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Water Damage, Mold and Restoration Companies in the Alpena, Michigan Area
Alpena has 4 restoration and remediation companies in our listings across 1 city, with 85 public reviews between them.
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What Makes Alpena, Michigan Different
Alpena wraps around Thunder Bay on Lake Huron, where the Thunder Bay River meets the lake. Wind off the lake drives rain and snow hard against homes, and long cold winters bring frozen pipes and ice dams. Shut off the main water valve before you leave home for more than a day in winter, and keep the heat on.
The area sits on limestone, and the land is flat near the lake, so rain and spring snowmelt soak into basements when the ground is saturated or still frozen. Lake Huron rises and falls over the years, and in high water years homes close to the shore can see more seepage and erosion. Keep downspouts extended and the ground sloped away from the foundation.
Many homes in Alpena are older frame houses with basements, and some cabins on nearby lakes are used only part of the year. A basement that stays damp in summer can grow mold on boxes, carpet and drywall, so run a dehumidifier and keep humidity near 50 percent. Drain and winterize seasonal homes every fall.
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Checking a License in Alpena
Michigan licenses residential builders and maintenance and alteration contractors through the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. Ask for the license number and look it up with the state before you sign. Michigan has no separate mold license, so ask whether the technicians hold industry certification in water damage and mold remediation, and ask for proof of liability and workers compensation insurance.
What Jobs Cost in Alpena
| Job | Typical in Alpena | National typical |
|---|---|---|
| Water Damage Restorationper job, a single room of clean water | $900 to $2,700 | $1,000 to $3,000 |
| Water Damage Restorationper job, a typical drying job | $1,150 to $5,300 | $1,300 to $6,000 |
| Mold Remediationper job, a typical professional job | $1,350 to $5,300 | $1,500 to $6,000 |
| Mold Remediationper job, an attic | $1,800 to $6,700 | $2,000 to $7,500 |
| Mold Inspection and Testingper visit, a visual inspection | $175 to $550 | $200 to $600 |
| Mold Inspection and Testingper visit, an inspection with samples | $275 to $900 | $300 to $1,000 |
| Mold Inspection and Testingper visit, a clearance test | $275 to $700 | $300 to $800 |
| Fire and Smoke Damage Restorationper room, light smoke cleaning | $450 to $2,200 | $500 to $2,500 |
| Fire and Smoke Damage Restorationper job, a contained kitchen or room fire | $2,700 to $22,000 | $3,000 to $25,000 |
| Asbestos Testing and Abatementper job, a single area in a home | $1,050 to $4,400 | $1,200 to $5,000 |
| Asbestos Testing and Abatementper job, a 200 square foot kitchen floor | $1,350 to $2,700 | $1,500 to $3,000 |
| Asbestos Testing and Abatementper job, attic vermiculite, whole-house siding or several areas | $8,900 to $18,000 | $10,000 to $20,000 |
| Lead Paint Testing and Abatementper visit, an XRF inspection of a typical home | $275 to $600 | $300 to $700 |
| Lead Paint Testing and Abatementper visit, a risk assessment | $450 to $1,350 | $500 to $1,500 |
| Hoarding Cleanupper job, light clutter in a few rooms | $900 to $2,700 | $1,000 to $3,000 |
| Hoarding Cleanupper job, most homes | $1,800 to $13,500 | $2,000 to $15,000 |
| Hoarding Cleanupper job, biohazard or structural damage | $13,500 to $22,000 | $15,000 to $25,000 |