1. Safety first
The crew checks for hazards such as tight access, weak flooring and electrical wires before entering the area.
Candler Park, Atlanta, GA · Fulton County
Found a dead raccoon, opossum or rodent on your Candler Park property? Keep pets away and call (877) 812-4220 to get carcass removal, cleanup of the area and disinfection.
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Dead animal removal and cleanup is the safe removal of an animal carcass from a wall, attic, vent, crawl space, yard or home, followed by cleaning, disinfecting and odor treatment of the area.
Whether you own a home, rent it out or manage property in Candler Park, Atlanta, GA, you can get dead animal cleanup anywhere in Fulton County by calling Candler Park Biohazard Cleanup Help. Crews work at any hour in attics, crawl spaces, garages, sheds, ductwork and yards.
Many homes in Atlanta, about 43%, were built before 1980. Older insulation and wood framing soak up fluids and hold odor for a long time. With July highs near 90 degrees in Candler Park, crews keep attic time short and take extra care with fluids and odor in warm, closed spaces.
The work often covers:
The crew checks for hazards such as tight access, weak flooring and electrical wires before entering the area.
The animal is lifted with protective equipment, bagged and sealed, so germs and fluids stay contained.
The carcass and any nesting debris are removed, and fluid-soaked materials are cut out and replaced later.
Odor and air are checked, and the owner is shown the work and told what, if anything, needs follow-up.
Dead animal removal & cleanup in Candler Park, Atlanta, GA typically costs $150 to $250, depending on the size of the affected area and the materials involved.
How long the animal has been there affects the job. Longer decomposition means more fluids in insulation and framing, and stronger odor.
| Type of job | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Dead animal removal | $150 - $250 |
| Dead animal removal | $150 - $250 |
Figures are planning ranges from Bob Vila, HomeAdvisor, not a price for any specific Candler Park property. Price drivers include where the animal is, whether walls must be opened, size of the animal, odor and cleanup afterward. Call (877) 812-4220 any hour.
Rules for removing and disposing of dead animals vary by city and county, and animal services handle public property in many places. Worker safety follows OSHA rules for contaminated materials. Ask your city or county what applies where you are.
It can be. Fluids can carry germs, and pests such as flies and fleas spread through the home. Do not touch it bare-handed, keep children and pets away and wash your hands well. People with asthma or sensitive lungs should stay out of the area.
It is not a good idea. The odor can last for weeks, flies and other pests may follow, and fluids can stain drywall and insulation. Removal and cleanup are safer and faster than waiting.
Open windows where it is safe, keep children and pets away, and try to note where the smell is strongest. Do not tear open walls. Call Candler Park Biohazard Cleanup Help at (877) 812-4220 to talk through the safest next step.
The smell can last a few days to a few weeks, depending on the size of the animal, the weather and where it died. It fades faster once the animal and soaked materials are removed and the area is treated.
The crew follows the odor, checks vents, attic access and crawl spaces, and looks for flies and stains. Sometimes a small camera or a small opening in drywall is needed. Once the animal is found, it is removed and the area is cleaned.
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Call (877) 812-4220 to talk through removal, cleanup and odor control.
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