Water damage in Northville?
Water Damage Restoration in Northville, MI
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What you can expect from us
- A real person answers the phone 24 hours a day, and we can often be on site within a few hours.
- We work with every insurance company and document the damage for your claim.
- Ajaxx is an IICRC Certified Firm, which means our technicians are trained to the industry's cleaning and restoration standards.
For water damage in Northville, the first job is getting the water out and drying the house before mold starts. We cover all of Northville, including downtown Northville, and come from Ann Arbor by M-14 east to Sheldon or Beck Road. A real person answers the phone 24 hours a day.
What to do right now
- Shut off the water and stay clear of wet outlets.
- Take photos of the damage before cleanup.
- Move belongings off the wet floor.
Which parts of Northville do we cover?
We cover downtown Northville, the neighborhoods near Mill Race Village and the subdivisions off Seven Mile and Beck Road. We head out M-14 east to Sheldon or Beck Road from downtown Ann Arbor. We serve the City of Northville, which straddles the Wayne and Oakland county line, and Northville Township, from the historic homes near downtown and Mill Race Village to the larger subdivisions and condos in the township.
Where the Middle Rouge begins
The Middle Branch of the Rouge River forms in Northville where the Walled Lake Branch meets Johnson Creek. Johnson Creek, which runs past Fish Hatchery Park, is the only cold-water fishery left in the Rouge watershed. Low-lying properties near these streams and Northville's mill pond can see high water in heavy storms.
Historic homes, hills and hidden water
Northville's downtown neighborhoods have many very old homes. Older stone and block foundations, plaster walls and aging plumbing are common. The hilly streets around downtown also mean water from heavy rain runs downhill toward lower homes and basements.
Plaster and lath walls hold water differently than drywall and can hide moisture for a long time, so thorough moisture checks matter in older homes.
Township homes
Northville Township's subdivisions, many with finished lower levels and walkouts, see sump pump failures, water heater leaks, burst supply lines and frozen pipes in exterior walls.
What causes most calls here?
With historic homes near downtown and newer subdivisions with finished basements, the weak spots are floor drains, old sewer laterals and block walls near the Middle Rouge River.
What do we do first?
We make the space safe and measure how far the water spread. Then the water comes out.
Will you have to tear out drywall?
Only if it cannot be dried. Moisture readings decide, and we tell you before anything is cut.
What else can we help with in Northville?
We also clean up after fires, mold and sewage backups.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can plaster walls be dried, or do they need to be replaced?
Plaster can often be dried in place if the water was clean and drying starts quickly. We check moisture before deciding.
Do you serve both the Wayne and Oakland County sides of Northville?
Yes, all of Northville and Northville Township.
My walkout basement flooded during a storm. What now?
Stay away from wet electrical areas, move belongings and call us.
Will you come to downtown Northville?
Yes. That is part of our area, along with the rest of Northville.
How far is Northville from your office?
We drive out from downtown Ann Arbor, usually by M-14 east to Sheldon or Beck Road.