Healthy Carpets
Open around the clock, every day, this Ann Arbor firm samples and tests for asbestos and mould, and also does water extraction and sewage clean-up. It serves Ypsilanti and Tecumseh as well.
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Water damage and mould remediation in Ann Arbor
Restoration firms for drying and mould removal.
6 pros in Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor's recent ice storm shows how quickly a home can be hit by more than one problem at once. DTE said Washtenaw County saw ice up to three-quarters of an inch, with the largest accumulation in and around Ann Arbor, and the city's fire department reported major damage to electrical infrastructure. Outages can stop sump pumps, and thawing ice can leave water where it should not be. Before you hire for drying out or mould removal, know that the State of Michigan does not certify mould remediators or mould testing companies, so a state certificate is not something you can ask to see. Ask instead for a written scope of work, what will be dried or removed, and how moisture will be checked afterwards. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services does not test homes for mould and does not recommend mould testing. Also check your policy: water and sewer backup coverage is not automatically included in Michigan homeowners or renters policies, so ask your insurer before work starts.
Midwest Enviro Solutions
Established in 1981, the firm handles mould remediation and asbestos work, with financing available. It serves Ann Arbor and Manchester and is open daily.
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Steves Air Duct Cleaning
Family-owned since 2015, the business extracts water and remediates mould, and it operates every day of the week. It covers Dexter, Saline and Whitmore Lake, and offers free estimates.
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MoldPro
Removes mould physically rather than covering it with chemicals, then traces the moisture behind it. The warranty lasts 18 months, and the company has been family-owned since 2011.
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Michigan Power Rodding
Since 1995, the company pairs sewer line clearing with sewage clean-up, structural drying and mould remediation. It runs seven days a week into the evening and serves Milan, Chelsea and Manchester.
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Wolverine Professional Carpet and Furniture Cleaning
Locally owned since 1977, the business does water damage restoration alongside carpet, rug and upholstery cleaning. It is open on weekdays and offers free estimates.
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What to know in Ann Arbor
In a severe ice storm, DTE said Washtenaw County saw ice up to three-quarters of an inch, with the largest accumulation in and around Ann Arbor. Ann Arbor's fire department reported major damage to the city's electrical infrastructure and one of its highest call-for-service shifts in its history.
Before you hire
Ask how fast they will start drying: Health Canada says a home dried within 48 hours is less likely to grow mould.
Health Canada suggests professional help for extensive mould, meaning a patch larger than 3 m².
Get written quotes from at least three contractors for the same work, and check references from recent clients.
Questions about hiring in Ann Arbor
Does Michigan certify mould removal companies?
No. The State of Michigan does not certify mould remediators or mould testing companies. That means you should ask each company directly about its training, its insurance and its past work, and get the scope of work, the methods and the steps for checking the result written into the quote. Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (source, opens in a new tab)
Should I pay for mould testing before hiring someone in Ann Arbor?
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services does not test homes for mould and does not recommend mould testing. Rather than relying on a test, ask any company to show you where the moisture is coming from and how it plans to fix that source and dry the area. Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (source, opens in a new tab)
What should a water damage quote include?
A good quote lists the rooms and materials affected, what will be removed or dried, the equipment and how long it will stay, how moisture will be checked at the end, and what is not included. Get it in writing and compare the same items across quotes, not just the totals.
Will my insurance cover a sump pump failure or sewer backup?
Not automatically. In Michigan, water and sewer backup coverage is not included in a homeowners or renters policy by default. Where it is offered, it covers backup through a sewer or drain and sump overflow, including a pump's mechanical breakdown, up to the limit selected. Check your policy first. Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services (source, opens in a new tab)