A cleanup referral list you can stand behind.
When you release a scene, the family often takes the first name they’re given. Point them to verified, local companies, and find vendors for your own vehicles and facilities.
Why the referral matters
Families in shock rarely shop around. Unlicensed operators and inflated bills are common in this industry, and the person who hands over a name carries some of that trust. Every company here was checked by a person before it was marked Verified, and the badge shows the month we last checked.
What to tell the family at release
- They don’t need to clean anything themselves, and shouldn’t.
- Their homeowner’s or renter’s insurance may cover it, and so may the state’s crime victim compensation program.
- They can search their city at this site and call a verified company directly, at any hour.
For your agency
Many listed companies also clean and disinfect patrol vehicles, holding cells, evidence and property rooms, and spaces after tear gas or pepper spray is used. Look for vehicle cleanup and tear gas cleanup on the listings in your area.
Printable referral cards
Free for any agency, victim advocate or chaplain.For patrol cars and victim advocates
Hand families a card, not a guess
Print 10 pocket cards on one sheet. The QR code opens our search, or the page for your city, with verified local cleanup that answers 24/7. Add your agency name and lines for an officer name and case number.
Make your cardsWhat the card says
After the scene is released
- Please don’t clean it yourself.
- Find verified local cleanup, answered 24/7.
- Insurance and victim compensation often help pay.
- Emergency 911 · Crisis 988
Officers and investigators: tell your story.
Our magazine interviews the people who work these scenes. If the public should hear how you handle a scene release, we’d like to talk.