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 Phoenix to Glendale, Peoria, Tempe, Scottsdale, and Mesa, a technician is never far from the call.
What Phoenix's Overdose Trends Mean for Property Owners
Arizona's overdose numbers moved in the wrong direction through late 2024 and into 2025. Provisional data showed synthetic opioids like fentanyl driving a 40% rise in deaths between January and August 2025 compared to the same period the year before, and Maricopa County is the largest single contributor to that statewide total. What that translates to on the ground is that overdose-related contamination in Phoenix homes, apartments, and rentals is a regular reality, not an exception.
The property-level consequence does not depend on the statistics. Fentanyl absorbs into drywall paper and carpet padding. Methamphetamine settles into HVAC ductwork and porous surfaces. Neither presents to the eye, and neither resolves without proper testing and the right chemistry. For properties identified as former drug labs, Arizona's A.R.S. §12-1000 sets a stricter reoccupancy path. A contractor certified through the Arizona Board of Technical Registration has to perform the decontamination, and a certified industrial hygienist has to confirm methamphetamine levels at or below 0.1 µg/100cm². Without that file on the property record, putting the home back into use creates direct legal exposure for the owner.
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 a Drug-Contaminated Phoenix Property Gets Tested and Cleared
Nothing gets cleaned until the contamination is mapped. The crew samples first to identify what substance is present and the footprint of where it has spread, because fentanyl breaks down through different chemistry than methamphetamine, and applying the wrong product to either guarantees a failed retest. The sampling step is what makes the cleaning that follows actually clear.
From there, technicians work in gear suited to chemical vapor exposure, and the affected portion of the property is sealed off and held under negative pressure for the duration of the project. After treatment, samples are collected again. Post-treatment methamphetamine levels have to come back at or below Arizona's clearance threshold of 0.1 µg/100cm². For former drug lab properties, a certified industrial hygienist signs off on the final numbers, and the report is filed with the Maricopa County Department of Public Health on the owner's behalf. A complete copy comes back to the property owner.
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.