Properties once used as methamphetamine labs or contaminated by drug manufacturing and use leave behind dangerous chemical residues that are often invisible to the naked eye but hazardous to anyone who lives or works there. A.S.A.P. Restoration & Remodeling provides certified meth lab cleanup and decontamination services throughout all of Los Angeles County, helping property owners, landlords, and buyers return contaminated spaces to a safe, livable condition.
Methamphetamine production involves toxic, corrosive chemicals that soak into drywall, carpet, insulation, HVAC systems, and even wood framing. Residue left behind from cooking or smoking meth can cause respiratory problems, skin irritation, headaches, and long-term health issues for anyone exposed, especially children. Our IICRC trained technicians follow strict decontamination protocols, using specialized testing, chemical neutralization, and, when necessary, removal and replacement of contaminated building materials to bring the property down to safe residual contamination levels.
With 35+ trained field technicians available 24/7/365, we respond quickly whether you're a landlord who just discovered a tenant was using your property as a lab, a buyer who received disclosure of past contamination, or a property manager needing clearance testing before re-occupancy. We handle every step in-house, from initial assessment to final clearance, so you have one accountable team managing the entire process.
What we do, step by step
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Initial Inspection & Testing
We assess the property and collect samples to identify the extent and type of chemical contamination present.
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Containment Setup
The affected area is sealed off and ventilation is controlled to prevent contaminated air or dust from spreading to clean areas.
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Removal of Contaminated Materials
Porous materials like carpet, drywall, and insulation that cannot be fully decontaminated are safely removed and disposed of as hazardous waste.
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Chemical Decontamination
Remaining surfaces, including hard flooring, walls, cabinetry, and HVAC components, are cleaned and neutralized using specialized decontamination agents.
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Post-Cleaning Verification Testing
We conduct follow-up testing to confirm the property meets safe residual contamination standards before anyone moves back in.
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Documentation for Compliance
We provide thorough documentation of the testing and cleanup process to support legal, real estate, or insurance requirements.
Warning signs
- Unusual chemical, ammonia, or solvent odors in the property
- Chemical staining on walls, floors, or ceilings
- Discovery of lab equipment, chemical containers, or residue
- Prior tenant arrest or eviction related to drug manufacturing
- Disclosure of former meth lab use during a real estate transaction
- Corrosion or discoloration on plumbing fixtures or metal surfaces
Certified, Compliant Decontamination
Meth lab cleanup must meet specific regulatory standards before a property can be legally re-occupied or sold. Our team understands the testing and decontamination requirements involved and works methodically to bring contaminated properties down to safe levels, providing the documentation needed to satisfy local authorities, lenders, and real estate transactions.
Protecting Everyone's Health
Because meth residue can affect air quality, surfaces, and HVAC systems throughout an entire property, we take a comprehensive approach, testing and treating every area the contamination may have reached rather than just the room where the lab was located.
Insurance & your claim
Coverage for meth lab contamination varies by policy, and we work directly with landlords, property owners, and insurance carriers to document the damage thoroughly, including photos, chemical testing results, and detailed Xactimate estimates, to support any applicable claim.
You have the right to choose your own contractor for decontamination work, and our dedicated project managers will walk you through every step, communicating in English or Spanish, so you always know where the project stands.
We also rebuild
Once a property has been decontaminated and tested clear, our reconstruction team can rebuild everything removed during cleanup, including drywall, flooring, cabinetry, and electrical, restoring the property to a safe, move-in ready condition under one roof.
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