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Bloomfield Township Flood Damage Restoration
After a flood in Bloomfield Township, the water leaves a wet, dirty house behind. Bloomfield Township Water Damage Restoration handles the pump-out, the removal of soaked materials and the drying.
Count on a typical Bloomfield Township response in under 30 minutes. One call starts the clock, and a crew is dispatched before you have found your shoes.
The job is covered by our written guarantee, which gets a crew back out, not a check.
Bloomfield Township Headquarters
Crews for Bloomfield Township jobs leave from our local headquarters: 43996 Woodward Ave, Bloomfield Township, MI 48302. The office sits on Woodward Avenue, the corridor that runs the length of the township, so a crew reaches its farthest edges without a side-road detour.
Immediate Flood Actions for Homeowners
- Get everyone to the highest dry level or out of the building.
- Keep your phone charged and your shoes on.
- Avoid cellars, crawl spaces and low rooms. They can hold deep water and bad air.
- Do not drive through water across a road. A small depth can float a car.
- Lift small items, rugs and electronics onto shelves or counters if time allows.
- Save the flood date and the first contact you make with each agency.
- Ask the restoration crew about any step you are unsure of.
What the Record Says About Flooding in Bloomfield Township
Flood history
NOAA recorded a flash flood in Bloomfield Highlands on August 30, 2013 at 9:45 pm. The record says a couple of feet of water covered area roads. (NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database, Oakland County (Michigan)...)
On July 24, 2021 NOAA logged a flash flood under the Bloomfield Hills label, with 2.5 inches of rain in a short span flooding the Maple Road and South Easton Street underpass. The label may cover the township or the neighboring city, and the record also names I-75 near 11 Mile Road. (NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database, Oakland County (Michigan)...)
The township takes part in the National Flood Insurance Program. Oakland County's digital flood maps took effect on September 29, 2006, and copies are on view at the township building and engineering offices. (Charter Township of Bloomfield, Floodplain)
Bloomfield Township sits at the headwaters of the Rouge River and drains to the Main 1-2 branch with 17 other communities. A small part, under half a square mile, drains to the Clinton River. (Charter Township of Bloomfield, Watersheds)
On August 5, 2026 the Road Commission for Oakland County closed the Meadowood Lane bridge over the Law Drain because of deterioration. (Charter Township of Bloomfield, news release)
Flood Risks Around the House
- Water floods the street, then climbs the driveway and the front steps.
- A nearby waterway breaches its bank during a heavy storm.
- Fields and hills shed rain toward the houses below them.
- Plugged storm sewers hold water on the roads for too long.
- Soggy yards leave no room for more water to soak in.
- Cracks and gaps around doors, vents and utility lines give the flood a way inside.
Hidden Flood Damage to Check
- Floor joists or the subfloor show dark stains from below.
- Drywall seams crack or open.
- Windows fog on the inside after the water has left.
- A sour smell comes from the carpet pad.
- Nails and screws bleed rust stains onto the wall.
- Sections of plaster crumble when touched.
Step by Step Through Flood Recovery
| Part | In practice |
|---|---|
| Walk-through | A lead technician inspects the whole house with you. The tech looks for hazards, notes the water level and marks safe paths. The plan comes after this walk. |
| Photo log | Cameras capture the damage before anything moves. A moisture map follows. You get a clear record to share with your agent. |
| Pumping | Submersible pumps drain the deep water. Extraction wands then pull the last of it from floors. The crew removes the sludge by shovel and bucket. |
| Pull the soaked pieces | Wet carpet, pad, insulation and drywall come out since they stay contaminated. The crew keeps salvageable hard materials. Removed items leave the house in sealed bags. |
| Airflow and dehumidifying | Fans and dryers run until the building materials reach a safe moisture level. Daily visits check the meters. Equipment shifts as needed. |
| Antimicrobial wash | The crew wipes and sprays surfaces with antimicrobial cleaner. Framing gets special attention. Anything with mold signs is treated or removed. |
Calling for Flood Restoration
After you call, we collect a few facts about the flood and your house. We name what to avoid until we arrive. A crew then examines the damage and shares a plan. You can ask about anything you do not follow.
Questions people ask us
How does flood cleanup differ from a pipe leak?
Flood water comes from outside and carries dirt and germs. A clean supply-line leak often does not. That shapes how the crew protects themselves and what they remove.
Should I phone my agent first?
Call early so a claim can open. Standard policies frequently leave out surface flood, so ask about flood coverage by name. You may also call a restoration crew right away to stop more damage.
Can I keep my furniture?
Solid wood and hard pieces can often be cleaned and aired out. Upholstered pieces that sat in the flood may be unfit to keep. A crew can look at each one.
Will the crew take photos?
Yes. Pictures of the water line, the damage and the work give you a record. Share them with your agent.
Must the whole wall come down?
Not always. The crew cuts above the height that moisture reached. Drywall above that line may stay.
Bloomfield Township and flooding: what is documented?
NOAA recorded a flash flood in Bloomfield Highlands on August 30, 2013 at 9:45 pm. The record says a couple of feet of water covered area roads.
Flood water in your Bloomfield Township home?
Call (947) 837-7566, 24/7.
Count on a typical Bloomfield Township response in under 30 minutes. One call starts the clock, and a crew is dispatched before you have found your shoes.
Every visit starts with a free estimate.
The job is covered by our written guarantee, which gets a crew back out, not a check.