CHICAGO, IL, January 27, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Tim and Kevin Reifsteck didn't just enter the biohazard cleanup industry 25 years ago—they built it from the ground up. As founding pioneers who created the protocols now codified in the ANSI/IICRC S540 Standard for Trauma and Crime Scene Cleanup, the brothers have spent over two decades establishing the safety procedures, decontamination techniques, and compassionate response methods that have become the blueprint for the entire profession. Today, through their company Huuso Bio, they continue to raise the bar with the launch of Elevate Blue, a groundbreaking scholarship program in partnership with Northwestern University Center for Public Safety that provides advanced leadership training for law enforcement officers and first responders across the Midwest.
"We've been answering calls in the middle of the night for 25 years," says Tim Reifsteck, co-founder of Huuso Bio. "We've walked into some of the most difficult scenes imaginable, and we've always believed that our responsibility goes beyond cleaning—it's about restoring dignity, providing compassion, and supporting the families and first responders who are dealing with unimaginable trauma. Elevate Blue is our way of giving back to the law enforcement community that has trusted us for so long."
Industry Standards Born from Experience
Long before biohazard remediation was a recognized specialty, the Reifsteck brothers were developing the techniques that would become industry standard. Their hands-on experience responding to crime scenes, unattended deaths, suicides, homicides, and traumatic accidents throughout Chicago, the western and northwest suburbs, and across Illinois led to the creation of protocols that prioritized both safety and compassion. Many of the protocols were eventually incorporated into the ANSI/IICRC S540 Standard, the definitive national guideline for trauma and crime scene cleanup that is used by remediation professionals nationwide.
"Most people don't realize that when a tragedy occurs, families are left to deal with not just the emotional aftermath, but the physical cleanup," explains Kevin Reifsteck. "Our protocols ensure that cleanup is done safely, thoroughly, and with the respect that families deserve. We didn't just want to start a business—we wanted to create a standard of care that would protect families and communities."
True 24/7 Response Across Chicagoland
Unlike many companies that claim round-the-clock availability, Huuso Bio maintains genuine 24-hour staffing with trained technicians ready to dispatch immediately to crime and trauma scenes throughout Chicago's neighborhoods—including the Loop, River North, Lincoln Park, Lakeview, Wicker Park, Logan Square, Pilsen, Bridgeport, Hyde Park, South Loop, West Loop, Gold Coast, Old Town, Andersonville, Uptown, Rogers Park, Edgewater, Bucktown, Ukrainian Village, Ravenswood, and Albany Park—as well as suburbs including Naperville, Aurora, Joliet, Elgin, Schaumburg, Cicero, and dozens of surrounding communities.
The company has developed specialized relationships with police departments across the Chicago metropolitan area, becoming a trusted partner for law enforcement agencies that need reliable, discreet, and immediate biohazard remediation services.
Elevate Blue: Investing in Law Enforcement Leadership
Huuso Bio's Elevate Blue scholarship program represents a significant investment in the future of law enforcement. Through partnerships with Northwestern University's Center for Public Safety, the program sponsors officers to attend prestigious leadership development courses, including Executive Management (EMP), Supervision of Police Personnel (SPP), and School of Police Staff & Command (SPSC). These advanced training programs prepare law enforcement leaders to better serve their communities while strengthening the bonds between police departments and the families they protect.
"First responders see the same trauma we do," Tim Reifsteck notes. "Supporting their professional development and leadership training is one way we can give back to the people who run toward danger when everyone else is running away."
The Huuso Bio Difference: Compassion as Protocol
Beyond technical expertise, Huuso Bio has pioneered a unique approach to trauma scene response through its proprietary "I Care" Program—an exclusive training curriculum that teaches technicians management and communication skills specifically designed for post-trauma situations. All Huuso Bio technicians complete extensive classroom, hands-on, and field training that goes far beyond compliance with local laws and ordinances.
The company's comprehensive services include biohazard and crime scene cleanup, blood cleanup, unattended death cleanup, suicide cleanup, homicide cleanup, industrial accident cleanup, contagious disease decontamination, and fentanyl cleanup. Every service is backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee and includes proof of disinfection for client records. Huuso Bio works directly with insurance carriers to ensure families don't have to navigate difficult claims processes during their most vulnerable moments.
IICRC Certified Excellence
As IICRC certified contractors, Huuso Bio maintains the highest standards of technical proficiency while never losing sight of the human element. The company's founding principles—treating every person with care and dignity, responding immediately when called, and helping families heal—remain as central to operations today as they were 25 years ago when the Reifsteck brothers first responded to their first trauma scene.
"We've cleaned thousands of scenes over the years," Kevin Reifsteck reflects. "But we never forget that behind every call is a family going through the worst day of their lives. That's why we created this company, and that's why we'll keep showing up—day or night—for as long as families need us."
Founded by industry pioneers Tim, Kevin, and Bryan Reifsteck, Huuso Bio is a family-owned biohazard remediation company serving Chicago, the greater Chicagoland area, and the Midwest. With over 25 years of combined experience, the Reifsteck brothers created many of the protocols now codified in the ANSI/IICRC S540 Standard for Trauma and Crime Scene Cleanup. The company provides 24/7 emergency response for crime scene cleanup, biohazard remediation, and trauma scene decontamination services. Huuso Bio is IICRC certified and maintains an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau. Through the Elevate Blue scholarship program, Huuso Bio sponsors advanced leadership training for law enforcement officers through Northwestern University Center for Public Safety.
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