What Qualifies as a Biohazard, and Why Is It Dangerous?
The word “biohazard” can feel overwhelming, especially when it’s used to describe something in your own home or vehicle after a traumatic event. But what exactly qualifies as a biohazard, and why does it matter? At Aster Trauma Scene Cleaning, we take biohazard risks seriously. Here’s what you need to know to protect your health, […]
Why You Need a Professional to Clean a Trauma Scene
When tragedy strikes, whether it’s an unattended death, suicide, or crime, families are often left overwhelmed, confused, and unsure of what steps to take next. One of the most crucial and time-sensitive decisions is how the scene will be cleaned. And while it may be tempting to handle it yourself, this is never something a […]
Why Trauma Cleanup Is Part of the Healing Process
After tragedy strikes, the world feels shattered. There’s grief, confusion, fear, and the overwhelming question of what to do next. For families affected by a violent crime, suicide, or unattended death, one of the first and most painful realities is the physical scene left behind. It’s more than a mess. It’s a reminder. And until […]
Why First Responders Are More Susceptible to Suicide and How to Help
Police officers. Firefighters. Paramedics. Dispatchers. These are the people who run toward the chaos, who carry others out of burning homes, hold hands in moments of crisis, and witness tragedies that never make the news. But behind the uniforms are human hearts, and many are silently struggling. First responders are at a significantly higher risk […]
Who Pays for Crime Scene Cleanup?
A Guide to Insurance, Victim Compensation & Support in Colorado After a tragedy, whether it’s a violent crime, suicide, or unattended death, most families aren’t just grieving. They’re also left wondering: Who pays for cleaning this up? It’s one of the most common (and stressful) questions we hear at Aster Trauma Scene Cleaning. And the […]