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For the safest and most effective cleanup of a former methamphetamine lab, it is highly recommended to hire a qualified and licensed environmental cleanup company like Bio-Tec Emergency Services, LLC.

 

These professionals are trained to handle hazardous materials and have the necessary equipment to safely decontaminate the property. 

 

The following steps outline the typical meth lab cleanup procedure, based on U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines and state health department recommendations. 

 

 

1. Safety and preliminary assessment

• Do not enter. If you suspect a property is a meth lab, do not enter. Immediately contact your local law enforcement or health department. Chemicals used in production are highly toxic and explosive.
• Pre-remediation ventilation. After law enforcement and hazardous materials teams have removed the bulk of the chemicals, the property should be aired out for several days. This helps to dissipate volatile contaminants.
• Create a cleanup plan. A certified industrial hygienist will assess the extent of contamination to develop a comprehensive, written cleanup plan. This plan will specify the decontamination methods, safety measures, and disposal procedures. 

 

2. Decontamination and removal

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). All cleanup personnel must wear full PPE, including respirators, gloves, protective suits, and eye protection, to prevent chemical exposure.
• Remove porous materials. Absorbent materials, such as carpeting, drapes, upholstery, and clothing, trap chemical vapors and residue. It is often more cost-effective and safer to dispose of these materials than to attempt cleaning them.
• High-Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) vacuuming. After removing absorbent materials, use a commercial-grade HEPA vacuum to remove contaminated dust from floors, walls, and other hard surfaces. 

 

3. Cleaning and sealing hard surfaces

• Detergent washing. Wash all hard, non-porous surfaces with a detergent-water solution. This includes ceilings, walls, counters, cabinets, and floors. Repeat the wash and rinse process at least three times, changing cleaning rags and solution frequently to prevent cross-contamination.
• Encapsulation. After cleaning, repaint interior surfaces with an oil-based paint, epoxy, or polyurethane primer followed by an additional coat of paint. This provides a barrier that seals any remaining residue. 

 

4. HVAC and plumbing

• HVAC system. The heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system can circulate chemical fumes and dust. All vents, ductwork, and filters must be cleaned or replaced. Do not run the system until cleanup is fully complete.
• Plumbing. Chemical waste is often poured down drains. If a chemical odor is detected, hire a professional plumbing contractor to inspect and clean or repair the system and septic tank. 

 

5. Final testing and certification

• Confirmatory testing. After decontamination is complete and surfaces are dry, a qualified third party should conduct surface wipe tests and air sampling. These samples are sent to a laboratory for analysis to ensure contaminant levels are within state-approved limits.
• Final reporting. Once the property passes the confirmatory testing, a final report is issued, and the property can be recertified for safe reoccupation.