Who cleans up after a suicide? - Telford, Shrewsbury, Wolverhampton, Stoke & Stafford

Who cleans up after a suicide?

Suicide is a horrible and devastating situation for both the person who loses the battle and the family and friends who are left behind to try and mentally, emotionally and physically rebuild themselves.

In the event of a suicide the Police may want to attend and confirm it was this exact situation, once they have concluded their investigation and the body has been removed it is then down to the family to ensure that what is left is professionally cleaned, disinfected and in some cases decontaminated.

While they have the option to as it is ultimately their choice is not advisable for a family to do it themselves as many things come into play to ensure that it is performed correctly and does not present a danger to themselves or others.

For example after a quick forensic investigation by the cleaning specialist, blood may be removed and look clean but the bacteria and potential viral infection may be left behind, invisible microbes may continue to multiply and small residue may rot and attract rodents, flies and maggots.

As professional forensic operators for ten years we have the advanced technology to remove stains, and kill bacteria and viruses invisible to the naked eye. This technology enables us to project a dry disinfection fog to follow air currents and kill harmful microns of particles in the air, in grates, inside electrical items, air conditioning systems and more.

Our second machine uses electrostatic technology to push the tiny particles of hospital grade NHS validated high spectrum disinfectant underneath the surface where bacteria and viruses can hide completely from spray bottles and cloths.

We also have in place professional partners that we are licensed to remove biohazardous items to for heat treatment and incineration or deep landfill. We retain all legal paperwork after we transfer it for several years and are licensed by the Environmental Department to carry and sign over any biohazardous waste.

Whether it is a crime scene, suicide, attended or unattended death in Telford, Shrewsbury, Wolverhampton, Stoke or Stafford why not give us a call and let us take care of everything for you in a kind, compassionate and patient manner. With over 100 5* ratings and reviews we must be doing something right :)

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Support for Families

Nobody plans for this kind of clean. Families are often in shock and may be travelling from elsewhere in the country. The team can work with a key collected from a solicitor or neighbour, so relatives do not need to attend. Calls are handled calmly and privately, vans are unmarked on request, and neighbours are told nothing. Where personal belongings can be saved, they are cleaned and returned. Where they cannot, the family is asked before anything is removed. More guidance is in the post on who cleans up after a death.

Working Across Shropshire and the West Midlands

From its base in Madeley, Telford, the team covers Telford and Wrekin, Shrewsbury and the Shropshire market towns, including Newport, Shifnal, Bridgnorth, Much Wenlock, Ludlow, Market Drayton, Whitchurch, Wem and Oswestry. It also works across Wolverhampton, Dudley and the wider West Midlands. Rural jobs are planned around access, parking and distance, so a village property gets the same response as a town-centre flat.

Specialist-Only Work

The company does not provide regular, standard, one-off or standard end-of-tenancy cleaning. In Telford and Shrewsbury and across the region it focuses only on specialist jobs: after-death and trauma cleaning, biohazard cleaning, hoarder and house clearance, mould removal and hospital-grade disinfection.

Why Clients Trust the Team

1. Specialist experience since about 2009, working for councils, schools, landlords, solicitors and families.

2. NHS-validated disinfection technology with an up to 99.9999% kill rate against over 260 pathogens.

3. Over 90 schools treated across Birmingham, Dudley, Wolverhampton, Telford and Shrewsbury, with 3,000+ rooms decontaminated.

4. £10m public liability insurance.

5. Emergency lines open 24/7.

Giving Back

Usable items from clearances are passed to charities wherever possible, and since 2022 the company has given just over £30,000 of donations in items and services. During the pandemic it also cleaned NHS workers' homes for free while they were on shift, with staff still paid for that work.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to be at the property?

No. Many families arrange for a key to be collected from a solicitor, agent or neighbour, and receive photographs when the work is finished.

Can personal belongings be saved?

Often, yes. Items that can be cleaned safely are cleaned and returned. Nothing is thrown away without asking first.

Is the quote free?

Yes. The assessment and written quote are free and carry no obligation.

Can you help with an insurance claim?

Yes. The written treatment record and photographs can be sent to an insurer or landlord.

Get a Free Quote

The team covers Telford, Shrewsbury, Wolverhampton, Newport, Shifnal, Bridgnorth, Ludlow and Market Drayton. Call free on 0800 193 3699, mobile 07462 479 576, or email specialists@shropshirecleaners.expert for a free, no-obligation quote. Emergency lines are open 24/7.