Methamphetamine is a powerful chemical stimulant that has become increasingly popular in recent years. It is often used recreationally for its stimulating and euphoric effects but carries with it the potential for serious physical and mental harm. In many countries, methamphetamine is illegal.
Methamphetamine can be synthesized using homemade labs.
The Health Risks of Methamphetamine
Apart from a serious addiction to methamphetamine, homemade meth labs, or meth used at parties, leave behind a dangerous residue that can be hazardous to people and animals. This residue, known as “methamphetamine contamination,” can persist in houses/buildings long after the drug use has ended and can remain a danger for years to come.
Methamphetamine contamination in a residential or commercial property poses a particularly serious health risk for occupants. When methamphetamine is smoked inside a building, the residue left behind can be very dangerous and can remain active for months and even years. The toxic particles are on all surfaces such as walls, ceilings, benchtops, cabinets and floors and are easily transferred when touched. Inhaling or touching these contaminants can cause severe skin, eye, and respiratory irritation, headaches, dizziness, nausea, and other potentially harmful health issues.
How To Identify Methamphetamine Contamination
The first step is to look for signs of methamphetamine use or residue throughout the building, such as strong chemical odours, piles of empty pill bottles or blister packs of pseudoephedrine, and crystalline powder residue on surfaces.
You may also need to test the property for methamphetamine contamination, using special test kits available from companies like Kleen Slate Services. Testing kits can detect meth residue that is dangerous to human health and can help you determine whether professional methamphetamine cleaning services are needed.
If you believe your property or living space may have been exposed to methamphetamine use or manufacturing, it’s important to take steps to identify and, if necessary, clean up any contamination that may exist.
Professional Methamphetamine Cleaning
If testing reveals evidence of methamphetamine residue in your living space, professional methamphetamine cleaning services can be essential in restoring the safety of your home or business. When professional cleaning services are employed, the technicians will use specialized equipment and techniques to remove contaminated materials and thoroughly decontaminate the area.
At Kleen Slate Services, we are a qualified, accredited and WA Health-approved company with experience in providing quality residential and commercial methamphetamine cleaning services. Our team of certified professionals is dedicated to helping you protect your family and employees from dangerous methamphetamine contamination on your property. If you believe your property may be contaminated, please get in touch for your Perth meth cleanup.
