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Unattended Death

Discovered someone who passed alone. What to do first, who to call, how to handle cleanup and the estate.

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Crime Scene / Homicide

Your property is involved in a violent crime. Rights, responsibilities, cleanup, and insurance.

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Suicide

Navigating grief, cleanup, family conversations, and the practical steps that still have to happen.

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Overdose Death

What to do after someone dies of an overdose at home — cleanup, fentanyl residue risks, legal steps, insurance, and grief.

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House Fire

Insurance claims, temporary housing, restoration, and how to avoid getting taken advantage of.

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Finding a Legitimate Company

How to vet biohazard cleanup companies — certifications to require, red flags to watch for, and questions to ask before hiring.

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Estate Attorney Guide

Do you need an estate attorney after a sudden death? Almost always yes. What they do, what it costs, and how to find one.

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Does Insurance Cover Cleanup?

Usually yes — but there are steps you must take first. The complete guide to insurance coverage.

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Talking to Your Kids

Age-appropriate ways to explain a traumatic death to children — what to say, what not to say, and warning signs to watch for.

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Hoarding Cleanup

A loved one's home is overwhelming. Levels of hoarding, costs, finding qualified help, and protecting your family member.

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Water Damage

Burst pipe or flood? The first 60 minutes matter most. Insurance claims, restoration costs, and avoiding mold.

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Mold After Water Damage

Mold starts growing in 24 hours. Health risks, testing, remediation costs, and getting insurance to pay.

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Fentanyl Contamination

A property used for drugs needs professional decontamination. Testing, process, costs, and finding qualified crews.

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Estate Cleanup

Cleaning out a deceased loved one's home. Legal steps, the sorting system that works, and finding hidden valuables.

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Vehicle Death Cleanup

Someone died in a vehicle you own. Biohazard cleanup, insurance coverage, costs, and next steps.

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Victim Compensation Funds

Free money most crime victims never claim. Every state has a fund — here's how to apply and what's covered.

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Landlords: Tenant Death

A tenant died in your rental. Cleanup, insurance, legal obligations, and getting the unit rent-ready.

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Decomposition Cleanup

When a body goes undiscovered for days or weeks. What decomposition does to a home, remediation process, and costs.

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Odor Removal After Death

Death odor is one of the hardest to eliminate. What works, what doesn't, and when to call professionals.

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Meth Lab Cleanup

Buying or renting a former meth lab is a serious health hazard. Testing requirements, certified decontamination, and disclosure laws.

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Blood Cleanup After Accident

Accident scenes, falls, or medical emergencies at home. DIY vs. professional cleanup and biohazard risks you can't see.

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Sewage Backup Cleanup

Sewage is a Category 3 biohazard. Health risks, what insurance covers, the cleanup process, and finding certified contractors.

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Smoke Damage Restoration

Smoke and soot damage lingers long after the fire is out. Restoration timeline, costs, and how to work your insurance claim.

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Trauma Scene Cleanup Process

What actually happens when a biohazard crew shows up. Step-by-step process, what to expect, and questions to ask.

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Biohazard Cleanup Certification

What certifications should a cleanup company have? IICRC, ABRA, OSHA standards — how to verify before you hire.

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Choosing a Funeral Home

Funeral homes vary wildly in price and quality. What to ask, hidden fees to watch for, and your rights as a consumer.

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Grief Counseling Resources

Traumatic loss hits differently. Types of grief support, how to find a therapist who specializes in trauma, and free resources.

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Insurance Adjuster Tips

The adjuster works for the insurance company, not you. How to document, negotiate, and maximize your claim payout.

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Property Value After Death

Does a death on a property lower its value? Stigmatized property laws, disclosure requirements, and what buyers actually pay.

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Emergency Documents Checklist

The documents every family needs before a crisis hits. Where to store them, what happens without them, and how to get copies fast.

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Wrongful Death Lawsuit

When negligence caused the death. What a wrongful death lawsuit covers, how to find an attorney, and what compensation looks like.

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