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A dead animal in a wall, attic or crawlspace produces an odor that fills the whole house. We find it, remove it along with contaminated materials, disinfect the area and eliminate the smell.
- Odor tracking
- Walls, attics & crawlspaces
- Fluid & insect cleanup
- Odor elimination
What is dead animal cleanup?
Dead animal cleanup is the locating and removal of an animal carcass along with the fluids, insects and building materials it has contaminated. Technicians track the odor source, open walls or access crawlspaces as needed, remove the carcass and soiled materials, disinfect the area, and treat the odor.
Removing the animal is only half the job
When a rodent, squirrel, raccoon, opossum or bird dies inside a home, it is usually somewhere hard to reach: inside a wall, under insulation, in a duct or deep in a crawlspace. As it decomposes, fluids soak into surrounding materials and flies and beetles move in. Even after the carcass is gone, those materials keep producing odor.
We track the source using odor, insect activity and moisture readings so wall openings are as small as possible. Then we remove the carcass and everything it contaminated, disinfect, and treat the odor so it does not linger.
Signs of a dead animal in your home
- Strong, sweet, rotten odor in one area
- Odor that gets worse in warm weather
- Flies gathering near walls, windows or vents
- Stains on ceilings or drywall
- Maggots or beetles near baseboards
- Recent pest control or trapping
Why dead animals need proper cleanup
Odor is the obvious problem. It is not the only one.
Bacteria
Decomposing animals and their fluids carry bacteria that contaminate surfaces.
Insects
Flies, maggots and beetles spread through the home.
Parasites
Fleas, ticks and mites leave a dead host and look for a new one.
Lingering odor
Fluids in insulation and wood keep smelling after removal.
Our dead animal cleanup process
Locate, remove, decontaminate and deodorize.
Locate
We track odor, insect activity and moisture to pinpoint the carcass.
Access
We use existing access points when possible and make small, clean openings when needed.
Removal
The carcass and contaminated insulation, debris and materials are removed and bagged.
Disinfect
The area is cleaned and disinfected, and insects are treated.
Odor treatment
Enzyme treatments and hydroxyl or ozone treatment remove lingering odor.
Close & report
Openings are closed for your contractor or ours, and you receive a photo report.
Where we find and remove dead animals
Homes, rentals and businesses across Middle Tennessee
Homeowners & families
Homeowners get the source found and removed without tearing up the house.
Landlords & property managers
Landlords and property managers get fast response when tenants report odors.
Businesses & facilities
Restaurants, offices and warehouses get discreet removal and documentation.
Dead animal removal in Nashville homes and buildings
Dead animal calls spike after pest control treatments and during summer heat, when decomposition speeds up and odor gets stronger. Many homeowners wait for the smell to fade on its own, but fluids in insulation and wood can keep producing odor for weeks.
Our job is to find the source quickly and fix it completely. We remove the animal and the materials around it and treat the odor, so the problem is actually solved.
If you have an active wildlife problem, we will recommend you have a licensed wildlife professional seal entry points so it does not happen again.
Discreet, documented, done right the first time
24/7 local response
A Nashville-based crew answers day or night, including weekends and holidays, and can usually be on site the same day.
Unmarked vehicles
No logos, no sirens, no attention. Neighbors, tenants and guests do not need to know why we are there.
Full PPE & safety protocols
Technicians follow OSHA bloodborne pathogen and hazard communication standards on every job.
Licensed waste transport
We are licensed to transport regulated medical waste, so contaminated materials are removed and disposed of properly.
Insurance-friendly
Photo documentation and itemized scopes help with claims. See how insurance coverage works.
Clear pricing
You get a written scope before work begins. Learn what drives cleanup cost.
Dead Animal Removal & Cleanup near you
We serve all of Nashville and Davidson County plus the six surrounding counties. See every location on our service areas page.
Dead Animal Removal & Cleanup questions
Straight answers to what people ask us most. More in our biohazard cleanup FAQ.
Talk to a technicianHow do you find a dead animal in a wall?
We follow the odor, look for insect activity and use moisture readings to narrow the location before opening anything.
Will you have to cut my walls?
Sometimes a small opening is needed. We use existing access points whenever possible.
Will the smell go away on its own?
It may fade over weeks, but fluids in insulation and wood can keep smelling. Removal and treatment solve it faster.
Do you remove large animals?
Yes. We handle carcasses of many sizes, including raccoons, opossums and pets.
Do you handle dead animals outdoors?
Yes, including under decks, porches and outbuildings.
How fast can you come?
We answer 24/7 and are often on site the same day.
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Need dead animal removal & cleanup today?
Call any time, day or night. We will walk you through what to do right now, give you a clear plan, and get a crew moving.