Most people never expect to need a crime scene cleanup company. But when tragedy strikes, someone has to step in and restore the space. Television dramas often skip over the part where a grieving family is left with the aftermath. Police and emergency services do their job, but the cleanup? That’s not their responsibility. It’s up to the family or property owner to figure out how to safely and legally handle what’s left behind.
The Problem No One Talks About
Founded 20 years ago, Crime Scene Services travels across North and South Carolina focused on more than just scrubbing walls and floors.
“Bloodborne pathogens, biohazards, and drug residue like fentanyl or meth can linger long after a space looks clean, shared Lora Ramirez, President of Crime Scene Services. “Exposure can pose serious health risks, and trying to handle it yourself with bleach and gloves can be overwhelming and dangerous.
More Than a Job, It’s a Calling
Their work includes everything from crime scene cleanup and natural death decontamination to hoarding situations, drug lab cleanup, and vehicle restoration. And they do it not just for individuals, but for commercial clients like property managers, landlords, and vehicle rental companies who are often left with contaminated spaces and no idea what to do next.
What sets Crime Scene Services apart from big-name restoration franchises is a deep commitment to people. Many companies take a demolition-heavy approach: rip everything out and bill for the rebuild. But Lora’s team takes a different path.
“We follow state guidelines and use military-grade disinfectants. We test before and after every job to ensure the space is safe,” she says. “But we also try to keep as much intact as possible, so families or property managers aren’t stuck with huge costs to repair everything.”
Her work often means walking into incredibly emotional, unpredictable situations. But she doesn’t shy away from that. “You don’t know what you’re going to get emotion-wise, and we just try to be there for people in the best way we can.”
Serving the Carolinas with Integrity
Crime Scene Services travels within a 3-4 hour radius to serve everyday people who suddenly find themselves in extraordinary circumstances, unsure of where to turn. And in those moments, they need someone who not only understands the technical side of cleanup, but the human side, too.
“We just want people to know we’re here,” says Lora. “Most folks don’t even realize this kind of service exists until they need it. And when they do, we want them to know they don’t have to do it alone.”
Hope on the Other Side
For Lora, the most rewarding part of the job is watching a space transform. “It might start out hoarded, dirty, unsafe. But when we leave? It’s livable again. It’s clean. It’s safe. That means everything to us.”
In the aftermath of trauma or loss, Crime Scene Services offers more than a clean space. They offer peace of mind, compassion, and a path toward healing.
You can learn more about their services at https://crimescenesvcs.com/. You can reach them by phone at 704-221-5329.
Last modified: July 30, 2025
