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Professional Crime Scene Clean-Up Services in Charleston
Facing the aftermath of a crime scene? You don’t have to handle it alone. National Crime Scene Cleanup’s compassionate experts are here to help. We provide professional, discreet cleanup services in Charleston and surrounding areas.
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Specialized services
Cleanup situations we handle
Call us for any crime scene cleanup in Charleston, SC. We have an extensive range of experience with the following scenarios:
- Homicides and Suicides: In these moments of grief, we deliver a service that completely restores the property to be safe, comfortable, and functional once again.
- Accidents: Every crime scene cleaner on our crew can manage biohazard remediation with precision and efficiency, whether the scene is in an office, home, or vehicle.
- Unattended Deaths: Standard cleaning supplies are inadequate for trauma scene cleanup. Let us bring the skills and equipment necessary to address all the challenges of decomposition, ensuring the complete elimination of odors and all related biohazards.
- Industrial Incidents: Industrial workplaces can be the scene of dangerous chemical spills and other uniquely dangerous scenarios. Trust us to restore safety and compliance with professional diligence.
We handle the insurance
Dealing with a traumatic event is hard enough—let us handle the insurance process for you. We work directly with your provider to cover the cleanup cost, so you don’t have to worry.
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Professional Process
Our Crime Scene Clean-Up Process
We carry out our work with meticulous attention and genuine compassion. The crew at our crime scene cleaning company has perfected a four-part system that guarantees your property returns to a state of absolute biological safety.
- Site Assessment and Strategic Dialogue: Our process begins with a discreet survey of the premises. Technicians in OSHA-mandated protective equipment document the scene and engage in a dialogue with you.
- Microscopic Contaminant Identification: The greatest risks of a trauma scene cleanup are sometimes invisible. The advanced testing we perform allows us to map out microscopic contaminants and completely neutralize them.
- Systematic Sterilization: We then execute a comprehensive treatment of all relevant surfaces using hospital-grade cleaning materials. This phase neutralizes pathogens with powerful, eco-friendly formulas.
- Final Clearance and Property Restoration: Our crime scene cleanups in Charleston, SC, conclude with more testing before we fully restore the area to its pre-incident condition.
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Covered by Insurance
Paying for Crime Scene Cleanup Costs
Dealing with a crime scene is traumatic, to say the least, so we strive to make the payment one less thing to worry about. You may be surprised to learn that damage to property and personal items caused by a violent crime, or similar injury or death is often covered by property or renters insurance. We are experts in managing the insurance process to help maximize coverage and minimize or eliminate the financial burden of a professional cleanup.
If insurance is available, we take care of everything and work directly with your insurance carrier so you can focus on your family. If insurance coverage is not available, we offer significant self-pay discounts and flexible payment options.
We also try to help uninsured and low-income customers find organizations or government resources for possible financial assistance opportunities.
For your convenience, we accept:
- Homeowners Insurance
- Renters Insurance
- Credit Cards
- Payment Plans
- Cash & Checks
- Assistance Funds: We can help connect you with funding sources to help with coverage gaps, deductibles, or out-of-pocket expenses.
Financial Assistance Options for Crime Scene Cleanup
For family members, victims, and property owners seeking financial assistance for crime scene cleanup, we’ve compiled a list of helpful resources:
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Our Services
Additional Crime Scene Cleaning Services
National Crime Scene Cleanup offers an extensive suite of services that go beyond basic scene cleanup in Charleston, including:
Blood Pathogen Decontamination
Our staff in Charleston is prepared to handle these and many other specialized cleaning needs. We know how important it is to restore a sense of normalcy after a traumatic event. That’s why we approach every service with unwavering dedication, ensuring your property is not just cleaned but truly restored to a livable space where you can begin to move forward.
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24/7 Availability and Emergency Response
Crises demand an immediate and unwavering response. This is why we keep the phone lines at our crime scene cleaning company readily available 24/7. For quick results and comprehensive bioremediation, we also prioritize:
- Rapid Mobilization: Our local presence allows for exceptional speed. We can deploy crime scene cleaners to be on-site ASAP.
- Ready-to-Act Fleet: We constantly keep our emergency response vehicles in a state of full preparedness, readily equipped with all necessary tools and supplies.
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Answers
Frequently asked questions
Unexpected tragedies often leave us with many questions. We’re here to provide answers and support during this difficult time. Below are some common inquiries, but please don’t hesitate to reach out with any other concerns you may have.
What does crime and trauma scene cleanup involve?
Crime and trauma cleanup includes the removal of blood, bodily fluids, and other biohazards, followed by deep cleaning, sanitization, and odor removal to restore the area safely.
How soon can your team arrive?
We offer 24/7 emergency response and can typically arrive within a few hours, depending on your location.
Is crime and trauma cleanup covered by insurance?
Yes, most homeowners’, business, renters’, and auto insurance policies cover biohazard cleanup. We work directly with insurance providers to handle the claims process for you.
Need more information? Our FAQ page provides additional details to address your concerns.
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Our lines are open around the clock, call us anytime and we will be able to address your situation promptly.
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Legal compliance
Understanding trauma cleanup laws & regulations
Crime and trauma scene cleanup isn’t just about restoring a space—it involves strict federal, state, and local regulations designed to protect public health and safety.
A licensed, bonded, and insured cleanup company ensures compliance with all applicable laws, preventing legal liabilities and health risks.
Key agencies that regulate biohazard cleanup include:
- OSHA – Workplace and biohazard exposure safety standards
- EPA – Environmental protection and hazardous waste disposal
- State Environmental Agencies – Local biohazard handling regulations
- U.S. DOT & State DOT – Transportation of hazardous materials
These regulations govern disinfection, restoration, disposal, and transport of biohazardous waste. Compliance is essential, and most cases require trained professionals with proper certifications to handle the full scope of the job.
At NCSC, our crews are fully licensed, trained, and compliant with all applicable regulations, ensuring safe and legal remediation for every scene we service.
We respect your privacy
Our cleanup crews show up in unmarked vans to ensure we don’t draw attention while you are dealing with this loss.
Our Charleston Coverage
Charleston, SC is rich in history, hospitality, and coastal charm. National Crime Scene Cleanup proudly serves the area with specialized biohazard and trauma cleanup services. Our certified technicians ensure safe, compliant restoration after incidents involving blood, bodily fluids, or hazardous contamination. We are committed to helping Charleston communities recover with dignity.
Beyond Charleston Borders
National Crime Scene Cleanup extends its professional crime scene cleanup services beyond Charleston, reaching neighboring cities and states.
Our commitment to safety knows no bounds, ensuring communities in the surrounding areas receive the same high-quality care and expertise that defines our service in Charleston, South Carolina.