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 Sunnyvale to Mountain View, Santa Clara, Cupertino, Los Altos, and Palo Alto, a technician is never far from the call.
The Property-Level Reality of a Drug Incident in Sunnyvale
The visible part of a drug-related event at a property is rarely the part that matters most for the building. Fentanyl absorbs into drywall paper and carpet padding. Methamphetamine works into HVAC ductwork and the porous surfaces of the rooms where it was used. Neither resolves on its own, and surface cleaning with regular products will not address what has soaked into the materials.
For Sunnyvale's rental-heavy housing mix, that has specific implications. Tech-corridor rentals turn over frequently, and a property that carries undetected drug residue from a previous tenant becomes the new tenant's exposure problem, and the owner's liability problem, the moment someone moves in. The cleanup needs to be performed by a properly registered company so the waste is tracked through to final disposal and the property record reflects what was done.
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 Sunnyvale Property Gets Cleared
The first phase is identification, not application. The crew samples the affected portion of the property to determine the substance present and the extent of the spread, because the chemistry needed for fentanyl is not the chemistry needed for methamphetamine, and a guess at this stage produces a retest result that does not clear.
Through the cleaning phase, the protective layer is full-face respiration rated for chemical vapor, sealed Tyvek, and double-nitrile, with the affected portion of the property under sealed negative-pressure containment for the duration. Post-cleaning samples confirm the result. The pre- and post-treatment numbers, the disposal chain of custody, and the written clearance record all go back to the property owner as a complete file.
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.