San Antonio Crime Scene Cleanup | Biohazard Cleanup Team

Local Help in San Antonio, TX

The Texas OAG reimburses up to $2,250 for crime scene clean-up on crimes after July 14, 2016, and HomeGuide's third-party estimate puts most residential biohazard jobs at $1,500 to $5,000. In Bexar and the surrounding Hill Country counties, those two figures plus insurance usually decide what a family ends up paying.

Across Bexar, Comal, Hays, Kendall and Guadalupe counties we connect families, landlords and property managers with independent crews working the region, from north San Antonio and the medical center to New Braunfels, San Marcos, Kyle and Buda.

San Antonio Service Details

What providers in this area actually see: coverage, common jobs, local pricing factors, and rules worth knowing.

Service Area Notes

Bexar County crews cover San Antonio proper — downtown, the medical center, the north side and Alamo Heights — along I-35, I-10 and Loop 1604; Comal and Guadalupe County jobs run through New Braunfels and Seguin along I-35.
Coverage from San Antonio to the I-35 corridor: Bexar County (San Antonio), Comal County (New Braunfels, Canyon Lake), Guadalupe County (Seguin, Schertz), Hays County (San Marcos, Kyle, Buda), and Kendall County (Boerne).
Older housing near downtown, military-adjacent communities near Joint Base San Antonio, and newer suburban developments in the north and along I-35 are all served.
The Buda–Kyle–New Braunfels corridor along I-35 between Austin and San Antonio has grown rapidly, with a mix of newer master-planned communities and older ranch-style homes; crews travel US 290 and I-35 from San Marcos through to San Antonio for jobs in this corridor.

Common Jobs in San Antonio

Unattended death remediation in private homes and apartment communities
Post-incident cleanup once the scene is released by investigators
Hoarding cleanouts coordinated with families, at a pace the resident agrees to
Trauma and accident cleanup in homes, businesses and vehicles
Rental-unit remediation and documentation for landlords and property managers
Estate cleanouts and preparing homes for sale after a loss

What Drives Pricing Here

San Antonio-area crews bill hourly plus materials and waste disposal; HomeGuide's third-party estimate runs $25 to $150 or more per hour, or $1,500 to $5,000 for typical jobs (HomeGuide).
South Texas summer heat speeds decomposition, so unattended deaths found after several days usually need more flooring and drywall removal (HomeGuide).
The Texas OAG program pays up to $2,250 for crime scene clean-up and up to $50,000 overall, but only after insurance; landlords should check whether the policy or the tenant's claim applies first (Texas OAG).
Method: figures above are published third-party estimates and state limits, not bids; your local crew confirms scope and price on site.

Permits & Local Rules

Deaths requiring investigation in Bexar County go through the Bexar County Medical Examiner; surrounding Hill Country counties use justices of the peace or the regional medical examiner system. Cleanup begins only after the scene is released.
Under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 56B, the OAG Crime Victims' Compensation Program covers crime scene clean-up up to $2,250 for crimes after July 14, 2016, within a $50,000 overall cap (Texas OAG). Workers follow OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030.
Step 1: the Bexar County Medical Examiner or police release the property. Step 2: a project lead documents the scene and the insurance claim number. Step 3: the work zone is contained and crews put on respirators and suits. Step 4: contaminated carpet, pad and drywall are removed and manifested as waste. Step 5: surfaces are disinfected, tested and deodorized before the unit is turned back to the family or manager.

Local Conditions

South Texas summer heat regularly tops the century mark, and in a closed home that heat speeds decomposition, so unattended deaths found after a few days often need subfloor and drywall removal rather than surface cleaning.
Military families near Joint Base San Antonio (Lackland, Randolph, Fort Sam Houston) sometimes face cleanup while stationed elsewhere, and crews work with remote owners and base housing offices.
Older housing near downtown San Antonio and in neighborhoods south of the city, along with newer developments in the north, make up a varied housing stock.
Hill Country humidity in Comal and Hays counties—especially near Canyon Lake and along the Guadalupe River—keeps moisture levels high even when temperatures drop, and that humidity can push odor deeper into porous materials like wood framing and carpet padding.
Bexar County's Environmental Health Services division handles public health complaints related to nuisance conditions; in cases involving hoarding or property condition concerns, crews sometimes coordinate with county inspectors to document remediation and confirm the unit meets habitability standards before re-occupancy.

Neighborhoods & Suburbs Served

San Antonio · New Braunfels · San Marcos · Kyle · Buda · Boerne · Seguin · Schertz · Alamo Heights · Canyon Lake

Emergency Response Expectations

San Antonio and Hill Country requests are answered day and night. If the Medical Examiner still holds the scene, a crew can be lined up for release.

San Antonio FAQs

How much does crime scene cleanup cost in San Antonio?

HomeGuide's third-party estimate is $1,500 to $5,000 for most jobs, billed at $25 to $150 or more per hour. Scenes with carpet, multiple rooms or summer heat run higher.

Will the Texas OAG pay for cleanup after a crime in San Antonio?

For eligible crimes after July 14, 2016, the Texas OAG reimburses up to $2,250 for crime scene clean-up. The program pays after insurance and requires the crime to be reported.

Does the crew work with military families stationed elsewhere?

Yes. Crews coordinate access with a keyholder or base housing office and send photos and documentation so you don't need to return.

Do sellers in Texas have to disclose a death in the home?

Texas Property Code § 5.008 does not require disclosure of a death by natural causes, suicide or an accident unrelated to the condition of the property.

How long does cleanup usually take in the San Antonio area?

Most single-room scenes are completed in one day. Larger jobs—especially those involving summer heat exposure or multiple rooms—may take two or more days depending on the scope identified during the on-site assessment.

Does humidity in the Hill Country affect cleanup?

Yes. Comal and Hays County humidity can push odor into wood framing and drywall faster than in drier climates. Crews often use dehumidifiers and air scrubbers as part of the deodorization process in these areas.