"Insects are the silent storytellers of the natural world, narrating tales of survival, adaptation, and coexistence."
~Mary Jane West-Eberhard
Tick? Flea? Bedbug? Something else?
Unless you are in the field of Entomology (the scientific study of insects), it is highly likely that any bug you find in your home or office will give you the "ick." Insects are a natural part of our environment, found on all continents and in every environment. There are some insects that you just do NOT want where you live.
Bio-One Columbus does not provide extermination services, but we do run into bugs in many of the homes where we work. Here are some of our suggestions on how to identify a few of the most common insects and what to do!
Fleas are small, wingless blood-sucking parasites that live on the exterior of their host. Adult fleas feed only on the blood of warm-blooded hosts, preferring the body temperature of dogs or cats. While they feed on non-humans, they may bite humans. Bites from fleas look like small red dots and may occur in two or three groups or clusters around feet, ankles, and legs. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends a four-step process to combat a flea infestation, including sanitation of the areas where fleas breed, treat every pets in the home, use a licensed pest control application, and follow-up frequently to prevent re-infestation.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the CDC, and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) all consider bed bugs a public health pest. However, unlike most public health pests, bed bugs are not known to transmit or spread disease. Bedbugs prefer to feed on humans and can hide in spaces the width of a credit card - not just mattresses but seams of couches, electrical outlets, under wallpaper, or even doorframes.
Every year termites cause billions of dollars in structural damage, and property owners spend over two billion dollars to treat them. Termites rarely emerge from soil, mud tubes, or food sources through which they are tunneling. Most people are not aware they have termites until they see a swarm or come across damage during construction. Many termiticides are highly toxic, making it critical to follow label directions with added care. Pest management professionals have the knowledge, expertise, and equipment as required by the label, which minimizes risks and maximizes effectiveness.
Midges and gnats are common names for a large number of small, non-biting flies. Many species look like mosquitoes and may form annoying swarms or clouds in the air but they do not bite. The immature stages develop in water in pools, containers, ponds, clogged rain gutters, or in some cases, wet soil or seepage areas. Most feed on living or decaying plant matter or food remains. It is helpful to know if the flying bugs in your kitchen are drain flies, fruit flies, biting gnats, fungus gnats, or midges before you choose an extermination method.
Great question!
Extermination of all life-stages of insects (adult, juvenile and egg) requires that the treatment reach all surfaces and areas where the bugs live. If a home is filled with possessions, cluttered with deep filth, or has biohazardous material that is a source of nourishment for the insect, extermination will not be successful. We can come in and expose surfaces for treatment, remove food sources for the insects and safely dispose of heavily-infested possessions.
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“Blessed is the season which engages the whole world in a conspiracy of love.”
~Hamilton Wright Mabie
As we move into this holiday season, it is a good opportunity to reflect on the ways we have impacted our community in the last year and consider our future goals for 2025. In 2024, we completed 207 jobs supporting individuals, families, project managers, supporting organizations and community agencies!
Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hannukah, Kwanzaa, or another occasion that brings you together with loved ones, we hope this holiday brings you joy, love and peace.
From our family to yours, Happy Holidays and a wonderful New Year!
These are some of our favorite transformations this year
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"The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members."
~Coretta Scott King
Human beings are inherently social beings, thriving when we are connected with others. While it is ok to do some things alone, like going out to eat or taking yourself to a movie, there are many benefits to engaging with others. Psychologists have found that in addition to fostering social connectedness, reaching out and working with others can reduce loneliness, boost positive mental health and create a sense of positive well-being.
Unfortunately, there are situations that arise that absolutely require reaching out for help -- for not just emotional support, but physical support and safety. If you find a family member, friend, tenant or other person who has gotten overwhelmed with cleaning, decluttering or managing their household safety, this is definitely not a time to go it alone.
On a practical level, while you want to help the person right away by potentially cleaning a cluttered and unsanitary space, it may lead to a host of additional issues, such as:
Please contact us to remove the hazards for you. Our staff are trained to efficiently, discretely and effectively remove biohazardous waste and get living spaces habitable again. You can reduce time worrying about things that might impact your own health and wellness, and will have more time to focus on supporting the person and helping improve their well-being.
We appreciate all the connections and support we receive from community partners.
LOSS Community Services sponsored the 13th annual Postvention Conference. The theme was "Equipping [...] For The Future." Postvention is a term used to describe intervention conducted after a suicide Amber Young, Bio-One, Inc. Marketing Director and Tim Lockard, Bio-One Columbus owner, attended the conference as exhibitors. We appreciate the opportunity to talk to conference participants and support the valuable work of LOSS Community Services.
Bio-One Columbus team members Courtney Voisard, Biohazard Technician and Tim Lockard, Owner, attended the Columbus Apartment Association Expo on September 26th. We appreciate the opportunity to share information about what Bio-One Columbus can provide property managers in the Central Ohio Area. Congratulations to Debbie Liming, Property Manager of Harvest Glen in Galloway, OH -- the winner of our $100 Amazon Gift Card Drawing.
Bio-One of Columbus is a leader in crime scene cleanup and biohazard decontamination services in Columbus. Our technicians are highly skilled and have been trained on OSHA's safety standards. Bio-One of Columbus continues to be the most passionate and caring company in the cleaning services industry.
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“In the end, it’s not the years in your life that count. It’s the life in your years.”
~Abraham Lincoln
September celebrates Healthy Aging Month, sponsored by the National Institute on Aging. The goal of this month is to highlight recent scientific advancements in healthy aging, global insights on longevity, and steps everyone can take to stay independent as we age.
Each of us will get older! While we cannot stop the inevitable genetic march towards aging, what we can do is mindfully practice the steps towards healthy and independent aging. To shape your aging future, consider these steps.
While we cannot give you diet or exercise advice, Bio-One Columbus CAN help you keep your home decluttered and clean of biohazardous waste that impedes your journey towards a healthy and long life. Call us today for a consultation: 614-743-1795.
David Hays, Code Enforcement Officer
City of Westerville
David was our winner of the "Name That Feces" Contest. He received a $50 Amazon Gift Card from Tim Lockard, Owner of Bio-One Columbus.
Thank you to everyone who participated!
"I have NEVER been so excited to leave a 5 star review, if I could give 10 stars to this company I would! Bio-One of Columbus is an amazing company! Patience, kindness, understanding, those are just a few words I would use to describe the service that was given to my family! Timothy is a diamond in the rough! He went above and beyond working it out so that we could use his service. His staff was equally as amazing! They worked tirelessly and professionally to complete their job! I have never been so impressed with such complete respect for someone in a hard situation! They truly make your days ahead so much brighter and stress free! If you are ever in need of their services please, please... I cannot beg of you enough, to contact Timothy at Bio-One Columbus! You will not regret it!" -Paula R., Columbus OH
Bio-One of Columbus is a leader in crime scene cleanup and biohazard decontamination services in Columbus. Our technicians are highly skilled and have been trained on OSHA's safety standards. Bio-One of Columbus continues to be the most passionate and caring company in the cleaning services industry.
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"Clutter isn’t just the stuff on the floor. It’s anything that gets between you and the life you want to be living"
~Peter Walsh
Senior Independence Month is celebrated in February and focuses on keeping older adults safe and healthy in their homes and apartments. Research by Princeton University shows that our environment can positively or negatively impact our ability to complete tasks as well as our overall mental health. If the physical space around us feels scattered, it’s likely our mental space will feel the same.
In fact, studies demonstrate that by removing or controlling clutter, we can directly reduce the stress and potential physical harm that stems from the mess. Decluttering leads to health benefits, including:
Older adults are at higher risk for cluttered housing, especially if they struggle with chronic health conditions. Keeping them safe and happy at home allows for a better quality of life.
Remember, while clutter can be overwhelming, it can be removed and organized. Bio-One Columbus specializes in decluttering homes professionally, quickly and efficiently, with a level of detail that is difficult to achieve if you're trying to do it alone.
Life is stressful enough with daily tasks and workloads. Call us today if you or someone you know has a living space overwhelmed with clutter and who needs support staying at home safely.
Kitchen
Bathrooms
Hallways
Bedrooms
Basements
Garages
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“Gratitude can transform common days into thanksgivings, turn routine jobs into joy, and change ordinary opportunities into blessings."
~William Arthur Ward
At Bio-One Columbus, we have many things to be thankful for this November. We are always grateful for our customers who trust us to do the difficult and life-altering work in stressful times. We know you have a choice in biohazard remediation companies and appreciate your confidence in us!
This month, we'd especially like to celebrate and thank our community partner, LOSS Community Services here in Franklin County. We recently had the privilege to sponsor and attend the 12th Annual National LOSS Team Suicide Postvention Conference in Columbus, Ohio. This year's theme, "From a Mission to a Movement" perfectly captured the passion and commitment to the work done by LOSS Community Services teams nation-wide. We were humbled by those who shared their stories with us and deeply appreciate the opportunity to support such important work. LOSS Community Services has a mission to be an instillation of hope to those bereaved by suicide, empowering survivors so they can thrive.
Finally, our gratitude to Bill Muir from Bio-One Chicago for coming to support the networking table at the conference and for Krista Gregg, Marketing Director at Bio-One, Inc. for her willingness to speak on the topic of "Advocating for Survivors During Biohazard Remediation." We appreciate you!
LOSS Community Services envisions a community of loss survivors experiencing a restoration of hope and standing together for suicide awareness.
The services they provide include working with First Responders to immediately deploy a team of trained volunteers to provide resources, understanding and support to the newly bereaved. LOSS Community Services also provides support groups, remembrance events, companioning, suicide postvention and prevention education, and training to other communities interested in developing or enhancing their suicide prevention and postvention efforts. For more information, visit LOSS's website.
If you or someone you know is considering suicide, know there is help. Please call or text 988 -- you’ll connect with mental health professionals with the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Intentionally practicing gratitude and thanks on a daily basis may seem a little corny. However, research shows that practicing gratitude and being thankful can lead to a host of physical, mental and social benefits.
For example, thanking someone can increase our own personal happiness and lead to higher levels of life satisfaction. Practicing gratitude also increases optimism and empathy.
Being grateful to others can reduce inflammation, improve sleep and increase our energy levels. Gratitude also improves job satisfaction and leads to healthier relationships with others.
Happy Thanksgiving from our Bio-One Columbus family to yours. We hope you have a peaceful holiday!
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"Whatever affects one directly, affects all indirectly. I can never be what I ought to be until you are what you ought to be. This is the interrelated structure of reality."
~Martin Luther King, Jr.
It is clear that post COVID-19, there continues to be a separation and distance from friends and family that has been challenging to overcome as we "return to normal." We see an increase in isolation in many people, especially those with mental health and/or physical health difficulties, older adults, those with competing demands of work & multiple family stressors. The recent uptick in the new COVID variant may fuel a return to isolation and lack of connectivity.
All of us are human and have problems arise at times. Your tenants may experience personal situations that result in difficulty paying rent or in keeping their spaces clean. It is not uncommon for owners to discover severe hoarding issues, unattended deaths, and other biohazard concerns that are weeks, months or even years old. These have a negative impact on the value of your property and require complex biohazard cleanup in order to restore safety and functionality to the home.
Social connectedness is a strong determinant of proactive remediation of these problems as well as improved health of your tenants. Making routine and positive communication a core component of your management style will go a long way at supporting them and identifying problems before they get overwhelming. For example, integrating routine furnace filter changes, checking the batteries in smoke detectors, or inspecting household appliances can allow access to the home to promote safety and ensure that conditions in the home meet the standards set out in your rental agreement.
We understand that taking the time to engage with tenants may seem difficult but the short investment of time is a long-term strategy for success and trust. As a reliable and consistent landlord, your connection to resources and demonstration of humanity and kindness will help you maintain quality, long-term tenants.
Bio-One Columbus is here to support you when situations may prove overwhelming for tenants or the unexpected tragedy happens. We promise professionalism and non-judgmental services. Our unmarked vehicles and experienced technicians ensure discretion.
Biohazard situations come in infinite forms. We have the tools and experience necessary to handle all of them, including unattended death, hoarding cleanup, crime scene cleanup, sewage/feces cleanup and many others. For more information, please visit our website.
Please take the time to check in on your tenants today and call us for a free estimate should the need arise. Calls are answered 24/7 and we will ensure timely and professional follow-up.
Bio-One of Columbus is a leader in crime scene cleanup and biohazard decontamination services in Columbus. Our technicians are highly skilled and have been trained on OSHA's safety standards.
Bio-One of Columbus continues to be the most passionate and caring company in the cleaning services industry.
For more information, visit us at https://bioonecolumbus.com/
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“Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards.”
~Soren Kierkegaard
Seven years ago when Bio-One Columbus was started, we only had an inkling of the impact we would have on Central Ohio and how many people we would help. In the last 7 years, we have helped 1195 individuals, families, property owners, and businesses. Our day-to-day operations may have grown exponentially since those early years but our commitment to providing professional, discrete, and compassionate service remains the same.
Whether it is an unattended death, odor removal, crime scene cleanup, removal of gross filth or de-hoarding a home, we are there for you 24/7, 365 days a year, as we have been for the last 2,562 days we've been in business.
Click the picture below to view a slideshow of some of our work over the last 7 years (link opens in your web browser). For a full list of our services and how we can help, please visit our website at bioonecolumbus.com.
While Bio-One Columbus has many 5 star reviews, this is one of our favorites:
"Kind kind kind! Came to give quote immediately. Started work next business day. Understood and respected time deadline. Reassuring. Many staff came and did not waste any time. Team worked well together. I was desperate to clean my parents hoarding home and was ready for sale and immaculate in TWO days. More than recovered my investment." ~Ellen A, BBB Review
Bio-One of Columbus is a leader in crime scene cleanup and biohazard decontamination services in Columbus. Our technicians are highly skilled and have been trained on OSHA's safety standards.
Bio-One of Columbus continues to be the most passionate and caring company in the cleaning services industry.
For more information, visit us at https://bioonecolumbus.com/
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“In the end, it’s not the years in your life that count. It’s the life in your years.”
~Abraham Lincoln
February is National Senior Independence Month. During this month, we celebrate those older adults who are successfully living in our communities and focus on how to preserve that independence long-term. Successful and healthy aging “in place” requires community engagement & assistance that we all can provide to our seniors.
Risks to losing independence in late life include limited mobility and social isolation. Older adults in the community may struggle to keep up with cleaning due to health issues or hide problems with hygiene due to shame or embarrassment, ultimately resulting in a decline of well-being and loss of independence.
Here are some simple tips to successfully age in place and keep a home safe:
Decluttering is a significant challenging in late life because of the sentimental attachment to objects, fatigue preventing the person from deep cleaning, fear of change, or undiagnosed mental or physical health issues. Hiring a professional to assist with this process can reduce the fear and anxiety as well as reduce the physical burden on the person.
If you know an older adult struggling to maintain their independence due to hoarding behaviors, pile-up of gross filth, or clutter that impairs mobility, call Bio-One Columbus today. We can remediate home spaces to be livable and support seniors to maintain independence for as long as possible.
Ohio has the 18th largest population of adults over 65 in the United States! Other informative statistics include:
The Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging supports healthy aging in the community. They plan, fund, & deliver services to keep older adults and those with disabilities safe and independent in their home. Services include assistance in finding home health care, transportation, meals, and homemaking. They also provide educational programs for caregivers and the public. For more information, visit their website at COAAA
In 2022 Bio-One Columbus helped a total of 223 families and businesses. It’s a number that reflects a staggering amount of need for services here in our community. When I talk about that level of need, I’m often asked, “What’s your most common job?” While the scope of our remediation work ranges from trauma scenes to hoarding remediation and beyond, the most common call I consistently receive is from an older adult (or a family member of an older adult).
The situations are invariably similar in their presentation. The resident has some degree of physical disability, often paired with depression, and the situation in the home has progressed beyond their ability to recover without outside help. The home may be full of trash that was too heavy for the resident to get to a proper receptacle. Pets may not have been taken outside for days or longer, and litter boxes may not have been changed in weeks, months or even years. The end result is an environment that is not safe for the resident. Shame makes it nearly impossible to ask for help once this cycle has begun.
This is where Bio-One makes a significant difference. Health, safety and dignity are at the core of what we strive to restore for our clients in these situations. My advice: Reach out for help early and often. There’s no shame in asking for help when you need it. There are resources in place to help.
Bio-One of Columbus is a leader in crime scene cleanup and biohazard decontamination services in Columbus. Our technicians are highly skilled and have been trained on OSHA's safety standards. Bio-One of Columbus continues to be the most passionate and caring company in the cleaning services industry. For more information, visit us at https://www.bioonecolumbus.com/
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“Your present circumstances don’t determine where you can go. They merely determine where you start.”
~ Nido Qubein
Happy New Year! The first of the year has historically been a time when people review the past and resolve to do better in the future. Whether it’s to exercise more, lose weight or de-clutter a home, almost 80% of people fail at their New Year’s resolutions by February. The American Psychological Association notes that while a high number of resolutions fail, it does not mean setting a resolution is a negative thing. In fact, several factors can increase success.
Research shows that those who achieve their resolutions are more successful because (1) they set small and achievable goals and (2) they enlist outside support! If your resolution was to de-clutter living spaces or storage units, find and eliminate that odor you’ve dealt with for months, or to finally deep clean your home, Bio-One Columbus offers the support you need to be successful.
This before and after photo shows only a small bit of what Bio-One Columbus can do for you. Call us today at 614-743-1795 for a service consultation.
January’s Bio-One spotlight is on our decluttering and deep cleaning services. We will work with you to identify valuables, declutter and deep clean the space, and create a healthier and safer living environment. To learn more, visit our website at this link.
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