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If you’ve ever watched an episode of CSI, you’ll know what fingerprint dusting is all about. Forensic detectives set out to catch the criminal by taking a brush and dusting every possible inch of a crime scene. However, what they don’t cover in CSI is the mammoth cleaning job that follows forensic fingerprint dusting.
When dusting for prints, forensic detectives use white talcum-based powder on dark surfaces and dark graphite-based powder on light-colored surfaces. Police also use special fluorescent powders that glow under black light if the prints are found on multi-colored or multi-textured surfaces. These powders are specifically designed to stick to human prints, which means they also stick to absolutely everything else.
Once the fingerprint dusting is completed, the area will need to be cleaned by reputable professionals. Still, convinced you can do it yourself? Below we explore a few of the many reasons why it’s better to call in a professional service to help you out.
Why Call a Company Such As Steri-Clean® Maryland / Delaware?
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As you begin to wash away the fingerprint dust with a household cleaner, it will soon turn into an inky substance that will become even harder to get rid of.
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Despite your best efforts, attempting to remove the dust will only make the mess worse. Plus, you can further damage surfaces and areas, the more vigorous your cleaning methods become.
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On top of creating a huge mess, fingerprint dust contains harmful substances such as lead, mercury, and cadmium. Although vital to ensuring that these powders work properly, these compounds are hazardous to your health.
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Instead of trying to handle the cleanup efforts on your own, you can rely on the Steri-Clean® Maryland / Delaware team to thoroughly remove all fingerprint dust. With our proven tools and techniques, we will have your home or business back to normal in no time at all.
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Rest assured, Steri-Clean® Maryland / Delaware has all the right tools and chemicals to properly remove and neutralize every possible type of fingerprint dust. We will endeavor to leave the area graphite-free and as clean as it was before the fingerprint dusting occurred. At Steri-Clean® Maryland / Delaware, we are available 24 hours a day to assist in whichever way we can. Contact our office today to find out more about our Fingerprint Dust Cleanup service.
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