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In the growing issue of methamphetamine contamination in Australian properties, it’s important to understand that not all meth contamination is the same. There’s a significant difference between contamination caused by smoking meth and contamination from cooking meth. Both pose serious risks to property owners, tenants, and real estate agents, but the level of contamination and the health risks vary greatly.

Meth Contamination from Smoking

When meth is smoked indoors, the drug’s toxic residue spreads and settles on surfaces throughout the property. While the contamination from smoking meth can be dangerous, it is usually less concentrated compared to cooking meth. The chemical byproducts from smoking meth can cling to walls, carpets, furniture, and even ventilation systems. Over time, these residues can cause health issues, especially for vulnerable groups like children and the elderly. The contamination is often invisible and can persist long after a meth user has left the property.

Health Risks:

• Respiratory issues
• Skin irritation
• Headaches and nausea

Meth Contamination from Cooking (Meth Labs)

Meth contamination from cooking is far more dangerous. When meth is manufactured or “cooked” in a property, a wide variety of highly toxic chemicals are used and released into the air. These chemicals can permeate walls, floors, and ceilings, and can even seep into the structure of the building. Properties used as meth labs require extensive decontamination, and in severe cases, they may need to be stripped down or demolished due to the extreme level of contamination.

The chemicals involved in cooking meth, such as ammonia, red phosphorus, and lithium, pose serious health hazards, making these properties unsafe for future occupants if not professionally decontaminated.

Health Risks:

• Severe respiratory problems
• Skin burns and irritation
• Long-term neurological damage
• Increased risk of cancer from prolonged exposure

How Meth Lab Clean Up Can Help

At Biohaz, we specialise in the thorough decontamination of properties affected by both meth smoking and meth labs. Whether your property has been lightly contaminated by meth smoke or heavily impacted by a meth lab, we can help.

We follow strict guidelines to ensure that every contaminated surface is treated and cleaned, preventing future health risks for tenants or buyers. Don’t let hidden contamination damage your property or risk your tenants’ safety—contact us today to schedule a professional meth decontamination.

Biohaz: Safeguarding properties, protecting health.

If you suspect a property has been contaminated by meth, contact Biohaz for expert help in testing and decontaminating properties!