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Dry rot, water or pest damage major repairers in Howell

Avatar for Advance Restoration, LLC
Advance Restoration, LLC
22815 Macomb Industrial Drive
4.49(
37
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Approved Pro
Advance Restoration, LLC
22815 Macomb Industrial Drive
4.49(
37
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
93 local quotes requested
19 years of experience

We are a family-owned disaster restoration company specializing in insurance-based property damage, including water, fire, wind, and mold. Offering 24/7 emergency response year-round for residential, commercial, and large-loss restoration.

"Very fast response and available team. Excellent work."

Kenneth T on June 2025

We are a family-owned disaster restoration company specializing in insurance-based property damage, including water, fire, wind, and mold. Offering 24/7 emergency response year-round for residential, commercial, and large-loss restoration.

"Very fast response and available team. Excellent work."

Kenneth T on June 2025


Avatar for R D N Enterprises, Inc.
R D N Enterprises, Inc.
23953 S County Line Rd
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
R D N Enterprises, Inc.
23953 S County Line Rd
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 local quotes requested

CatRec Restoration brings decades of combined experience to the Michigan damage restoration industry. Our devoted team of certified expert disaster response technicians and extensively trained in the latest methods and technologies for mitigating water, fire, mold, and storm damage cleanup for residential and commercial structures. We are committed to restoring and cleaning up your stsructure to a pre-disaster state, freeing you from worry and allowing you to resume life as usual. Call us today at (800)598-9813 or 1-800-598-9813 to talk to one of our experts!

"Call them first! I called another company and had to have RDN come and clean up the other company's mess. They are worth the wait, if you have to be put on a waiting list."

Debra L on October 2021

CatRec Restoration brings decades of combined experience to the Michigan damage restoration industry. Our devoted team of certified expert disaster response technicians and extensively trained in the latest methods and technologies for mitigating water, fire, mold, and storm damage cleanup for residential and commercial structures. We are committed to restoring and cleaning up your stsructure to a pre-disaster state, freeing you from worry and allowing you to resume life as usual. Call us today at (800)598-9813 or 1-800-598-9813 to talk to one of our experts!

"Call them first! I called another company and had to have RDN come and clean up the other company's mess. They are worth the wait, if you have to be put on a waiting list."

Debra L on October 2021


Rashid Construction
32905 Northwestern Hwy
4.50(
20
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Rashid Construction
32905 Northwestern Hwy
4.50(
20
)
Customers say: Quality work
68 years of experience

24/7 Emergency Response. Complete Restoration and Insurance Work. We do all remodeling work, interior and exterior. We have been family owned and operated for over 50 years, living and operating out of the same community.

"Very well. An issue came up and they handled this immediately."

Deb G on November 2018

24/7 Emergency Response. Complete Restoration and Insurance Work. We do all remodeling work, interior and exterior. We have been family owned and operated for over 50 years, living and operating out of the same community.

"Very well. An issue came up and they handled this immediately."

Deb G on November 2018


Stanley Steemer
6285 Taylor Dr
4.35(
17
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Stanley Steemer
6285 Taylor Dr
4.35(
17
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Customers say: Super punctual
Free onsite estimate

Boardwalk Floors
152 Dansin
4.82(
44
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Boardwalk Floors
152 Dansin
4.82(
44
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

Boardwalk Floors is a family owned business for hardwood flooring. We specialize in Installation of new hardwood and Re-finishing of existing hardwood floors. We also do repairs and trim work

"Great work"

Tom O on February 2023

Boardwalk Floors is a family owned business for hardwood flooring. We specialize in Installation of new hardwood and Re-finishing of existing hardwood floors. We also do repairs and trim work

"Great work"

Tom O on February 2023


Restoration Services SE Michigan
4463 S. Dort Highway
No reviews
Restoration Services SE Michigan
4463 S. Dort Highway
No reviews
13 years of experience

Restoration Services specializes in professional restoration services for residential and commercial properties. All of our water technicians are IICRC certified with safety as a top priority.

Restoration Services specializes in professional restoration services for residential and commercial properties. All of our water technicians are IICRC certified with safety as a top priority.


Cat Rec Restoration
23953 S County Line Rd
No reviews
Cat Rec Restoration
23953 S County Line Rd
No reviews
24 years of experience

CatRec Restoration brings decades of combined experience to the Michigan damage restoration industry. Our devoted team of certified expert disaster response technicians are extensively trained in the latest methods and technologies for mitigating water, fire, mold, and storm damage for residential and commercial structures.

CatRec Restoration brings decades of combined experience to the Michigan damage restoration industry. Our devoted team of certified expert disaster response technicians are extensively trained in the latest methods and technologies for mitigating water, fire, mold, and storm damage for residential and commercial structures.


ServiceMaster of the Tri-Cities
7618 Commerce Court Unit A
No reviews
ServiceMaster of the Tri-Cities
7618 Commerce Court Unit A
No reviews
12 years of experience

ServiceMaster of the Tri-Cities is a damage restoration contractor serving the Midland, MI area.

ServiceMaster of the Tri-Cities is a damage restoration contractor serving the Midland, MI area.


Dan's Painting and General Repair
2772 Lee Hill Dr
No reviews
Dan's Painting and General Repair
2772 Lee Hill Dr
No reviews
29 years of experience

Residential, Commercial and Agricultural.

Residential, Commercial and Agricultural.


Rainbow International
6650 Highland Rd
3.67(
3
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Rainbow International
6650 Highland Rd
3.67(
3
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Customers say: Terrific value
44 years of experience

When destruction to your home is weighing heavy on your heart, you need professional restoration services you can trust. Rainbow International® of Brighton is here to lift you up, providing services to Brighton, Howell and Waterford area residents and businesses. Our rapidly responding, honest, hardworking technicians are here to offer you peace of mind following the event of fire and smoke, water damage, mold, and other emergencies. Our experience, advanced equipment and technology, and commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction make us unparalleled in our field.

When destruction to your home is weighing heavy on your heart, you need professional restoration services you can trust. Rainbow International® of Brighton is here to lift you up, providing services to Brighton, Howell and Waterford area residents and businesses. Our rapidly responding, honest, hardworking technicians are here to offer you peace of mind following the event of fire and smoke, water damage, mold, and other emergencies. Our experience, advanced equipment and technology, and commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction make us unparalleled in our field.

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FAQs for dry rot, water or pest damage major repair projects in Howell, MI

Look for wood that appears darker than the surrounding materials, feels spongy when pressed, or crumbles easily when touched. Dry rot often creates a distinctive cube-like cracking pattern and may have a musty, fungal odor. In advanced cases, you might notice white or gray fungal growth resembling cotton or mushroom-like structures. 

Regular inspections of basements, crawlspaces, and areas around plumbing fixtures help catch problems early before they cause significant structural damage.

Most standard homeowners' policies exclude dry rot repair coverage because insurers classify it as preventable maintenance rather than sudden, accidental damage. Your policy often covers water damage from specific incidents like burst pipes, but the resulting dry rot remediation often falls outside coverage parameters. Some policies offer limited coverage if the rot directly results from a covered peril, but this varies by insurer. 

Always review your specific policy details and consult with your insurance representative about your particular situation.

The timeline varies considerably based on damage extent and location. Minor repairs to window frames or trim might take only one to two days from start to finish. More substantial structural repairs involving floor joists, support beams, or foundation elements require one to two weeks or longer. 

The process includes assessment, demolition, treatment, reconstruction, and finishing work. Weather conditions, material availability, and the need for specialized contractors all influence the overall timeline for project completion.

Yes, untreated dry rot will continue to spread throughout wooden structures in your home. The fungus can extend through wood and even across some masonry surfaces via fungal strands called mycelium. Under favorable conditions (moisture and moderate temperatures), dry rot can advance rapidly, compromising structural integrity across multiple areas. 

The fungus produces airborne spores that establish new colonies wherever they find suitable conditions, making prompt treatment essential to prevent widespread damage and much costlier repairs.

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