Biohazard is a term that refers to any biological material that poses a risk to human health or the environment. Examples of biohazard include blood, bodily fluids, animal waste, infectious agents, and contaminated materials. Biohazard can be present in various settings, such as crime scenes, trauma scenes, hoarding situations, sewage backups, and mold infestations.
Biohazard can cause serious damage to buildings and their occupants if not properly cleaned and disinfected. Some of the dangers of biohazard are:
- Exposure to infectious diseases: Biohazard can contain pathogens that can cause diseases such as hepatitis, HIV, tuberculosis, and COVID-19. These diseases can be transmitted through direct contact, inhalation, ingestion, or injection. Exposure to biohazard can also trigger allergic reactions, asthma attacks, and skin irritations.
- Structural damage: Biohazard can degrade the quality and integrity of building materials, such as wood, drywall, carpet, and insulation. Biohazard can also attract pests and rodents that can further damage the structure and create health hazards.
- Odor and stains: Biohazard can produce unpleasant and persistent odors and stains that can affect the appearance and value of the property. Odor and stains can also indicate the presence of hidden biohazard that may not be visible to the naked eye.
Why Choose PuroClean of Meadow Woods
To prevent these dangers, it is essential to hire a professional biohazard cleanup company like PuroClean of Meadow Woods. PuroClean of Meadow Woods is a certified and experienced biohazard cleanup company that serves the Orlando area. We offer:
- 24/7 emergency response: We are available around the clock to respond to any biohazard situation. We will arrive on-site within an hour and start the cleanup process as soon as possible.
- Comprehensive cleanup and restoration: We follow strict protocols and use advanced equipment and techniques to clean, disinfect, deodorize, and restore the affected areas. We also remove and dispose of any biohazard waste in accordance with local and federal regulations.
- Compassionate and discreet service: We understand that biohazard situations can be traumatic and stressful for our customers. We treat every property with respect and care, and we work discreetly to protect your privacy and dignity.
How a biohazard cleanup works
Cleaning a biohazard is far more intensive than a regular cleaning — even a whole property deep clean. When carrying out a routine cleaning, the occasional missed spot isn’t the end of the world. In fact, many people commonly overlook all kinds of places when they’re cleaning, such as switch plates, door handles, and ceiling fans. However when it comes to cleaning biohazards, absolutely nothing can be overlooked or missed. When the risks come from microbes invisible to the naked eye, removing them requires a special kind of know-how.

The first consideration is PPE. Hazmat cleanup requires suits that are liquid and airtight, as well as gloves, latex booties, respirators, eye goggles, face shields, and more. With so much restrictive clothing, working as a biohazard cleaner is a physically demanding job that requires meticulous attention to detail. The smallest slip up could result in the cleaning technician themselves being exposed to the biohazard they’re trying to remove.
If a forensic cleaning is particularly extensive, a control room might be set up. This is a clean environment through which technicians can enter and exit the scene without spreading contaminants any further. This is particularly important in cases of multi-pathogen scenes, or when dealing with airborne pathogens that are especially harmful to humans.
Once suitably protected from any hazardous material, cleaners need to locate every last trace of the biohazard. A stained carpet could indicate a much larger pool of hazardous material beneath. Fluids can drip through several floors of a property, and AC units can quickly disperse airborne particles throughout an entire building. Biohazard cleaning begins at the cause of the hazard, but usually involves searching and cleaning the entire property.