For families and friends
Suicide cleanup in Lancaster
We are sorry for your loss. You do not need to see the room again, and you do not need to arrange everything today.
When you are ready
There is no rush. The room can stay closed until you or someone you trust decides to call. Some families ask a friend or relative to make the call for them, and that works just as well.
The company will ask where in the home it happened and what kind of flooring and furniture are in the room. They do not need details about the person or how they died.
If you want anything kept, such as a photo, a letter, a piece of clothing, say so on the first call. Ask them to set personal things aside rather than throw them out.
What the company does
The work is the same as after any injury: removing blood and anything it soaked into, disinfecting, and taking the waste away sealed. The company should leave the room clean and neutral, with nothing left behind that tells what happened.
If you want the work done without signs on the van or at the house, ask for that when you call.
Questions
Does insurance cover suicide cleanup?
It may. Homeowners and renters policies differ. Call the insurer, explain that cleanup is needed after a death in the home, and ask what is covered.
When you're ready to call
Someone else can make the call for you. The company will explain each step and won't start until you agree.
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