Trauma & Biohazard
Crime Scene Cleanup Austin TX
Certified, discreet, and compassionate — handled with the professionalism you deserve.
Law enforcement investigates — they don't clean. Once the scene is released, certified professionals using OSHA-compliant methods are required. We respond 24/7 with unmarked vehicles and a full commitment to your privacy.
All services performed with complete discretion. Unmarked vehicles available upon request. We work directly with your insurance company and can assist with NDAs.
Overview
A crime scene leaves behind more than physical evidence — it leaves biological hazards that pose serious health risks to anyone who enters the space. Blood, bodily fluids, tissue, and residual contaminants must be remediated by certified professionals using OSHA-compliant methods and EPA-registered disinfectants. Law enforcement does not clean crime scenes — once they release the scene, that responsibility falls to the property owner or authorized representative. Without professional remediation, bloodborne pathogens including HIV, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C can survive on surfaces for days to weeks, and the psychological impact of leaving a scene untreated compounds the trauma for everyone who must return to the space. AAA Disaster Recovery provides certified crime scene cleanup across Austin and Central Texas, responding 24/7 with full discretion, unmarked vehicles, and the technical expertise required to restore the property to a safe and habitable condition. Our technicians are OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030 certified, trained in compassionate trauma response, and committed to protecting your privacy throughout every step of the process.
Our Process
How We Restore Safety
Scene Assessment & PPE Donning
Certified technicians evaluate the full scope of contamination, identify all affected surfaces and materials, establish safety perimeters, and don Level B or C PPE before entering the scene. We coordinate with law enforcement to confirm the scene has been officially released before beginning any work.
Containment & Negative Air Pressure
Affected areas are sealed with poly sheeting and negative air pressure units are installed to prevent cross-contamination of biological or chemical particles to unaffected parts of the property. This step is critical in multi-room or multi-story situations.
Biohazard Material Removal
All biological matter — blood, tissue, fluids — along with contaminated porous materials and hazardous debris are removed, double-bagged in certified biohazard containers, manifested, and transported by licensed carriers to a permitted biohazard disposal facility.
Structural Material Removal
Porous structural materials with deep biological saturation — drywall, subfloor, carpeting, ceiling tiles — are assessed individually. Materials that cannot be fully decontaminated to OSHA standards are removed and replaced to eliminate ongoing pathogen risk and odor-causing compounds.
Surface Cleaning & Disinfection
All remaining surfaces — floors, walls, ceilings, fixtures, hardware — are cleaned with hospital-grade EPA-registered disinfectants proven effective against HIV, Hepatitis B/C, MRSA, and other bloodborne pathogens. Products are applied at manufacturer-required dwell times for verified kill rates.
Deodorization
Industrial ozone generators and thermal foggers neutralize biological odors at the molecular level — penetrating porous surfaces and airspaces where surface cleaning cannot reach. This step eliminates odors completely rather than masking them with fragrance.
Post-Remediation Inspection
A final walk-through inspection confirms all visible contamination has been addressed and all surfaces meet OSHA bloodborne pathogen standards. Any areas requiring additional treatment are identified and resolved before the property is returned.
Restoration & Clearance Documentation
Structural materials requiring replacement are restored to pre-event condition. A comprehensive remediation report is provided documenting all work completed, products used, and compliance standards met — suitable for insurance submission and property re-occupancy.
What's Included
Full Scope of Service
- OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030 certified bloodborne pathogen remediation
- Blood, tissue, and biological material removal
- Structural material removal and replacement as needed
- Hospital-grade EPA-registered disinfection
- HIV, Hepatitis B/C, and MRSA elimination
- Negative air pressure containment
- Ozone and thermal fog deodorization
- Certified biohazard waste transport and disposal
- Full discretion — unmarked vehicles on every job
- Coordination with law enforcement and medical examiners
- Insurance documentation and direct carrier billing
- Compassionate crew trained in trauma-informed response
Common Questions
FAQs
Is crime scene cleanup covered by homeowners insurance?
In most cases, yes. Biohazard remediation following a crime or trauma event is typically covered under the 'property damage' provisions of homeowners policies. Some policies also have 'additional living expenses' provisions that apply. We work directly with your insurer, handle documentation, and can bill carriers directly in many cases to reduce the financial burden on families.
Are you required to notify neighbors or building management?
No. Our crew arrives in unmarked vehicles, wears generic work attire, and works discreetly. We do not discuss the nature of our work with anyone other than the property owner, authorized representative, or their insurance carrier. We have served hundreds of Austin-area families who rely on our complete discretion.
Can family members be present during cleanup?
We strongly advise against it for both health and emotional reasons. Being present during cleanup can be deeply traumatic, and the biological hazards present require that we restrict access to certified personnel only. We coordinate directly with a designated point of contact — which can be a family member, attorney, or property manager — and complete all work while family is safely away from the property.
How long does crime scene cleanup take?
Most residential scenes are completed in 4–8 hours. Larger spaces, more extensive biological contamination, or scenes requiring structural material removal may require multiple days. We provide a detailed timeline after the initial assessment — before any work begins — so you always know what to expect.
Does law enforcement clean up after they leave the scene?
No. Law enforcement processes the scene for evidence and then releases it. All cleanup responsibility then falls to the property owner or authorized representative. This is a common misconception that leaves families unprepared. Call us as soon as law enforcement releases the scene.
What certifications do your technicians hold?
Our technicians are certified in OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030 Bloodborne Pathogens, biohazard remediation, and IICRC water/mold standards. We maintain ongoing training in biohazard protocols and trauma-informed response. All technicians undergo background checks before assignment.
Are you available nights and weekends?
Yes — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including all holidays. Trauma events don't follow a schedule, and neither do we. For urgent situations, we target a 60-minute response time within the Austin metro area.
We Handle It — You Focus on What Matters.
Certified, discreet crime scene cleanup across Austin and all of Central Texas. Available 24/7.