Forensiclean

YOU DON'T HAVE TO HANDLE THIS ALONE

We specialize in biohazard remediation, unattended death cleanup, encampment clearance, and hazardous waste removal — but our story runs much deeper than the services we offer.

OUR ROOTS

Before Forensiclean was born, Dawn McGuire ran her own cleaning business for over a decade. Her brother, Aaron Burt, was a contractor, building and remodeling homes across Northern California. Then came a spark — the film Sunshine Cleaning. It planted a seed.

With no roadmap, no industry experience, and nothing but personal vehicles and a relentless work ethic, they launched Forensiclean in 2013. Armed with News & Review ads and the determination to say yes to every opportunity, they cleaned crime scenes, hoarded homes, encampments, human waste, sharps — anything that helped them learn and grow. They undercharged, over-delivered, and built their knowledge job by job. Every cleanup made them better.

WHO WE ARE NOW

Today, Forensiclean is recognized as a leader in forensic cleaning and trauma scene remediation. We employ over 60 people and operate a fleet of 35 service vehicles, 3 tractors, and full hauling capability across California. We’ve grown, but we’ve never outgrown our values.

Our team supports public safety and community dignity everyday — responding to everything from encampment cleanups in Sacramento to hazardous waste along Union Pacific rail lines, and even federal land remediation for the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation.

CERTIFICATIONS AND COMPLIANCE

Forensiclean is fully licensed, registered, and certified to handle the most complex and sensitive cleanup situations throughout California. We maintain strict compliance with state and federal regulations related to hazardous materials, trauma scene waste, and environmental responsibility.

Hazardous Waste Transport – Authorized by California’s Department of Toxic Substances Control to safely transport and manage regulated waste

Trauma Scene Waste Management – Certified by the California Department of Public Health to clean and dispose of medical and trauma-related biohazards

Medical Waste Hauling – Licensed to transport medical waste in compliance with all health and safety codes

Motor Carrier Operations – Registered for commercial vehicle operations across California and federally through the U.S. Department of Transportation

Registered Tire Haulers – Registered with the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery for compliant tire transport

Public Works & Janitorial Contracting – Officially registered with California’s Department of Industrial Relations for state and municipal cleanup contracts

Sustainable Business Certification – Inspected and certified by Sacramento County as a verified environmentally responsible business

Environmental Contractor Certification – Evaluated and certified by our insurance carrier for environmentally responsible work practices

Need to verify something? We’re happy to provide documentation on request.

WE ARE PROUD TO PARTNER WITH:

Sacramento County Sheriff's Department

Sacramento District Attorney’s Office and Victim's Advocacy Group

City of Sacramento Public Works and Code Enforcement

Sacramento Police Department

Sacramento County Department of Human Assistance

Sacramento County Public Health and Social Services

Union Pacific Railroad environmental response teams

U.S. Department of the Interior – Bureau of Reclamation

CalRecycle

American River Flood Control District

Regional property management firms and commercial landlords

Statewide housing and homelessness task forces

Emergency services coordination teams and coroner’s offices

Nonprofits including: Hope Cooperative, Sacramento Steps Forward, NextMove, Goodwill housing, Volunteers of America, The Gathering Inn, and the Sacramento LGBT Center, First Step Communities Sacramento

And many more local, regional, and national agency partners

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What We Stand For

Professionalism First

Every technician is certified, trained, and background-checked. We follow OSHA, EPA, and DOT guidelines to the letter — and document every step. From field response to final documentation, we operate with rigor and respect for the law, the environment, and the people we serve.

Compassion Without Compromise

Since day one, we’ve taken a trauma-informed approach to the work. That means no judgment, no pressure, and no exploitation — just quiet care and respectful service in some of life’s hardest moments.

Transparency and Trust

We don’t use scare tactics or vague language. We walk you through exactly what needs to be done, what it will cost, and how we’ll handle it — clearly, honestly, and without pressure.

Collaboration with Agencies

We work hand-in-hand with public health officials, law enforcement, social workers, and local government partners to ensure cleanups are safe, legal, and compassionate. Seamless coordination matters — and it’s part of our job.

Accountability

We take full ownership of every cleanup we perform — from site safety to final disposal. If we say we’ll do something, we do it. Our word matters.

Integrity

Ethics aren’t optional here. We do the right thing even when no one is watching — because lives, safety, and reputations are on the line.

Teamwork

Our crews are more than coworkers — they’re a unit. We train, support, and trust one another so that every job gets done right, and no one faces it alone.

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