Why should Unattended death clean up be left to the professionals?

Discovering a loved one has passed away at home is an extremely distressing experience. In moments of shock, some people has been instinctively try to clean the area themselves- but this is dangerous, emotionally traumatic, and strongly discouraged, because of this, cleaning bodily fluids after an unattended death should always be handled by trained specialists.

Cleaning bodily fluids following an unattended death requires specialist biohazard training, professional  grade disinfectants and strict safety procedures to prevent exposure to harmful pathogens.

At Surrey Clean Team, we provide 24/7 emergency biohazard cleaning across Surrey & West Sussex. As a result families are protected, supported and never left to face this alone.

Why you should never attempt to clean bodily fluids yourself 

Serious Health Risks

Bodily fluids can contain dangerous pathogens such as:

  • Hepatitis B & C
  • HIV
  • MRSA
  • C. diff
  • Bloodborne viruses
  • Airborne bacteria

Since these risks increase significantly if the person has been deceased for several hours or days, proper protection is essential. Therefore, professional biohazard technicians use full PPE, specialist chemicals, and clinical grade disinfection methods to ensure the property is left safe to re enter.

Incorrect cleaning makes the situation worse

Household cleaning products cannot remove biohazards. They will not eliminate:

  • Bacteria
  • Fluids absorbed into flooring and soft furnishings
  • Airborne pathogens

Consequently, improper cleaning can lead to persistent odours, staining and long term, hidden contamination.

What professional Biohazard  cleaning includes

Our trained technicians follow strict protocols including:

  • Full PPE
  • Removal of contaminated materials
  • Deep cleaning and disinfection
  • Odour neutralisation
  • Correct Biohazard waste disposal

We restore the area to a safe, habitable condition with complete discretion and respect.

We’re Here to support you – 24/7

If you’ve experienced an unattended death at home, you should never face the clean up yourself.  Surrey Clean Team provides:

  • Rapid emergency response
  • Discreet, compassionate service
  • Fully trained Biohazard technicians
  • Coverage across Surrey, West Sussex and surrounding areas

Ultimately, you are not alone- we are here to help through this difficult time.

Frequently Asked Questions

is it safe to clean bodily fluids myself? 

No, Bodily fluids can contain harmful pathogens. Only trained professionals should handle Biohazard cleaning.

How quickly can Surrey Clean Team attend?

We offer a 24/7 emergency response, and usually attended within hours.

Will the property be safe to enter once Surrey Clean Team has finished?

Yes, we remove all contaminated hard and soft furnishings, fully sanitise the property and clean thoroughly.

 

Need help?

Contact Surrey Clean Team for all your Biohazard needs. We are here day and night to support.