Why Choose PuroClean of Van Nuys for biohazard cleanup?

Is your home or business dealing with a backed-up sewer or the spreading of an infectious illness? Are you in need of crime scene clean-up services? PuroClean of Van Nuys delivers a full range of biohazard clean-up services, including using the PuroClean RapidDefense™ Program for a bacterial or viral outbreak. Safety is critical to proper biohazard clean-up. The PuroClean of Van Nuys team will carefully contain the area, remove unsalvageable materials, and then sanitize those that remain. Our trained technicians deodorize the site if any odors remain, returning your property to pre-loss condition.

PuroClean RapidDefense™ Program in Van Nuys, CA

The PuroClean RapidDefense™ Program is the best way to sanitize public spaces. Our system helps stop the spread of pathogen-based illnesses like MRSA, Norovirus, Covid-19, and Influenza. The Environmental Protection Agency-registered, safe products provide up to three months of protection to prevent contamination and minimize the risk of pathogens spreading.

Prioritizing Safety

Biohazard clean-up must be performed with particular attention to safety, industry, and OSHA standards. Our trained technicians wear specialized personal protective equipment (PPE) to protect themselves. They also contain the area and take the appropriate steps to keep you, your family, or your employees safe.

Thorough Clean-up and Decontamination

All affected materials that are not retained and disinfected according to industry standards and state regulations are removed and discarded

Professionalism at our Core

PuroClean of Van Nuys’s certified technicians will arrive professionally dressed and ready to meet your property restoration needs on time. We treat you with respect and understanding.

Biohazard & Virus Cleanup Services in Van Nuys, CA

Professional Biohazard Cleaning Near You — With Compassion and Speed

When tragedy strikes, PuroClean of Van Nuys is here to help families, businesses, and communities recover. Our IICRC-certified teams provide rapid, respectful cleanup services across Van Nuys, Sherman Oaks, North Hollywood, Studio City, and neighboring areas. Whether you’re facing an unattended death or virus exposure, we respond 24/7 safely, discreetly, and with empathy.


Fast Action. Compassionate Support. Real Results.

Biohazard cleanup involves sanitizing, disinfecting, and deodorizing areas affected by trauma, death, or infection. These often include blood, human or animal remains, chemical spills, and biological fluids.

In Van Nuys and surrounding areas, the responsibility for cleanup falls on the property owner after law enforcement finishes their investigation. PuroClean steps in with experience, regulatory knowledge, and the discretion these events demand.


What Is the BOPIM Standard?

The OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens (BOPIM) Standard governs how biohazard technicians handle blood and other infectious materials. PuroClean of Van Nuys follows BOPIM protocols with rigorous attention to:

  • PPE (gloves, respirators, eye/face protection)
  • Engineering and work-practice controls
  • Hazardous waste transport per LA County rules
  • Vaccine and medical records compliance
  • Ongoing technician safety training
  • Recordkeeping per state and federal guidelines

Our technicians are equipped not just with tools—but with compassion and OSHA certification that ensures your safety long after cleanup.


PuroClean’s Biohazard Cleanup Services in the San Fernando Valley

We tailor our services to address the unique property risks in this area—including multi-family residences, older homes, HOA-restricted condos, and busy commercial spaces.

Standard Services:

  • Blood & Bodily Fluid Cleanup
  • Crime Scene Cleanup (non-investigative)
  • Unattended Death & Decomposition Cleaning
  • Hoarding Cleanup With Biohazard Risk
  • Odor Removal From Organic Decay
  • Virus, Bacteria & Pathogen Disinfection (COVID-19, Hep A/B)
  • Feces & Urine Cleanup
  • Sharps & Needle Disposal

Local Expertise: Van Nuys Biohazard Risk Factors

Environmental & Structural Triggers:

  • Aging plumbing in mid-century homes → risk of sewage backups
  • Santa Ana winds + dry heat → increased fire and decomposition odor spread
  • High occupancy in apartment buildings → rapid spread of viruses and bacteria
  • Homeless encampment proximity areas → higher exposure to sharps and human waste

Typical Property Types We Serve:

  • Multi-unit apartment complexes (e.g., Valley Village, Studio City)
  • HOA-restricted townhomes (Sherman Oaks, Tarzana)
  • Retail & commercial offices (Sherman Oaks Galleria zone)
  • Older single-family homes (Reseda, Valley Glen)

Does Biohazard Cleanup Require Certification?

While certification is not legally mandated in California, OSHA requires extensive safety training and PPE compliance. At PuroClean of Van Nuys, every technician is trained in:

  • Full-face PPE use
  • Respirator and filtration systems
  • Cross-contamination barriers
  • LA County disposal and transport policies

We go beyond compliance to ensure every technician meets or exceeds industry standards.


Our Step-by-Step Cleanup Process

  1. Site Evaluation & Risk Assessment
  2. Scene Containment (especially critical in HOA-regulated buildings)
  3. Hazard Material Removal
  4. Disposal According to LA County Bio-Waste Law
  5. Porous Material Extraction (e.g., carpets, drywall)
  6. Decontamination & Disinfection
  7. Odor Neutralization (hydroxyl or ozone based on scene specifics)
  8. Post-Inspection & Clearance Documentation

We can provide documentation for insurance and HOA boards upon request.


The PuroClean RapidDefense™ Program

PuroClean’s PuroClean RapidDefense™ Program disinfects commercial and public environments in minutes—ideal for:

  • Clinics near Van Nuys City Hall
  • Fitness centers in Studio City
  • Multi-tenant buildings in North Hollywood

We apply EPA-registered antimicrobials that protect surfaces, killing pathogens like Norovirus, Hepatitis, and MRSA.


Why PuroClean of Van Nuys?

  • Licensed, Insured & IICRC-Certified
  • Empathetic, Local Technicians Trained for Discretion
  • Support With Insurance Claims
  • Familiar With Local Permits, HOAs & Property Regulations
  • Fast Response Throughout the San Fernando Valley

Biohazard Cleanup FAQs

Q: How fast can PuroClean of Van Nuys respond to a biohazard emergency?
A: We’re local, so we typically arrive within hours across Van Nuys, Sherman Oaks, and the surrounding areas.

Q: What’s included in trauma or unattended death cleanup?
A: Our technicians are trained, and they are very empathetic and understand how sensitive these situations can be. A complete assessment is needed to properly answer this question, however, usually the proper procedure is to remove bodily fluids, sanitize affected materials, deodorize, and ensure safe waste disposal before the property can be returned to its pre-event condition.

Q: Is the odor from decomposition dangerous?
A: Yes. It can contain harmful VOCs and bacteria. We use advanced ozone/hydroxyl tech to eliminate it safely.

Q: Do you work with HOAs in Valley Glen or Tarzana?
A: Absolutely—we understand HOA rules and can provide reports for compliance.

Q: Is biohazard cleanup covered by insurance?
A: Often yes, and we can help you determine that with your insurance provider. We assist with claim filing, photos, and adjuster coordination.

Q: Can you handle crime scene cleaning in North Hollywood apartments?
A: Yes. We offer non-investigative crime scene cleanup with complete discretion.


Call PuroClean of Van Nuys for Expert Biohazard Cleaning Today

Discretion. Compassion. Precision. These are the pillars of our biohazard cleanup services.

Whether you’re a landlord in Sherman Oaks, a business owner in Studio City, or a family facing loss in Van Nuys—PuroClean is here to restore your space and peace of mind.

Call (818) 538-6911—Available 24/7

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15-40%

on water damage claim costs.

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