METH LAB DECONTAMINATION

Methamphetamine contamination can occur in homes, apartments, vehicles, and commercial properties through both manufacturing (“cooking”) and smoking. During manufacturing, toxic chemicals and meth residue become airborne and settle onto walls, ceilings, HVAC systems, insulation, carpeting, and personal belongings. These contaminants can penetrate porous materials and remain long after the activity has stopped.

In Colorado, the remediation standard for methamphetamine-affected properties is 0.5 micrograms per 100 square centimeters as the allowable surface limit. Manufacturing can produce extremely high contamination levels that permeate structural materials, and residue can persist for months without proper professional remediation.

Proper decontamination requires:

• Detailed assessment and testing
• Engineering controls and containment
• Removal of impacted porous materials
• Professional chemical decontamination
• Post-remediation verification