Mold is one of those topics which can be scary, but is often misunderstood - and here in humid Alabama, mold is very common!
Luckily, Bio-One has your back, and we are here to answer all of your mold-related questions.
Mold can show up in your home for a number of reasons, and mold can present itself in many different ways. If you suspect you have mold in your home, call us, and we will immediately:
After that, we assist you in making sure the reason for your mold is first taken care of, and then we come out to do the mold removal and mold remediation.
Sometimes mold removal requires the removal of things like drywall - and sometimes it doesn't - it really depends on the extent of the problem, and the necessary scope of work.
Bio-One is a local, family-owned company right here in Montgomery, Alabama, with two other family-owned locations in Birmingham and Huntsville - we are here to help all homeowners in Alabama with honest and affordable mold removal, and we specialize in Mold Removal in Opelika, AL.
Give us a call today! (334) 523-9191
Bio-One of Montgomery provides professional hantavirus disinfection and rodent droppings cleanup in Montgomery, Prattville, Millbrook, Pike Road, Auburn, Opelika, and surrounding Central Alabama communities. Call 334-523-9191.
You noticed the signs — chewed wires, scratching sounds in the attic at night, maybe droppings in the pantry. You did the right thing and called a pest control company. They came out, sealed entry points, set traps, and cleared the rodents. Problem solved, right? Not quite. What most pest control companies don't do — and what most homeowners don't realize — is that the rodents left something behind far more dangerous than the inconvenience of their presence: contaminated droppings, urine, and nesting material that can pose a serious health risk to you and your family. And right now, hantavirus is one of the biggest concerns on people's minds — and for good reason.
Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS) is a severe, potentially fatal respiratory illness caused by hantaviruses — most commonly transmitted through contact with infected rodent droppings, urine, or saliva. In the United States, the deer mouse is the primary carrier, but other rodents can also harbor the virus. People contract hantavirus most frequently by inhaling tiny airborne particles contaminated by infected rodent waste. This means that simply sweeping up droppings in your attic, crawlspace, or basement without proper precautions could put you at serious risk. According to the CDC, hantavirus has a mortality rate of approximately 38% — which is why awareness and proper cleanup procedures matter so much. Hantavirus does not spread person to person. You get it from the rodents — specifically from their waste. And that's exactly why professional hantavirus disinfection and rodent droppings cleanup is not a DIY job.
Rodent contamination is rarely limited to one spot. In our experience serving Montgomery and the surrounding areas, we commonly find rodent droppings, urine, and nesting material in:
• Attics — the #1 most common location in Alabama homes
• Crawl spaces under the home
• Inside wall voids
• Garages and storage areas
• HVAC ducts and air handling units
• Basements
• Kitchen cabinets and pantry areas
Every one of these locations carries the same risk: disturbing the droppings without proper PPE and disinfection protocols can aerosolize the hantavirus particles and other pathogens, putting anyone nearby at risk.
Bio-One's rodent droppings cleanup and hantavirus decontamination process is thorough, methodical, and done right the first time. Here's what we do: 1. Assessment — We inspect the full scope of contamination before touching anything. This includes attic insulation, crawlspace vapor barriers, HVAC components, and any other affected areas. 2. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) — Our technicians suit up with full respirators, Tyvek suits, gloves, and boot covers. You should never attempt this without full PPE — an N95 mask is not sufficient. 3. Wet Treatment of Droppings — Before any removal, all droppings and contaminated material are thoroughly saturated with a hospital-grade EPA-registered disinfectant. This critical step kills pathogens and prevents aerosolization. This is the step most DIYers skip — and the most dangerous one to skip. 4. Careful Removal — Contaminated material is carefully removed, bagged, and disposed of in accordance with biohazard waste protocols. 5. Full Surface Disinfection — All affected surfaces are treated with disinfectant, including wood framing, subflooring, joists, and any structural components that were exposed to rodent waste. 6. Deodorization — We address odor at the source, not just with masking agents. As a side note: in many attic cleanups, insulation that has been heavily contaminated or compromised by rodents needs to be removed and replaced. We can facilitate this as part of the overall remediation process.
We understand the impulse. You found some droppings in the attic, you grab a broom and a trash bag, and you start cleaning. But here's the problem — the moment you sweep those droppings without proper wet treatment first, you are potentially aerosolizing hantavirus particles. You are breathing them in. And hantavirus doesn't care how healthy you are. Beyond hantavirus, rodent droppings can also carry: • Leptospirosis • Salmonella • Lymphocytic choriomeningitis (LCM) • E. coli • Histoplasmosis (from bat and bird droppings) The bottom line: rodent droppings cleanup requires professional training, the right disinfectants, proper PPE, and experience. It is a biohazard job — not a janitorial one.
Bio-One of Montgomery proudly serves Montgomery and the surrounding communities including Prattville, Millbrook, Pike Road, Wetumpka, Tallassee, Auburn, Opelika, Alexander City, Selma, Troy, Greenville, Clanton, and throughout Montgomery, Autauga, Elmore, Chilton, Lee, and Pike Counties. We respond 24 hours a day, 7 days a week — because a biohazard doesn't wait for business hours.
334-523-9191
Bio-One of Montgomery is Alabama's trusted biohazard remediation company. We are IICRC certified, OSHA compliant, and have helped hundreds of Alabama homeowners and property managers safely remediate rodent contamination. We work with insurance and offer discreet, compassionate service. Don't risk your health or your family's health on a DIY cleanup. Call the professionals.
Bio-One of Montgomery provides professional hantavirus disinfection and rodent droppings cleanup in Montgomery, Prattville, Millbrook, Pike Road, Auburn, Opelika, and surrounding Central Alabama communities. Call 334-523-9191.
You noticed the signs — chewed wires, scratching sounds in the attic at night, maybe droppings in the pantry. You did the right thing and called a pest control company. They came out, sealed entry points, set traps, and cleared the rodents. Problem solved, right? Not quite. What most pest control companies don't do — and what most homeowners don't realize — is that the rodents left something behind far more dangerous than the inconvenience of their presence: contaminated droppings, urine, and nesting material that can pose a serious health risk to you and your family. And right now, hantavirus is one of the biggest concerns on people's minds — and for good reason.
Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS) is a severe, potentially fatal respiratory illness caused by hantaviruses — most commonly transmitted through contact with infected rodent droppings, urine, or saliva. In the United States, the deer mouse is the primary carrier, but other rodents can also harbor the virus. People contract hantavirus most frequently by inhaling tiny airborne particles contaminated by infected rodent waste. This means that simply sweeping up droppings in your attic, crawlspace, or basement without proper precautions could put you at serious risk. According to the CDC, hantavirus has a mortality rate of approximately 38% — which is why awareness and proper cleanup procedures matter so much. Hantavirus does not spread person to person. You get it from the rodents — specifically from their waste. And that's exactly why professional hantavirus disinfection and rodent droppings cleanup is not a DIY job.
Rodent contamination is rarely limited to one spot. In our experience serving Montgomery and the surrounding areas, we commonly find rodent droppings, urine, and nesting material in:
• Attics — the #1 most common location in Alabama homes
• Crawl spaces under the home
• Inside wall voids
• Garages and storage areas
• HVAC ducts and air handling units
• Basements
• Kitchen cabinets and pantry areas
Every one of these locations carries the same risk: disturbing the droppings without proper PPE and disinfection protocols can aerosolize the hantavirus particles and other pathogens, putting anyone nearby at risk.
Bio-One's rodent droppings cleanup and hantavirus decontamination process is thorough, methodical, and done right the first time. Here's what we do: 1. Assessment — We inspect the full scope of contamination before touching anything. This includes attic insulation, crawlspace vapor barriers, HVAC components, and any other affected areas. 2. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) — Our technicians suit up with full respirators, Tyvek suits, gloves, and boot covers. You should never attempt this without full PPE — an N95 mask is not sufficient. 3. Wet Treatment of Droppings — Before any removal, all droppings and contaminated material are thoroughly saturated with a hospital-grade EPA-registered disinfectant. This critical step kills pathogens and prevents aerosolization. This is the step most DIYers skip — and the most dangerous one to skip. 4. Careful Removal — Contaminated material is carefully removed, bagged, and disposed of in accordance with biohazard waste protocols. 5. Full Surface Disinfection — All affected surfaces are treated with disinfectant, including wood framing, subflooring, joists, and any structural components that were exposed to rodent waste. 6. Deodorization — We address odor at the source, not just with masking agents. As a side note: in many attic cleanups, insulation that has been heavily contaminated or compromised by rodents needs to be removed and replaced. We can facilitate this as part of the overall remediation process.
We understand the impulse. You found some droppings in the attic, you grab a broom and a trash bag, and you start cleaning. But here's the problem — the moment you sweep those droppings without proper wet treatment first, you are potentially aerosolizing hantavirus particles. You are breathing them in. And hantavirus doesn't care how healthy you are. Beyond hantavirus, rodent droppings can also carry: • Leptospirosis • Salmonella • Lymphocytic choriomeningitis (LCM) • E. coli • Histoplasmosis (from bat and bird droppings) The bottom line: rodent droppings cleanup requires professional training, the right disinfectants, proper PPE, and experience. It is a biohazard job — not a janitorial one.
Bio-One of Montgomery proudly serves Montgomery and the surrounding communities including Prattville, Millbrook, Pike Road, Wetumpka, Tallassee, Auburn, Opelika, Alexander City, Selma, Troy, Greenville, Clanton, and throughout Montgomery, Autauga, Elmore, Chilton, Lee, and Pike Counties. We respond 24 hours a day, 7 days a week — because a biohazard doesn't wait for business hours.
334-523-9191
Bio-One of Montgomery is Alabama's trusted biohazard remediation company. We are IICRC certified, OSHA compliant, and have helped hundreds of Alabama homeowners and property managers safely remediate rodent contamination. We work with insurance and offer discreet, compassionate service. Don't risk your health or your family's health on a DIY cleanup. Call the professionals.
Bio-One of Montgomery | Serving Montgomery, Selma, Auburn, Troy, Alexander City & All of Central Alabama
Some properties deteriorate far beyond what any maid service, janitorial crew, or general contractor is prepared to handle. Floors crusted with years of built-up grime. Rooms made impassable by decades of hoarded belongings. The unmistakable smell of human or animal waste soaked into walls, subflooring, and insulation. Cockroach droppings caked into every crack and crevice. Black mold creeping across surfaces that haven’t seen daylight in years.
This is the work that Bio-One of Montgomery was purpose-built for. Our professional extreme cleaning and biohazard remediation team handles the situations that others turn away from — with the training, equipment, and compassion to restore even the most severely neglected properties to a safe, livable condition.
If you’re searching for extreme cleaning services in Montgomery, AL, gross filth cleanup near Selma, hoarding cleanup in Auburn or Troy, or biohazard remediation anywhere in Central Alabama — Bio-One of Montgomery is your team. Call us 24/7 at 334-523-9191 or visit www.bioonemontgomery.com to learn more.
Extreme cleaning — also called gross filth cleaning, biohazard cleaning, or squalor cleanup — refers to the professional remediation of properties that have deteriorated to a level that presents genuine health hazards. These conditions involve biological contaminants, structural damage, and dangerous pathogens that standard cleaning products cannot neutralize.
According to OSHA’s Bloodborne Pathogen Standard, biological materials including human and animal waste require certified decontamination protocols — not household cleaners. Attempting to clean these environments without proper training and personal protective equipment puts you at serious risk of exposure to harmful bacteria, viruses, mold spores, and other pathogens.
Bio-One of Montgomery’s technicians are trained in biohazard remediation protocols, arrive in full PPE, and use industrial-grade disinfectants and HEPA-filtered equipment to safely remove contamination and restore the property.
Bio-One of Montgomery handles the full spectrum of extreme cleaning scenarios. Here is a breakdown of what we address:
Gross filth conditions develop when a property goes unmaintained for months or years — rotting food, mountains of trash, grease buildup, and biological waste accumulating to levels that make the space uninhabitable and hazardous. Our team systematically removes all waste, debris, and contaminated materials, then deep-cleans and disinfects every surface. Properties that appear unsalvageable are often fully restorable with the right team.
Hoarding is a recognized psychological disorder affecting an estimated 2–6% of the population, and the environments it creates carry serious physical health risks. As the International OCD Foundation notes, severely hoarded homes frequently develop mold, pest infestations, and biohazardous conditions that require professional intervention to safely address. Blocked passageways also create serious fire and injury hazards.
Bio-One’s approach to hoarding cleanup is always compassionate and non-judgmental. We work with families, property managers, estate professionals, and social services organizations to carefully sort, remove, and remediate — treating every person and every property with dignity and respect. We serve hoarding cleanup clients throughout Montgomery, Selma, Auburn, Troy, Alexander City, Prattville, Wetumpka, Millbrook, Opelika, Phenix City, and the surrounding region.
Human and animal waste that has accumulated or soaked into porous surfaces — flooring, subfloor, drywall, insulation — is one of the most serious biohazard conditions a property can present. Feces and urine contain bacteria, viruses, and parasites capable of causing severe illness. This contamination cannot be addressed with ordinary cleaning products; it requires professional-grade biocidal agents, proper waste containment, and full surface decontamination. Bio-One of Montgomery uses proven protocols to safely eliminate all biological waste and restore affected surfaces or, when necessary, coordinate removal and replacement of compromised materials.
A heavy cockroach infestation leaves far more than live insects behind. Cockroach droppings, shed skins, egg cases, and saliva coat surfaces throughout the property — and these materials are potent allergens. The American Lung Association identifies cockroach allergens as a leading trigger of asthma attacks, particularly in children. These allergens become airborne, contaminate fabrics and dust, and persist in a home long after an infestation is eliminated.
Bio-One of Montgomery decontaminates properties affected by heavy cockroach infestations — removing droppings and biological residue, disinfecting all affected surfaces, and eliminating the allergens that can continue to affect health even after pest control has been completed. For clients in the Montgomery area dealing with cockroach-related contamination, we provide thorough remediation that goes far beyond what a pest control company alone can offer.
Alabama’s climate — hot, humid summers and mild winters — creates ideal conditions for mold growth in neglected properties. Mold is a common companion to gross filth conditions, hoarding situations, and any environment where moisture has gone unaddressed. The EPA’s mold remediation guidelines make clear that mold affecting large areas or porous materials (drywall, insulation, subfloor) requires professional remediation. Exposure to mold spores can cause respiratory illness, allergic reactions, and serious health complications in vulnerable individuals.
Our team identifies mold at its source, removes contaminated materials, and applies professional-grade antimicrobial treatments to prevent regrowth. We address the underlying moisture conditions contributing to mold development, giving your property the best chance of staying mold-free.
Some surfaces accumulate layers of grease, grime, biological residue, and oxidized filth over years or decades that standard cleaning methods cannot penetrate. Kitchens, bathrooms, and utility areas in severely neglected properties can reach conditions where surfaces appear to be permanently stained or ruined. With industrial-strength cleaning agents, specialized tools, and the expertise to know what each surface type can withstand, Bio-One of Montgomery frequently restores surfaces that property owners assumed would need full replacement.
Extreme filth and biohazard conditions are not simply unpleasant — they are medically dangerous. Here is what you or your family may be exposed to in an untreated gross filth or biohazard environment:
These are not theoretical risks — they are documented health hazards that have caused real harm to people who attempted to address these conditions without proper training and equipment. Do not put yourself or your family at risk. Call the professionals.
Every extreme cleaning project is different, and we approach each one with a careful, methodical process designed to safely remediate the property from start to finish:
Bio-One of Montgomery is locally based and deeply familiar with the communities we serve. Our service area covers a wide region of Central and South Alabama, including:
When you call Bio-One of Montgomery, you reach a local team that is ready to respond quickly — including 24/7 emergency availability for situations that can’t wait. We are not a franchise call center. We are your neighbors, and we are here to help.
There are a number of companies that offer cleaning services in Montgomery, but very few are equipped to handle extreme cleaning and biohazard remediation. Here is what sets Bio-One of Montgomery apart:
Extreme cleaning costs vary significantly based on the size of the property, the severity of the conditions, and the specific biohazards present. Bio-One of Montgomery provides free on-site assessments so you can get an accurate quote based on your specific situation. Many homeowner’s insurance policies cover biohazard remediation — ask us about working with your insurance provider.
Project timelines range from a single day for smaller jobs to multiple days for large-scale hoarding cleanups or severely contaminated properties. After our initial assessment, we provide a clear timeline so you know what to expect.
In many cases, yes — particularly when the cleanup involves biohazardous conditions such as sewage backup, mold resulting from a covered event, or other covered perils. Coverage varies by policy. Bio-One of Montgomery can help document the scope of work to support your insurance claim.
In most cases, yes. Properties that appear to be beyond saving are frequently restorable with professional extreme cleaning. The key is acting promptly — the longer contamination sits, the deeper it penetrates into structural materials, and the more extensive (and expensive) the remediation becomes.
No job is too far gone. If you’re dealing with a gross filth situation, hoarding cleanup, feces or urine contamination, cockroach decontamination, mold remediation, or any other extreme cleaning need in Montgomery, Selma, Auburn, Troy, Alexander City, or anywhere in Central Alabama — don’t wait. The longer these conditions exist, the deeper the damage goes and the higher the remediation cost.
Call Bio-One of Montgomery today for a discreet, no-obligation on-site consultation. We’ll assess the situation, give you a clear remediation plan, and get to work.
📞 24/7 Phone: 334-523-9191
📧 Email: info@bioonemontgomery.com
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Additional Resources & Sources Referenced in This Article:
OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard (29 CFR 1910.1030)
American Lung Association: Cockroaches & Indoor Air Quality
U.S. EPA: Mold Cleanup in Your Home
International OCD Foundation: Hoarding Disorder
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When law enforcement deploys tear gas inside a home or rental property, the aftermath can be devastating — and dangerous. If you're a homeowner or landlord in the Montgomery, Auburn, Selma, and Troy areas dealing with the fallout from a police incident, Bio-One of Montgomery is here to help. We specialize in professional tear gas cleanup and decontamination, and we offer free inspections to assess the damage.
Tear gas — most commonly CS gas or OC (pepper spray) compounds — doesn't just disappear when the air clears. The chemical agents used by law enforcement are designed to be persistent and penetrating. After a deployment inside a structure, these compounds:
Many property owners make the mistake of airing out the home and thinking the problem is solved. It isn't. Without professional decontamination, residents — including children, elderly individuals, and pets — can be re-exposed to harmful chemical residue every time they enter the property. Tenants have even pursued legal action against landlords who failed to properly clean up after law enforcement incidents.
Our technicians are trained in the full decontamination process required to safely remediate a property after tear gas deployment. Here's what our process looks like:
We work quickly and discreetly, understanding that these situations are often stressful and sensitive for property owners and their families.
Tear gas remediation is often covered under homeowners or landlord insurance policies. Bio-One works directly with insurance companies to document the damage and streamline the claims process, so you're not left navigating the paperwork alone.
As the Montgomery, Auburn, Selma, and Troy areas's trusted biohazard remediation company, Bio-One handles the jobs that others won't. Our full range of services includes:
No matter the situation, our team approaches every job with professionalism, compassion, and discretion.
If your property in the Montgomery, Auburn, Selma, and Troy areas has been affected by tear gas or any other biohazard situation, don't wait. The longer chemical residue sits, the deeper it penetrates — and the more costly the remediation becomes. Call us today for a free inspection and let Bio-One take it from here.
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What is the Secret Behind Those Cute Racoons?
Wrong! They can invade attics for warmth, food if any is stored there, or for giving birth to large numbers of babies. But that’s only scratching the surface!
They usually enter attics, through some sort of entrance that is unsealed. And they cause significant damage there, by tearing apart insulation, chewing through electrical wiring insulation – leading to risk of fire or short circuits, and creating holes in the roof – facilitating water leaks that lead to deadly mold growth. And structural damage such as chewed up shingles, siding, and wooden frames around their point of entry. HVAC units in the attic can have ductwork damage.
Racoon urine contaminates the attic floor and sends particulates into the air – spreading possible Leptospirosis which can cause kidney and liver failure, or salmonella, again by touching the fecal droppings.
First, find a reputable pest control to come and remove the racoon(s). Second, call a trustworthy insulation installer to come remove the contaminated insulation. The most renown insulation Company in Alabama is Insulation Plus located in Huntsville – also serving Madison, Decatur, Athens, Hazel Green, Gurley, Meridianville, Scottsboro, Guntersville, Union Grove, Lacey’s Spring, Priceville, Ardmore, and surrounding areas. Renown because of their expertise in what they do, the high-quality materials they use, and their personalized service.
Fourth and final, Insulation Plus will return and re-insulate your attic. They also offer an abundance of other vital services: Insulation system upgrades (retrofitting); sealing gaps to eliminate air drafts; creating a ‘protective envelope’ to reduce heat transfer, optimizing the new insulation; clean and organize the attic; and ‘Blower Door’ testing to expose all of your home’s air leaks so that they can be sealed.
All estimates for any service are FREE!
Note: If there is any structural damage, if you are a DIY person, you’ll have to fix that. Or, you can call a handyman or home contractor.
And there’s a Bonus! Insulation Plus is part of Tennessee Valley Authority’s Quality Contractor Network. Using Insulation Plus services can qualify you for up to $800.00 in combined attic insulation and air sealing rebates. Andyou can claim up to 30% of the materials cost as a federal tax credit!
Lastly, you’ll have your home back to the condition it should be: sealed off. The Varmint Hotel is out of business!
Call Bio-One Today 334-523-9191
Bio-One of Montgomery, known for their hoarding cleanup services, biohazard cleanup services, mold remediation and odor removal services - also helps homeowners and their families with junk removal.
No job is too small for Bio-One - and we can help you even if the job isn't biohazardous at all!
The major difference between Bio-One and other junk removal companies is:
Before you call Johnny-boy and his big pickup truck, call a local professional like Bio-One to help you with all of your junk removal services.
Call us today (334) 523-9191
Bio-One of Montgomery, known for their hoarding cleanup services, biohazard cleanup services, mold remediation and odor removal services - also helps homeowners and their families with junk removal.
No job is too small for Bio-One - and we can help you even if the job isn't biohazardous at all!
The major difference between Bio-One and other junk removal companies is:
Before you call Johnny-boy and his big pickup truck, call a local professional like Bio-One to help you with all of your junk removal services.
Call us today (334) 523-9191
Bio-One of Montgomery, known for their hoarding cleanup services, biohazard cleanup services, mold remediation and odor removal services - also helps homeowners and their families with junk removal.
No job is too small for Bio-One - and we can help you even if the job isn't biohazardous at all!
The major difference between Bio-One and other junk removal companies is:
Before you call Johnny-boy and his big pickup truck, call a local professional like Bio-One to help you with all of your junk removal services.
Call us today (334) 523-9191
Mold in your crawl space is very common here in Alabama - in fact, this is probably the most common phone call we receive from our customers.
The good news is, is that removing mold from your crawl space isn't as costly as you may think.
When you call Bio-One to come out to give you your free crawl space inspection, this is what to expect:
Unlike other companies who may try to sell you on solutions that you don't need, Bio-One will tell you straight up what the real solution is without breaking the bank.
Our process for removing mold from a crawl space sometimes varies depending on the project and the extent, on most jobs, we follow the correct practices for crawl space mold removal in Montgomery AL, which includes:
Give Bio-One a call today at 334-523-9191. We serve Montgomery, Millbrook, Prattville, Selma, Auburn and all of Alabama.
