Service
Suicide cleanup, handled gently so you never have to.
After a suicide, no family should ever have to clean the scene. Biohazard Cleanup MN takes on that work quietly and with deep respect — handling the biohazard cleanup and restoration so you can grieve without carrying this too.
Overview
Compassionate care at the hardest of times.
Losing someone to suicide is a grief unlike any other, and the scene
it leaves behind should never be something a family has to face. Once
the authorities have released the space, the cleanup that remains is a
genuine biohazard — blood and bodily fluids that require proper
decontamination, not ordinary cleaning.
Biohazard Cleanup MN is here so you don't have to do any of it. We take
over the physical work completely — removing affected materials,
decontaminating every surface to proper standards, and neutralizing
odor at its source. We move quietly and gently, keeping you informed
without ever asking you to look at more than you want to. Our only aim
is to lift this weight off your shoulders and return the space to a
safe, peaceful condition.
What a suicide cleanup includes
- Cleanup after the scene is released
- Blood & bodily-fluid decontamination
- Removal & disposal of affected materials
- Sanitizing of floors, walls & surfaces
- Treatment of porous materials & subfloor
- Odor neutralized at the source
- Air scrubbing to clear the space
- Discreet, unmarked arrival & removal
Who usually calls us
Most often it's a family member — a parent, a partner, a sibling, or
an adult child — reeling from a loss no one is ever prepared for.
Sometimes it's a landlord, a property manager, or a close friend
stepping in to help.
Wherever you fit, you don't need to have anything figured out before
you call. We'll explain what happens with care, work around the timing
of the scene's release, and take the cleanup off your shoulders
entirely.
Discretion is part of the job
Vehicles are unmarked, technicians wear plain clothing, and we never discuss your situation with neighbors or anyone else. As far as anyone outside needs to know, we're just people helping with a home.
Does insurance cover suicide cleanup?
Often, at least in part. Many homeowner's policies help cover biohazard
cleanup after a death in the home. Coverage varies from policy to
policy, so we can't promise what yours will do, but we'll help you
understand what to look for and how billing typically works.
You'll get a clear estimate up front, and no work starts until you're
ready.
If you or someone you love is struggling
If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is available right now. You can call or text 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, any time, day or night, anywhere in Minnesota. You are not alone.
Our process
From the first call to a space that's at peace again.
- Step 1
A private conversation
You call, we listen. We understand how painful this is. We ask only what we need to and explain gently how we work.
- Step 2
Discreet arrival & assessment
Once the scene is released, we arrive in unmarked vehicles, quietly assess the area, and plan the work and timeline.
- Step 3
Cleanup & decontamination
We remove affected materials and decontaminate every surface to proper biohazard standards, with care and respect.
- Step 4
Deodorize & restore
We neutralize odor at the source and return the space to a safe, clean condition.
Frequently asked
Suicide cleanup questions.
Do families have to clean up after a suicide?
No — and no family should ever feel they have to. After the authorities release the scene, the cleanup falls to the family or property owner, but it involves blood and biohazards that require proper equipment and training. Biohazard Cleanup MN handles that work entirely so you never have to face it.
When can the cleanup start?
Cleanup can begin once law enforcement or the medical examiner has released the scene. After that, call and we can usually be there the same day or the next, anywhere in the seven-county metro — Hennepin, Ramsey, Dakota, Anoka, Carver, Scott, Washington County.
Do we need to be there?
No. Most families can't face returning to the scene, and that's completely understandable. You can hand us a key or arrange access and we'll keep you updated by phone. If you'd rather be present for decisions, that's okay too.
Will the cleanup be kept private?
Yes. We arrive in unmarked vehicles and plain clothing and never discuss the situation with neighbors. Discretion and respect are at the center of how we work.
Will there be a lingering smell or trace?
Our goal is a space that is fully decontaminated and restored, with no biohazard and no lingering odor. We remove or treat affected materials, sanitize underneath, and deodorize at the source rather than just masking it.
Does insurance cover suicide cleanup?
Often, at least in part. Many homeowner's policies help cover biohazard cleanup in the home. Coverage varies, so we can't promise what yours will do, but we'll help you understand what to look for and how billing typically works before you commit to anything.
What areas do you serve?
Biohazard Cleanup MN covers the seven-county Twin Cities metro — Hennepin, Ramsey, Dakota, Anoka, Carver, Scott, Washington County — and we can arrange a visit anywhere in it.
We're here whenever you're ready.
Call any time. Biohazard Cleanup MN will handle the cleanup with care and keep everything private.