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Who We Help

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Great Lakes Biorecovery works with individuals, families, property owners, businesses, and public
organizations across Illinois and Wisconsin, with priority response in Lake County and surrounding areas. 

 Each situation is different, and our role is to provide biohazard and trauma cleanup services tailored to the

needs of the people we serve. 

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Homeowners & Private Residences

​Facing a tragedy in your home is overwhelming. We handle the cleanup so you don't have to. Whether it's a traumatic event, an unattended death, or a hoarding situation, our team restores safety to your property with compassion and respect.
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  • We handle the insurance: We work directly with your homeowner's insurance carrier to cover costs.
  • Discreet service: Unmarked vehicles protect your family’s privacy.
  • Complete restoration: We remove all biohazards and odors, leaving the home safe and clean.
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Businesses, Hotels & Commercial Spaces
 
We protect your brand, your guests, and your bottom line. Incidents in public spaces require immediate, discreet action to prevent negative exposure and liability.
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  • Hotels & Hospitality: Discreet remediation for guest rooms (unattended death/suicide) to return rooms to inventory safely.
  • Retail & Restaurants: Fast cleanup of accidents or biohazards in restrooms and public areas.
  • After-Hours Response: We can work overnight to ensure zero disruption to your business operations.
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Property Managers & Multi-Unit Housing

Your goal is to get the unit safe and back on the market—fast. We are your reliable partner for difficult tenant turnovers, eviction cleanouts, and tragic incidents within your properties.
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  • Rapid Turnover: We work quickly to minimize vacancy time.
  • Hoarding Experts: We specialize in clearing gross filth and hoarding units legally and safely.
  • Liability Protection: Full documentation and OSHA-compliant manifesting for your records.
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Vehicle Owners & Fleet Managers
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A standard car detailer cannot safely handle blood, decomposition, or dangerous pathogens. We specialize in the complex remediation of vehicles to restore them to safety.
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  • Personal Vehicles: Compassionate cleanup after tragedies, accidents, or medical emergencies in family cars.
  • Commercial Fleets: Rapid decontamination for rental cars, trucking fleets, and patrol vehicles to get them back on the road.
  • Total Restoration: We disassemble interiors as needed to remove all biological fluids and odors hidden beneath seats and trim.
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Law Enforcement, Coroners & Victim Services
 
A trusted resource for Lake County and Northern Illinois agencies. When you leave the scene, we step in to support the family and restore the environment.
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  • 24/7 Availability: We answer the phone immediately—no call centers.
  • Evidence Integrity: We respect the scene and cooperate fully with investigators.
  • Victim Support: We treat families with the patience and empathy they need during their worst moments.
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Funeral Directors & Crisis Professionals
 

You support families through grief; we support them through the recovery of their home. We are a trusted extension of your care, ensuring the family’s property is handled with the same dignity you provide at the funeral home.
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  • Immediate Assistance: We can meet families at the home or coordinate through you.
  • Insurance Guidance: We help families navigate policy coverage for cleanup services.

If you’re unsure whether your situation fits one of these categories, please contact us. We’re happy to talk through your needs and help guide you.

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Reach out to Great Lakes Biorecovery at 

(847)-861-7442 or via email at info@greatlakesbiorecovery.com

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