The Specialist

What Britain’s greatest extreme cleaner learned from 25 years on the job Who cleans up the messes others can't bear to face? Ben Giles offers a gripping insight into the world of crime scene cleaning, where the macabre meets the mundane. With over 25 years of experience, Giles shares his harrowing yet fascinating tales from the frontlines of ‘biohazard remediation’. From gruesome murder scenes and tragic suicides to the unexpected challenges of hoarders, industrial spillages and animal remnants, each chapter reveals the gritty realities of a profession few dare to enter. In this candid memoir, Giles recounts the emotional toll of his work, the ingenious methods he developed to tackle the most stubborn stains, and the surprising human stories behind each job. With a blend of dark humour and heartfelt reflection, he navigates the complexities of life and death, revealing how he transformed a small window-cleaning business into rapid-response trauma cleaners. Whether you’re a true crime aficionado or simply curious about the extraordinary lives of those who restore order from chaos, this book promises to entertain, shock, and enlighten. Prepare for a wild ride through the unfiltered world of extreme cleaning.