1. Keep everyone out
Until the cleanup is done, children, pets and visitors stay out of the affected areas.
Old Stine, CA · Kern County
Strange odors, stained walls or an official notice can all point to a former drug lab. In Old Stine, call (877) 812-4220 for a cleanup team that tests, removes, cleans and tests again.
If anyone is in danger, call 911 first. For a suicide crisis, call or text 988.
Meth decontamination is the step-by-step removal of residue from a building. It includes dealing with the heating and cooling system, since air ducts can spread contamination to every room.
If you own a Old Stine property in Kern County and its history is unclear, start with a call to Old Stine Biohazard Cleanup Help. Crews can explain what residue testing shows and what steps may follow.
Renters make up about 54% of households in Old Stine, so landlords often face the question of residue after a tenant leaves. About 93% of homes in Old Stine were built before 1980, and older drywall, carpet and trim can soak up residue that is hard to remove.
The work often covers:
Until the cleanup is done, children, pets and visitors stay out of the affected areas.
The work area is sealed, workers put on protective gear, and dust is controlled so residue does not spread.
Contaminated materials are bagged and hauled. Surfaces and air systems are cleaned using specialized methods.
The team takes final samples and prepares records the owner can keep for insurers, lenders or future buyers.
Most drug lab & meth lab cleanup jobs in Old Stine, CA cost between $1,500 and $120,000, based on published cost guides.
Records and reports for a lender, buyer or insurer can add time, so ask what documentation the team can provide.
| Type of job | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Moderate contamination | $10,000 - $25,000 |
| Drug lab cleanup | $5,000 - $50,000+ |
| Published span | $5,000 - $120,000+ |
| Drug remediation projects | $5,000 - $25,000+ |
These ranges come from published cost guides (PushLeads, Drug biohazard cleanup cost guide, BioCleaners Directory, Biohazard cleanup company pricing guide) and are not a quote for Old Stine. Price drivers include whether it was smoking or production, size of the home, air system contamination, testing before and after. For a real number, call (877) 812-4220.
Often not. In many cases the person who calls does not need to be on site. The team may need access, keys and a point of contact. Ask how that can be arranged, especially if you are out of town or the property is vacant.
It often takes several days to more than a week, plus time for lab results. Testing happens before and after the work. If an area does not pass, it is cleaned and tested again. A local team can give a realistic schedule once it has seen the property.
No. This page explains how meth lab cleanup works. It is not medical, legal or insurance advice. For symptoms, contact a doctor or Poison Control, and for legal questions, ask an attorney or the local health department.
Yes. Heavy indoor use can leave residue on walls, floors and furniture. The amount is usually different from a former lab, so testing guides the plan. A team can explain what the results mean for your property.
Some hard items can be cleaned. Porous items such as upholstery, mattresses, curtains and carpets often cannot, because residue soaks into them. The team can advise on what is likely to be removed and what can be tested.
If anyone is in danger or ill, call 911 or Poison Control. For the property, contact the local health department and ask what rules apply. Then talk with a cleanup team about testing and a plan. A property owner may also want advice from an attorney.
Describe what you know about the property, and the team will explain how testing works.
Call (877) 812-4220