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Crime Scene Cleanup Simi Valley: Discreet, Certified Trauma Remediation

Simi Valley isn’t where you expect trauma to unfold. But when it does, families, landlords, and business owners face more than the emotional aftermath, they’re left with biological risk, legal responsibility, and structural contamination.

Total Restoration handles Simi Valley’s crime scene and trauma cleanup with certified crews, full containment, and unmatched discretion.

This isn’t janitorial work. It’s regulated biohazard remediation, governed by OSHA, enforced by insurance carriers, and critical to protecting your health and property.

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We’ve restored homes near Sycamore Park, handled incidents off the 118, and worked inside Simi’s gated communities. No matter where it happens, we show up fast, work quietly, and don’t leave until every hazard is gone and every document is in your hands.

Every job follows a regulated protocol: barrier setup, PPE deployment, air filtration, surface testing, hazardous material removal, disinfection, drying, verification, and documentation. And every scene is handled with the discretion this city expects.

Simi Valley properties come with their own biohazard realities:

  • Senior Living + Aging-in-Place Homes – Unattended deaths go undiscovered longer, increasing contamination and odor penetration.
  • Suburban Layouts with Shared HVAC – Townhomes and condos risk cross-contamination through ducts if HVAC isn’t immediately shut down.
  • Vehicle Intrusions + Highway Proximity – Highway 118 incidents can result in trauma scenes inside garages or adjacent properties.
  • Rodent Intrusion in Outlying Areas – Dry droppings, urine, and nests can aerosolize and contaminate insulation, attic cavities, and ducts.

Simi Valley looks quiet from the outside. But on the ground, trauma strikes like anywhere else — and when it does, we’re on call 24/7 to contain, disinfect, and restore. We don’t cut corners, and we don’t show up with logo-wrapped trucks and head-scratching confusion.

Questions We Hear from Simi Valley Clients

It depends on severity and how far the contamination spread. A single-room trauma may cost between $2,500 and $4,000. Multi-room, decomposition, or HVAC intrusion increases that range. We give firm estimates before work starts.

In most cases, yes. Especially if we provide the necessary evidence, ATP test logs, time-stamped photo reports, and disposal manifests. Most carriers approve claims when it’s properly documented.

Not safely. And not legally if you’re a landlord or commercial operator. Bloodborne pathogens, bioaerosols, and improper waste handling put you at risk, and likely void coverage.

We handle these frequently. We work directly with hosts and property managers to get units cleared, remediated, and ready to re-list without reputational fallout.

Yes. Flooring, drywall, insulation, or personal items beyond recovery are removed under hazmat protocols. We restore everything else, structurally and cosmetically.

Anywhere from 4 hours to 3+ days. Factors include scene size, moisture levels, HVAC exposure, and material types. We don’t rush safety.

Yes. Our technicians hold IICRC trauma certifications, OSHA bloodborne pathogen training, and extensive hands-on remediation experience in Ventura County.

90 minutes or less. We’re based in Ventura County and run local dispatch.

No. We neutralize all odors using medical-grade HEPA scrubbers and hydroxyl generators. If needed, we treat HVAC systems and crawlspaces.

You’ll get ATP clearance testing results and, if requested, third-party hygienist certification showing the space is safe for occupancy.

Why Trauma Scenes in Simi Valley Require Certified Cleanup

What looks like a simple spill or stain may be teeming with life-threatening pathogens. Crime scenes and unattended deaths introduce contaminants that aren’t just visible, they travel into baseboards, ductwork, subflooring, and personal belongings.

Simi Valley homes, especially in older subdivisions, contain materials that absorb biohazards faster:

The moment our crew arrives, we control airflow, contain the area, and start disinfection using EPA-registered antimicrobials. From there, we test surfaces, remove affected materials, sanitize structural elements, and document every step.

Nothing leaves until it’s safe. Nothing gets missed. We know how to handle trauma without judgment, disruption, or shortcuts.

Google Reviews

Robyn VanTol
01:51 24 Jan 25
These guys did smoke remediation on our house in the Palisades. They did a great job walking us through the process and were very fast in getting us a quote and starting the job. Very appreciative of them.
Jeff Wilson
14:57 12 Jan 25
I thought a different perspective may be nice with a review. I'm an employee with total restoration and I've worked with the owner for over 6 years. It's been so nice working with and for someone who always just wants to do what's right by the customer and do it well. Coming from a long construction background I can say that's not easy to find. Our team/ family works hard to provide a good experience as well and a good final product. Hopefully you're never in a place to need us, but if you do we are the company I would want walking into my home.
Alan E
19:29 31 Dec 24
Absolutely a great company to work with.
Excellent work
Excellent staff
Very professional
Holly Holder
05:09 21 Dec 24
Our experience working with Total Restoration to reconstruct our kitchen after water damage leak was honestly the best service we could have asked for. From the moment we met with Blake who did our estimate and walked me through every single question I had and really worked with us and our insurance agent. Jeff was our project manager and he was not only very personable & great to work with, he worked tirelessly to get us back in our home before Christmas. Not only that but we worked our budget to get us all that we needed and more to get our house back to a home. Thank you to the entire team!! Our home restoration would not have been as smooth with the company our insurance recommended I know that.
Randy J Reyes Jr
17:56 11 Dec 24
Great company and very professional. Chris is very knowledgeable and experienced. They take on small and big jobs, if your looking for someone this team is the one to hire.
Sally Ponce-O'Rourke
00:58 11 Sep 24
I highly recommend Total Restoration whether you have a small job (like in our bathroom) or a challenging one like with our condominium. First, they had to find the window leaks and because it is a 3 story building, had to erect scaffolding on the outside of the condo. They replaced drywall and surprisingly did an incredible job matching the old paint on the interior walls. Jeff Wilson and his team were professional and at the same time approachable. Our daughter & fiancé live in the condo in a different city than where we live. Jeff kept us informed (including pictures] every step of the way which alleviated any concerns we might have had. Also, being my husband is in the construction business, we knew the cost was reasonable and the results were amazing. Guarantee, Total Restoration will be the first & only company we will call when we need a job done right!
Lisa Johnson
22:53 27 Feb 23
I was so lucky to find Chris and his company Total Restoration. They were very responsive to my phone calls, came out to see the mold problem and explained in detail how they could fix the issue.
It required remediating mold, which was hidden under my cabinet frames, rebuilding the frames and literally putting my kitchen back together again. Once they were finished my kitchen looked as good as it was originally, including the quartz counters and cabinets!
I can’t be more happy with how fast and careful they completed my entire kitchen repair, including remediating hard to reach mold. Their price was very fair, as my insurance would not cover the issue.
Total Restoration, with it’s owner Chris and his very competant crew, including his sister is the best company I have ever dealt with!

What Total Restoration Delivers

Emergency Arrival

We’re available 24/7. Our trauma-trained crews arrive in under 90 minutes, and containment begins the moment we’re on site.

Containment & Air Control

Industrial poly sheeting with zipper access
Negative air machines for controlled airflow
HEPA filtration to capture airborne bloodborne pathogens and bioaerosols

OSHA-Compliant Decontamination

EPA-approved hospital-grade disinfectants
ATP swabs (adenosine triphosphate) verifying surfaces are pathogen-free
Full PPE and OSHA-regulated cleanup protocols

Structural Restoration & Sanitization

Thermal cameras and pin meters to trace fluid spread into subfloors and walls
Sanitization and sealing of salvageable structural elements

Targeted Removal

Extraction of carpets, flooring, drywall, or furniture beyond recovery
Regulated bagging, labeling, and chain-of-custody disposal
Antimicrobial treatment of surrounding structures

Insurance Documentation

Time-stamped photos, videos, and scene logs
ATP and hygienist testing reports
Chain-of-custody manifests for waste disposal Final clearance documentation proving the site is safe and habitable

Deep Dive: Simi Valley’s Crime Scene Cleanup Challenges

Biohazard Cleaning Specialist

High summer heat accelerates decomposition, spreading odor and bacterial growth quickly through homes and multi-unit buildings. In canyon-adjacent areas, poor ventilation in crawlspaces and attics allows bloodborne pathogens to linger undetected. Older homes with porous materials like hardwood or plaster absorb fluids deep below the surface. And in commercial zones, incidents in auto shops or warehouses demand OSHA-regulated protocols for chemical and biological exposures.

Our approach includes:

We tailor every crime scene response to Simi Valley’s housing stock, heat conditions, and community needs.

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Insurance Advocacy for Simi Valley Homeowners + Landlords

When trauma strikes, you’re hit with enough. Fighting your carrier shouldn’t be one of them.

Total Restoration goes to bat for our clients with the strongest documentation in the industry:

We don’t just check boxes. We communicate directly with adjusters, help file supplemental claims, and back you up when the carrier pushes back.

You don’t have to chase forms, wait on callbacks, or wonder if you’ll be reimbursed. We handle that while you focus on recovery.

Call Total Restoration for Crime Scene Cleanup in Simi Valley Today

Crime scenes escalate fast. Odors deepen. Contaminants spread. Your window to get covered narrows.

Call (805) 410-4999 now. We’ll be there in 90 minutes or less. Fully contained. Fully documented. Fully handled.

It’s not just about cleaning up. It’s about protecting your home, your health, and your claim.

Local Dispatch. Regional Force.

Crime doesn’t care about city limits. Our trauma crews serve every square mile of:

We know the neighborhoods, the building codes, and how to navigate sensitive situations in suburban and high-density areas. We arrive unmarked, work discreetly, and stay until the job’s done, start to finish.

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