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Our technicians are certified in all aspects of hazardous waste cleanup and disposal. Their expertise includes sterilizing, disinfecting and deodorizing residential, commercial and industrial settings such as hotels, motels, apartment buildings, offices, factories, and residential properties.

Our teams are always ready to take care of you with genuine compassion. When the worst happens, you aren’t alone.

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Crime and Biohazard Cleanup & Restoration

specialized biohazard cleaning services

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Supportive and Discreet Services

When to Consider Professional Help

Dealing with the aftermath of a crime or biohazard incident can be overwhelming and traumatic. These situations often pose severe health and safety risks that should not be managed alone. Seeking professional help is a responsible step toward restoring safety and peace of mind.

If you’re facing any of the following scenarios, it’s time to reach out to ServiceMaster by Zaba for expert assistance.

Our 6-Step Biohazard Cleanup Process

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About us

ServiceMaster Restoration by Zaba is proud to be locally owned, nationally recognized, and trusted by property owners across Chicago, IL, and the suburbs.

You can count on us for compassionate hazmat cleanup services. Our team is trained and industry-certified to handle every aspect of the process. We strictly follow OSHA and CDC safety and health regulations, including the use of PPE and advanced precautionary safety measures.

WHY CHOOSE SERVICEMASTER BY ZABA

85+ Years of combined
cleaning experience

Cleaning tailored around your timetable

Dedicated project manager

Locally owned, backed by a national brand

Full service cleaning and restoration contractor

Licensed, bonded, insured, IICRC certified

FAQs

Who is responsible for biohazard cleanup?

Many property owners assume that police or emergency responders clean up hazardous materials. As difficult as it is to deal with a crime, trauma or accident on your property, cleaning up the aftermath is your responsibility.

What kind of equipment do you use in forensic cleaning?

We use the latest advanced equipment to clean and sanitize crime and trauma scenes. Our technicians are highly trained handling ultra-sensitive moisture meters, specialty HEPA vacuums, ozone generators and more.

How long does the process take?

Every situation is different. We can’t give you a timeline for completing our process without first assessing the extent of contamination. We outline a schedule for disposal of all biohazards, complete cleanup and any necessary restoration.

Do you respond to all types of crime scenes?

Yes. We specialize in homicide cleanup for Chicago properties, but we take care of all types of trauma cleanup. Our teams clean sites contaminated with blood, bodily fluids and biohazards resulting from any type of crime.

Why can’t I clean myself?

Safely dealing with dangerous materials resulting from a death or accident requires special training and equipment. Hazmat cleanup is extremely dangerous work.

Trauma scenes are often contaminated with bloodborne pathogens that cause serious illnesses such as hepatitis B and HIV. Meth lab environments contain high levels of volatile chemicals. Don’t ever attempt biohazard cleaning on your own.

All our technicians are industry certified in processing hazardous cleanup scenes. Here are more reasons to bring in specialists:

1. BIOHAZARD CLEANUP IS DANGEROUS

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Regardless of the type of crime or trauma scene on your property, most contaminants are the result of body tissue and fluids. The organic debris can carry blood-borne pathogens capable of transmitting disease days and weeks after the initial incident. The material poses a serious health risk to everyone in the affected area.

When tissue and fluids come in contact with interior and exterior surfaces, materials absorb contaminants that quickly decompose and produce overwhelming odors. Professional forensic cleaning crews respond to your emergency and address dangerous biohazards immediately.

2. IT OFTEN INVOLVES CHEMICAL CONTAMINATION

A crime scene can also present health risks that you can’t see. Pepper spray and tear gas can permeate walls, carpets and furnishings. During an investigation, police use special powders and various chemicals, and the resulting residue compromises indoor air quality.

Meth labs are especially dangerous sites presenting unique challenges to landlords and hotel managers. Until your property is thoroughly decontaminated, toxic chemicals can invade its plumbing and HVAC systems and remain serious health hazards indefinitely.

3. FORENSIC CLEANING REQUIRES INTENSIVE TRAINING

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When professional cleanup teams arrive on a crime or trauma scene, all members put their industry certification and rigorous training to work. They follow EPA and OSHA protocols as well as state and local regulations. You’re assured of a safe, efficient cleaning process that adheres to industry standards.

Forensic cleanup technicians maintain certification by mastering the latest advances in crime and trauma scene cleaning. This includes ongoing educational training that keeps them at the top of their field.

4. IT TAKES SPECIAL EQUIPMENT AND PRODUCTS

Biohazard cleanup can’t be taken care of with mops, buckets and bleach. An established crime scene cleaning contractor uses state-of-the-art equipment to detect hidden problems, sanitize surfaces and purify the air. Ultra-sensitive moisture meters, heavy-duty HEPA vacuums and ozone generators are just a few tools of the trade.

Cleanup technicians wear full-body protective gear and full-face respirators. They decontaminate and deodorize your property with a range of agents that clean, absorb and disinfect. Every piece of equipment and every product is designed or formulated for crime and trauma scene cleanup.

5. YOU KNOW WHAT TO EXPECT

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It’s very difficult to deal with the aftermath of an accident, crime or suicide on your property. Home and business owners are often caught off guard by the fact that they’re responsible for cleaning up a crime scene or meth lab site. When you bring in professional help, you know what to expect.

A forensic cleaning contractor immediately responds to your call and explains the process. When the technicians arrive at your door, they quickly inspect the affected areas. You’re given a detailed project assessment that includes firm estimates on both the time and cost involved in cleanup.

6. YOU CAN COUNT ON THE RESULTS

By following carefully established protocols, a reputable cleaning company scrubs and sanitizes your property from floor to ceiling. Technicians disinfect surfaces, remove stains, eliminate odors, dispose of hazardous materials and take care of necessary repairs and reconstruction.

Whether the cleanup happens at your home or business, you know you can count on complete property restoration regardless of the situation. By following a few guidelines and trusting your common sense, you can hire a crime scene contractor who guides you through the initial confusion and helps minimizes the trauma.

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• Anxiety and Depression Association of America
• Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies

How are you different from other crime scene cleaning companies?

We offer an extensive array of services including fire and water damage restoration, mold removal and remediation, storm damage recovery and more.

Who is responsible for cleaning out an apartment after a death?

The individual responsible for arranging death cleanup in an apartment is the person whose name is on the lease. If the individual is deceased, responsibility passes to his or her estate.

Does homeowners insurance cover death cleanup?

In most cases, yes. Homeowners insurance typically covers the cost of death cleanup services. It should also cover repairs and replacements made necessary by the death event. Check with your agent for your policy’s details.

Serving The Chicago Area For More Than 85 Years

With three prime locations, we are uniquely positioned to provide a rapid 24 hour response to fire and water damage emergencies, as well as specialty cleaning requests, in all of Chicagoland and suburbs including Evanston, Northbrook, Buffalo Grove, Lake Bluff, Lake Forest, and more.

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Chicago Neighborhoods

    • Albany Park
    • Avondale
    • Andersonville
    • Bridgeport
    • Budlong Woods
    • Bucktown
    • Edgebrook
    • Edgewater
    • Edison Park
    • Elmwood Park
    • Gold Coast
    • Grant Park
    • Humboldt Park
    • Hyde Park
    • Irving Park
    • Jefferson Park
    • Lakeview
    • Lincoln Park
    • Lincoln Square
    • Logan Square
    • Loop
    • Magnificent Mile
    • Millennium Park
    • Noble Square
    • Northalsted
    • North Park
    • Old Town
    • Pilsen
    • Portage Park
    • River North
    • Rogers Park
    • Roscoe Village
    • Sauganash
    • South Loop
    • South Shore
    • Streeterville
    • Ukrainian Village
    • University Village / Little Italy
    • Uptown
    • West Loop
    • West Town
    • Wicker Park
    • Wrigleyville

Chicago Suburbs

  • Des Plaines
  • Evanston
  • Glencoe
  • Harwood Heights
  • Highwood
  • Hoffman Estates
  • Glenview
  • Golf
  • Kenilworth
  • Kildeer
  • Lincolnwood
  • Libertyville
  • Morton Grove
  • Niles
  • Norridge
  • Northbrook
  • Park Ridge
  • Rosemont
  • Schaumburg
  • Skokie
  • Wilmette
  • Winnetka

Lake County

  • Arlington Heights
  • Barrington
  • Buffalo Grove
  • Deerfield
  • Highland Park
  • Lake Bluff
  • Lake Forest
  • Lake Zurich
  • Lincolnshire
  • Mundelein
  • Palatine
  • Riverwoods
  • Vernon Hills
  • Wheeling

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