify whether the chemistry worked. The full file, pre-treatment numbers, post-treatment numbers, disposal chain of custody, written clearance, gets handed 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.