Water damage in Waterford?
Water Damage Restoration in Waterford, 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 Waterford, the first job is getting the water out and drying the house before mold starts. We cover all of Waterford, including the areas around Elizabeth Lake, and come from Ann Arbor by US-23 north to M-59. A real person answers the phone 24 hours a day.
What to do right now
- Stop using sinks and toilets if water came up a floor drain.
- Do not step into water near outlets or the furnace.
- Lift boxes and rugs off the floor.
Waterford neighborhoods we work in
We work in the areas around Elizabeth Lake, Cass Lake and Williams Lake and the neighborhoods off Dixie Highway. The drive from Ann Arbor is US-23 north to M-59.
What do we see in Waterford homes?
Typical houses are lake homes, cottages converted to year-round homes and ranches. Water near the Clinton River and the township lakes, wet clay soil and freeze-thaw cycles are the usual causes.
Lakes, sand and the upper Clinton
Waterford sits on the upper Clinton River, which here flows through a string of lakes and marshes. The Michigan DNR describes the soils in this stretch as well-drained sand and gravel, which is different from the heavy clay farther south.
What that changes
Sandy soil drains fast, so seepage through basement walls is less common than in clay areas. High groundwater near lakes is the bigger issue, and sump pumps in lakeside homes can run for days in a wet spring. A pump that runs that much wears out sooner. Replace it before it fails.
Inside the house
Burst pipes, water heater leaks and washer hoses cause most of the damage we see in Waterford homes. We extract, meter, dry and document it.
Lakes and wetlands by the numbers
The main branch of the Clinton River runs north to south through the middle of the township, with large wetlands next to its floodplain in the southwest.
What happens when we get there?
We take photos and moisture readings, pull the water out and set up drying. We handle your project from start to finish.
How long will drying take?
Usually a few days for clean water caught early. We check readings daily and leave the equipment until it reads dry.
Is it more than water?
We also handle fire and smoke and storm damage, and we clean belongings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are basements in Waterford less likely to leak?
Sandy soils drain better than clay, but high groundwater near lakes can still flood basements.
How long does a sump pump last?
It depends on use. Pumps that run constantly near lakes may need replacement sooner.
Do you come out to the areas around Elizabeth Lake?
Yes. We cover the areas around Elizabeth Lake, Cass Lake and Williams Lake and the neighborhoods off Dixie Highway, any hour.
How do you get to Waterford from Ann Arbor?
Usually US-23 north to M-59. We leave from 206 E Huron St in Ann Arbor.