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Vacant homes and buildings used by squatters are often left with needles, human waste, drug residue, trash and damage. We make the property safe and ready for repairs, sale or new tenants.
- Sharps sweeps
- Human waste cleanup
- Drug residue
- Trash-out & odor
What is squatter cleanup?
Squatter cleanup is the removal of biohazards, trash and contamination from a vacant home or building after unauthorized occupancy. It typically includes a sharps sweep, human waste removal, trash-out, drug residue cleaning, disinfection and odor control so the property can be repaired, sold or re-rented.
What squatters leave behind
Once utilities are shut off, vacant properties used by squatters quickly deteriorate. Toilets stop working, so human waste ends up in buckets, bathtubs and corners. Drug use leaves needles and residue. Trash, food waste and soiled bedding attract rodents and insects.
Investors, banks, landlords, heirs and property managers call us when they regain possession. We sweep for sharps, remove waste and trash, clean and disinfect, and deal with odor, so contractors and inspectors can safely get to work.
Common conditions we find
- Needles and drug paraphernalia
- Human waste in toilets, tubs or containers
- Trash, food waste and soiled bedding
- Rodent droppings and insect activity
- Smoke or chemical residue on walls
- Strong odor throughout the building
Why vacant property cleanup is hazardous
Multiple biohazards in an unlit, unmaintained building.
Needlesticks
Sharps hide in bedding, debris and piles of clothing.
Human waste
Waste without working plumbing creates serious bacterial contamination.
Drug residue
Meth or fentanyl residue may be present on surfaces.
Structural hazards
Damaged floors, broken glass and removed fixtures create injury risks.
Our squatter cleanup process
Safety sweep, trash-out, decon, then odor.
Walkthrough
We document conditions with photos and identify hazards and scope.
Sharps & hazard sweep
Needles, glass and dangerous items are located and removed before bulk work begins.
Trash-out
Debris, soiled furniture and bedding are removed and hauled away.
Biohazard cleanup
Human waste is removed and affected fixtures and floors are cleaned and disinfected.
Residue & surface cleaning
Walls, floors and fixtures are washed. Drug residue testing is available.
Odor control & report
Odor treatment and a photo report for owners, lenders or insurers.
Properties we clean
Homes, rentals and businesses across Middle Tennessee
Homeowners & families
Heirs and families who discover a relative's vacant home was occupied can get it safely cleaned.
Landlords & property managers
Landlords and property managers use us after evictions and abandoned units.
Investors, banks & asset managers
Investors, banks and asset managers rely on documented cleanups for REO and foreclosure properties.
Vacant property and squatter cleanup in Nashville
Nashville's fast-moving real estate market means vacant properties are often in transition, whether through probate, foreclosure, investment or redevelopment. When those properties are occupied without permission, owners are left with cleanups that are far beyond a normal trash-out.
We combine sharps safety, biohazard cleanup, trash removal and odor control in one crew, which saves you from coordinating multiple vendors. We also provide photo documentation that lenders, insurers and buyers often require.
If you suspect drug use in the property, we can test surfaces before and after cleaning.
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.
Squatter & Vacant Building Cleanup near you
We serve all of Nashville and Davidson County plus the six surrounding counties. See every location on our service areas page.
Squatter & Vacant Building Cleanup questions
Straight answers to what people ask us most. More in our biohazard cleanup FAQ.
Talk to a technicianCan you remove squatters?
No. Removal of occupants is a legal matter for the owner, courts and law enforcement. We clean after the property is vacant and secured.
Do you haul away furniture and trash?
Yes. Trash-out is part of our squatter cleanup service.
Can you test for drug residue?
Yes. Surface testing is available. See meth residue cleanup.
Do you work with banks and investors?
Yes. We provide documentation and invoicing suitable for asset managers.
Can you secure the property?
We can recommend board-up and security vendors and coordinate timing.
How long does it take?
Most homes take one to three days depending on conditions.
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Need squatter & vacant building 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.