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 Los Angeles to Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Inglewood, and Santa Monica, a technician is never far from the call.
How a Drug Incident Inside a Los Angeles Property Affects the Building
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health reported 2,438 drug-related overdose deaths in 2024, a 22% drop from 3,137 the year before, marking the largest year-over-year decline in county history. The improvement is real. The property-level reality of any individual incident has not changed.
Fentanyl absorbs into drywall paper and carpet padding. Methamphetamine moves through HVAC ductwork and into the porous surfaces of the rooms where it was used. Neither is visible on arrival, and surface cleaning with regular products does not address what has soaked into the building materials. The cleanup has to be performed by a properly registered company so the waste is tracked from collection through final disposal, and the property record reflects the work that was done. That is what keeps the contamination, and the liability for it, from following whoever takes the property 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 California decontamination standards.
How a Drug-Affected Los Angeles Property Gets Tested and Cleared
Sampling is the first step, before any cleaning chemistry meets a surface. The crew identifies the substance present and the extent of its spread across the property, because the chemistry for fentanyl is not the chemistry for methamphetamine, and a mismatched treatment produces a result that fails verification.
Through the cleaning phase, the crew is in chemical-vapor-rated full-face respiration, sealed Tyvek, and doubled nitrile, with the affected portion of the property under sealed negative-pressure containment for the duration. After treatment runs, post-cleaning samples verify the result. The pre- and post-treatment numbers, the disposal chain of custody, and the written clearance record all come back to the property owner as a complete file so the cleanup history is on the record 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.