1. Respect for the space
Crews treat the property as a family home first. Doors are closed, work is done quietly and nothing is discussed outside the job.
Somerville, TX · Burleson County
Do you manage a property in Somerville where a homicide happened? Call (877) 812-4220. Homicide cleaning includes removal of contaminated materials, deep disinfection and odor control before reopening.
If anyone is in danger, call 911 first. For a suicide crisis, call or text 988.
Homicide cleanup means restoring a home, business or vehicle after a death by violence. Trained hands handle the contamination so families can focus on grief, funeral plans and each other.
Families, landlords and property managers in Somerville and the rest of Burleson County can get homicide cleanup done with care. You get crews in protective equipment who follow OSHA bloodborne pathogen rules and treat the property with respect. Call Somerville Biohazard Cleanup Help.
Only about 18% of households in Burleson County rent, so most homicide cleanups are arranged by homeowners and their families. About 64% of homes in Somerville were built before 1980, and older carpet, subfloor and wood trim absorb fluids deeply.
A typical homicide cleanup job includes:
Crews treat the property as a family home first. Doors are closed, work is done quietly and nothing is discussed outside the job.
Affected rooms are sealed, and the crew puts on full protective equipment so nothing spreads to other areas.
Contaminated materials are bagged and removed. Surfaces are treated with hospital-grade products and the air is cleaned.
Deodorizing and filtered air machines clear the smell so the space feels normal for whoever returns.
Most homicide cleanup jobs in Somerville, TX cost between $2,000 and $10,000, based on published cost guides.
Porous materials such as mattresses, upholstery and drywall add labor and disposal costs, because each one is removed and hauled as medical waste.
| Type of job | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Larger scene | $3,000 - $10,000 |
| Smaller scene | $2,000 - $6,000 |
| Violent crime scene | $2,500 - $9,000 |
These ranges come from published cost guides (Crime scene cleanup cost guide from a biohazard cleanup company, BioCleaners Directory) and are not a quote for Somerville. Price drivers include size of the scene, how deep fluids reached, number of rooms, waste disposal. For a real number, call (877) 812-4220.
Only after law enforcement releases the scene. In Texas, a justice of the peace or a medical examiner, depending on the county, looks into certain deaths. Ask the police when the property can be entered.
Insurance comes first. The Texas Crime Victims' Compensation Program may pay up to $2,250 for crime scene clean-up for crimes after July 14, 2016. In a rental, the lease and local law decide who pays.
The cost depends on how large the affected area is, how many porous materials are removed and how much odor treatment is needed. The cleanup team sets its price after seeing the space. Insurance or victim compensation may cover part of it.
Many homeowners policies cover crime or death cleanup after the deductible, though some exclude certain cases. Renters policies often cover cleanup but not the building. Call your insurer before work starts and ask what applies.
Yes. Dried blood can still carry bloodborne pathogens, and wiping or scraping can release particles. Crews wear protective equipment and use hospital-grade disinfectants to make the area safe.
Crews set personal items aside and clean what can be saved. Items soaked with fluids may have to go. The team tells you what it finds, so you decide what matters.
Private, respectful cleanup after the scene is released.
Call (877) 812-4220