Learn the difference between water mitigation and water damage restoration—timelines, techniques, and costs—so you know what to do after a leak or flood in SE Michigan.

The first 24 hours after water damage are crucial. Acting fast can prevent mold, structural issues, and costly repairs, but only if you know what to do (and what to avoid). This quick guide covers key steps to protect your home and when to call in experts like X-Cel Restoration.

Just because the rain has stopped doesn’t mean your home escaped damage. Whether it’s a noticeable leak or hidden moisture behind the walls, storm-related water issues often go unnoticed until they turn into costly repairs. From discolored walls and warped floors to rising utility bills and flickering lights, the signs of trouble can be subtle but serious. Knowing what to look for is the first step to preventing long-term damage.

Here, we try to answer a few of them – and hopefully make the idea of storm damage repair feel a little less intimidating for Michigan homeowners…

10 Overlooked Tips for Preparing Your Michigan Home for Spring [...]

Michigan’s spring storm season is here. And it’s quickly turned into a rough one, with data from the National Weather Service showing that 2025 is already ranking among the ten worst years in history in terms of tornado prevalence. If your home is in the firing line, the consequences can be devastating, and facing the prospect of a storm damage repair job may feel overwhelming to begin with. Here, we take a look at some of the steps you can take to safeguard your property ahead of a storm – and, just as significantly, what you need to be doing if the worst happens.