1. Safety first
The team confirms the area is clear of people and pets, then suits up and sets the working limits of the room.
Joffre, Memphis, TN · Shelby County
Is it safe to clean this yourself? In Joffre, call (877) 812-4220 before you try. A crew can handle human feces removal, urine treatment and disinfection with the right protection.
If anyone is in danger, call 911 first. For a suicide crisis, call or text 988.
Biohazard waste cleanup includes feces and urine when they are present in large amounts or have soaked into building materials. The work follows protective rules for workers and for the public.
When you need human waste cleanup around the clock, you can get it in Joffre, Memphis and nearby towns in Shelby County. Crews follow safety rules from the first step to the last. For questions, call Joffre Biohazard Cleanup Help.
Around 55% of households in Memphis rent, so landlords and property managers often set up waste cleanup between tenants. In Memphis, about 38% of residents are older adults who live alone, which is why family members often call for help clearing a loved one's home.
Human Feces & Urine Cleanup in Joffre usually includes:
The team confirms the area is clear of people and pets, then suits up and sets the working limits of the room.
Cleaners set up protection, close off the work area and keep foot traffic out.
Waste is lifted and soaked materials are cut out and bagged. Hard surfaces are cleaned, then disinfected with EPA-registered products.
Odor is treated at its source, waste is hauled away as regulated waste, and the room is checked before it is handed back.
Most human feces & urine cleanup jobs in Joffre, Memphis, TN cost between $400 and $1,500, based on published cost guides.
How long the waste has been there affects the work. Dried and aged waste needs extra steps to soften and lift safely.
| Type of job | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Human waste cleanup average | $400 - $1,500 |
These ranges come from published cost guides (Yelp Costs) and are not a quote for Joffre. Price drivers include amount of waste, whether it soaked into flooring or furniture, odor treatment, waste disposal. For a real number, call (877) 812-4220.
The safety steps are the same, but commercial jobs may involve shared restrooms, customers and business hours. Crews work to close off the area, clean it and keep documentation for managers and insurers.
Relatives or an estate sometimes cover the cost. Free help exists in some places for people with low incomes, and a local social services office may know of it. Ask the cleanup team about payment plans too.
Crews follow rules designed to protect workers from bloodborne pathogens, including the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1030, when blood or other body fluids are present. Rental housing and sanitation rules vary by city and county.
Yes. Human waste can spread germs through touch, dust and contaminated surfaces. A small accident on a hard floor can be cleaned with gloves and a disinfectant, but large amounts call for a human feces cleanup team.
Yes. Human feces can carry bacteria and viruses such as E. coli, hepatitis A and norovirus. In large amounts, or when it soaks into building materials, it is cleaned with protective gear and disinfected like any other biohazard.
The odor is unpleasant and can irritate the nose, throat and eyes. Dried waste can release particles when disturbed, so avoid sweeping or scrubbing it. Open a window if you can and call a cleanup team for large amounts.
Call (877) 812-4220 any hour for feces and urine cleanup.
Call (877) 812-4220