December 9, 2014
Every day, businesses across the US are faced with the difficult prospect of biohazard cleanup. Even though the apparent physical dangers in some industries are minimal, it’s quickly becoming standard practice for retailers, manufacturers, transportation providers and hotel chains to establish a contractual relationship with a professional crime scene clean up company, so that when […]
December 5, 2014
August is a hot time of year for most of the US. In New Mexico, the temperature remains warm but steady, averaging 84 degrees. While it may be a great time to visit the pool, it can make some already challenging jobs increasingly difficult. On one summer afternoon, a homeowner phoned Aftermath to describe a […]
December 2, 2014
It’s a situation most people will experience at least once in a lifetime. An elderly parent or relative passes on, and the family must decide what to do with decades of collected memories, cherished treasures, and the all the other material possessions that accompany modern living. Whether you’ve been down this road before or have […]
November 28, 2014
What You Need to Do if You Witness a Homicide Witnessing a murder has different immediate impacts on different individuals. The most important thing to do is get help and stay safe, even if you are afraid to contact the police or do not feel like you cannot handle any sort of interview. Be honest […]
November 25, 2014
Because things like violent crime or serious accidents are out of the ordinary, most people don’t make plans for them. Even when they do, very few consider what they’ll do after the crisis has passed. Depending on the type of emergency, you might need the services of a remediation company like Aftermath. So how do […]
November 21, 2014
A death in the family is a difficult and taxing experience no matter how it happens. Moreover, when the circumstances of a tragedy draw the attention of outsiders such as the media and police, few families are prepared to adequately cope with the additional pressures. While there is no one way to deal with the […]
November 18, 2014
It’s a topic many of us are familiar with. We’ve all seen images of hoarded homes on TV or heard stories of city officials evicting residents from their property because they’ve allowed too much junk to accumulate. The easy thing to do is to dismiss hoarding behavior as pure laziness; people should know better than […]
November 14, 2014
In some situations, Aftermath technicians must contend with more than just blood, bio or the risk of bloodborne pathogen exposure. In highly publicized cases, media attention can make cleanup more difficult. Additional vehicles, curious bystanders asking questions, and increased police presence can lead to further stress on the family or property owner. When the incident […]
November 7, 2014
After a suicide or violent crime, it’s vital that the death scene be cleaned properly and with the right tools. This prevents the spread of infectious diseases and ensures safety for everyone in the immediate area. While trauma cleanup technicians are required to be professional and thorough, there is another part of the job that […]
November 4, 2014
Hoarding is a serious problem that can be hard for outsiders to understand. Many people have a hard time fathoming how their loved ones can live in such conditions—but the truth is, many hoarders don’t even realize they have a problem. Do you know how to help a hoarder in denial? Use Love – First of […]