Commercial Damage & Disaster Restoration in Metro Detroit

Who do we provide commercial restoration services for?

We provide commercial restoration for most types of business and institutional property in Southeast Michigan. Each building type has its own priorities, so we plan containment, work hours and communication around how your space is used, who occupies it and what has to stay running while we work.

• Offices and professional buildings: protecting workstations, files and IT areas, and working after hours so staff can keep working.
• Retail stores: recovering inventory and fixtures and reopening the sales floor in stages.
• Restaurants and food service: cleaning kitchens and dining areas after water, fire or smoke so you can prepare for your health inspection.
• Industrial and warehouse facilities: large-area water extraction, smoke cleanup and protecting stored goods and equipment.
• Multi-family and HOA properties: losses that spread between units, with coordination for property managers, boards and residents.
• Healthcare facilities: containment that keeps affected areas separated from occupied spaces.
• Schools: scheduling work around class time, breaks and weekends.

How do we minimize business downtime during restoration?

We minimize downtime by stopping the damage fast, isolating the affected area and phasing the work so the rest of your building can keep operating. Where it is safe, we schedule noisy or disruptive work after hours and on weekends, and we keep you updated on which areas are cleared to reopen.

• Fast mitigation: water extraction, board-up and tarping start on the first visit to keep the damage from spreading.
• Containment: affected areas are sectioned off to keep moisture, dust, soot and mold away from occupied spaces.
• Phased drying and repairs: we dry and restore the building zone by zone, following industry-standard IICRC drying protocols, so finished areas can return to use first.
• After-hours work: crews can work nights and weekends to stay out of the way of customers, patients, students and staff.
• Temporary power: when the outage is the problem, our generator services help keep critical systems running.

Water losses move fastest. Mold can start growing within 24–48 hours, so early extraction and drying matter. Learn more about commercial water and flood damage restoration.

How does commercial disaster restoration work with insurance?

We work with all major insurance carriers and bill insurers directly. From the first visit we document the loss with photos, moisture readings and a written scope of work, then coordinate with your adjuster through the claim. That keeps the paperwork accurate and lets you focus on running your business instead of chasing the claim.

Good documentation protects you. We record affected materials and contents before anything is removed, track drying progress, and keep records of what was cleaned, what was replaced and why. You choose your restoration contractor, and you can call us before your adjuster visits so mitigation is not delayed.

What happens after you call us?

After you call, we triage the loss by phone, tell you what to shut off or protect, and dispatch a crew with an under 1 hour response time across Oakland, Macomb and Wayne County. On site, we secure the property, stop the source of damage, document everything and give you a clear plan before larger work begins.

1. Emergency call and dispatch at any hour, 24/7/365.
2. Inspection and documentation of the damage, moisture levels and affected contents.
3. Mitigation: water extraction, board-up, tarping, containment and drying equipment.
4. Cleanup and remediation: fire and smoke cleanup, mold remediation and contents cleaning and restoration as needed.
5. Rebuild: repairs and reconstruction to return the space to service.

Can we plan for a disaster before it happens?

Yes. A pre-loss emergency response plan helps your business react quickly when something goes wrong. We can walk your property with you to note water and power shutoffs, vulnerable areas, access points and key contacts, so if a loss happens our crew already knows the building and can begin mitigation sooner.

A plan is especially useful for property managers, HOAs and businesses with multiple locations, where the person who discovers the damage may not be the person who makes decisions. Agreeing on contacts, priorities and access in advance takes guesswork out of the first few hours.

How do you choose a commercial restoration company?

Look for a commercial restoration company that answers 24/7, uses IICRC-certified technicians, can handle both mitigation and rebuild, and works directly with insurance carriers. Ask how they will keep your business running during the work and how they document the loss. Our guide on how to choose a commercial restoration company covers the questions to ask.

Commercial Restoration FAQs

Need commercial damage restoration now?

For over 20 years, Revive Restoration has helped business owners across Southeast Michigan recover from water, fire, mold and storm damage. Our line is answered 24/7, with an under 1 hour response time. To request emergency help or a free inspection, contact us online or call (248) 372-1930.