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Traverse City, Grand Traverse County, Michigan

Top-Rated Water Damage Restoration Companies in Traverse City, MI (2026)

17 restoration companies with a Traverse City address, scored out of 100. Updated October 2026.

Who is the best restoration company in Traverse City, MI?

As of October 2026, the highest-scoring restoration company in Traverse City, MI on TownAnswer is Stanley Steemer, with a score of 78 out of 100 (4.9 stars from 1,545 Google reviews). Next are Groundworks (78) and Modernistic (77). We scored 17 restoration companies with a Traverse City address. For the highest star rating with 25 or more reviews, see Flood Fighters (5.0 stars).

Traverse City at a glance

Our October 2026 pull of Google Maps found 17 restoration companies with a Traverse City mailing address. 14 list a website, 17 have claimed their Google listing and 1 take online bookings.

3 belong to a business with three or more Michigan locations in our data. The other 14 have one or two.

Every business is scored by the same rules. A business cannot pay for a higher place.

The most-reviewed restoration company in Traverse City is Stanley Steemer with 1,545 Google reviews. The median rating among scored listings is 4.9 stars.

What to ask before you hire

  1. How fast does a crew arrive after you call, day or night?
  2. Are the technicians certified by the IICRC (the restoration industry body)?
  3. Do they bill your insurance company directly, and who signs the work authorization?
  4. Do they measure moisture and give you the dry-out readings in writing?
  5. Who handles the rebuild after the dry-out: the same company or another contractor?

Water Damage Restoration Companies in Traverse City, ranked

Highest score first. Tap a name for its website, or Score details for the full breakdown.

The 100-point TownAnswer score. Every restoration company here is checked on the same 5 parts: reputation (26 points), review volume (18), focus (14), profile (22) and verified owner (20). Nobody pays to rank. How we rank

01

Stanley Steemer

★ 4.9 1,545 Google reviews

78scoreB+

Open 24 hoursWeekend hoursClaimed on Google1,545 reviews

You will find Stanley Steemer at 88 Hughes Dr, Traverse City, MI 49696. It sits about 2.9 miles south of central Traverse City. Its Google category is "Water damage restoration service", with Air duct cleaning service, Upholstery cleaning service, Carpet cleaning service as extra categories. After we adjust for review count, its 4.9 stars count as 4.90. Stanley Steemer has 10 locations in our Michigan data. Each location is scored on its own reviews.

(231) 946-5900WebsiteMapScore detailsOwn it? Claim free

02

Groundworks

★ 4.9 997 Google reviews

78scoreB+

Open after 8 PMWeekend hoursBooks onlineClaimed on Google997 reviews

Groundworks is at 3805 Elmers Industrial Dr, Traverse City, MI 49685. It sits about 5.0 miles southwest of central Traverse City. Google files it under "Water damage restoration service" and also Concrete contractor, Contractor, Foundation. Its 4.9 stars rest on 997 reviews, which our method reads as 4.90 after the review-count adjustment. Groundworks has 3 locations in our Michigan data. Each location is scored on its own reviews.

(231) 227-4940WebsiteMapScore detailsOwn it? Claim free

03

Modernistic

★ 4.9 316 Google reviews

77scoreB+

Open 24 hoursWeekend hoursClaimed on Google316 reviews

Modernistic is at 820 Duell Rd, Traverse City, MI 49686. That is 1.6 miles south of the Traverse City city center. Google files it under "Water damage restoration service" and also Air duct cleaning service, Building restoration service, Fire damage restoration service. After we adjust for review count, its 4.9 stars count as 4.89. Modernistic has 5 locations in our Michigan data. Each location is scored on its own reviews.

(231) 725-0066WebsiteMapScore detailsOwn it? Claim free

05

911 Restoration of Northwest Michigan

★ 4.8 142 Google reviews

70scoreB

Open 24 hoursWeekend hoursClaimed on Google142 reviews

You will find 911 Restoration of Northwest Michigan at 2366 Cass Rd Ste 1, Traverse City, MI 49684. It sits about 2.5 miles southwest of central Traverse City. Its Google category is "Water damage restoration service", with Fire damage restoration service, Waste management service as extra categories. Its 4.8 stars rest on 142 reviews, which our method reads as 4.79 after the review-count adjustment.

(231) 220-9892WebsiteMapScore detailsOwn it? Claim free

06

Northern Reflections Construction & Restoration LLC

★ 5.0 36 Google reviews

68scoreB-

Open 24 hoursWeekend hoursClaimed on Google

You will find Northern Reflections Construction & Restoration LLC at 8566 S W Bay Shore Dr, Traverse City, MI 49684. It sits about 7.3 miles north of central Traverse City. Its Google category is "Water damage restoration service", with Building restoration service, Fire damage restoration service, General contractor as extra categories. After we adjust for review count, its 5.0 stars count as 4.90.

(231) 883-6169WebsiteMapScore detailsOwn it? Claim free

10

SERVPRO of Grand Traverse Area

★ 4.2 65 Google reviews

62scoreC+

Open 24 hoursWeekend hoursClaimed on Google

SERVPRO of Grand Traverse Area is at 920 W Commerce Dr, Traverse City, MI 49685. It sits about 6.3 miles southwest of central Traverse City. Its Google category is "Water damage restoration service", with Air duct cleaning service, Building restoration service, Carpet cleaning service as extra categories. Its 4.2 stars rest on 65 reviews, which our method reads as 4.29 after the review-count adjustment.

(231) 900-1387WebsiteMapScore detailsOwn it? Claim free

11

Paul Davis Restoration & Remodeling of Northwest Michigan

★ 4.4 56 Google reviews

61scoreC+

Open 24 hoursWeekend hoursClaimed on Google

Paul Davis Restoration & Remodeling of Northwest Michigan is at 1310 Industry Dr, Traverse City, MI 49696. It sits about 3.0 miles south of central Traverse City. Its Google category is "Water damage restoration service", with Building restoration service, Fire damage restoration service as extra categories. Its 4.4 stars rest on 56 reviews, which our method reads as 4.45 after the review-count adjustment.

(231) 844-4173WebsiteMapScore detailsOwn it? Claim free

12

J-Winn Construction

★ 5.0 7 Google reviews

56scoreC

Open after 8 PMClaimed on Google

J-Winn Construction is at 2545 N Four Mile Rd, Traverse City, MI 49686. That is 3.9 miles southeast of the Traverse City city center. Its Google category is "Water damage restoration service", with Deck builder, Dry wall contractor, Remodeler as extra categories. After we adjust for review count, its 5.0 stars count as 4.76.

(231) 409-8257MapScore detailsOwn it? Claim free

14

First Call Restoration and Construction

★ 3.9 7 Google reviews

51scoreC

Open 24 hoursWeekend hoursComes to youClaimed on Google

First Call Restoration and Construction is a service-area business. Google does not show its street address, and its map pin sits in Traverse City. That is 0.4 miles south of the Traverse City city center. Google files it under "Water damage restoration service" and also Contractor, Service establishment. After we adjust for review count, its 3.9 stars count as 4.41.

(231) 218-1756WebsiteMapScore detailsOwn it? Claim free

15

Hoopfer Services LLC | Insurance Restoration Claim Specialists

★ 5.0 1 Google review

50scoreC

Open 24 hoursWeekend hoursClaimed on Google

You will find Hoopfer Services LLC | Insurance Restoration Claim Specialists at 833 Snow Apple Dr, Traverse City, MI 49686. It sits about 7.0 miles southwest of central Traverse City. Google files it under "Water damage restoration service" and also Construction company, Fire damage restoration service, Building restoration service. After we adjust for review count, its 5.0 stars count as 4.68.

(231) 632-7625MapScore detailsOwn it? Claim free

Side by side

#BusinessScoreGradeRatingReviewsStreet
1Stanley Steemer78B+4.91,54588 Hughes Dr
2Groundworks78B+4.99973805 Elmers Industrial Dr
3Modernistic77B+4.9316820 Duell Rd
4Flood Fighters75B+5.0275707 Alcor Dr
5911 Restoration of Northwest Michigan70B4.81422366 Cass Rd Ste 1
6Northern Reflections Construction & Restoration LLC68B-5.0368566 S W Bay Shore Dr
7Floodman65B-4.747963 W Commerce Dr Unit C
8Reaction Restoration64C+4.823736 Duell Rd
9Dri-Life Restoration62C+4.771888 Industrial Cir
10SERVPRO of Grand Traverse Area62C+4.265920 W Commerce Dr
11Paul Davis Restoration & Remodeling of Northwest Michigan61C+4.4561310 Industry Dr
12J-Winn Construction56C5.072545 N Four Mile Rd
13Archer Contracting55C4.731857 Duell Rd
14First Call Restoration and Construction51C3.97service area
15Hoopfer Services LLC | Insurance Restoration Claim Specialists50C5.01833 Snow Apple Dr
16TC Mold Man/ The Mold Man46C-5.02888 W Commerce Dr
17Flood Aid46C-5.016986 E Fouch Rd

About Traverse City

15,593residents
$74,087median household income
67.4%homes built before 1980
1,964median year built
63.7%owner-occupied homes
$415,400median home value

Traverse City has 15,593 residents and 7,191 households (ACS 2024 5-year estimates for Traverse City city). 67.4 percent of its homes were built before 1980, and the median home was built in 1,964.

63.7 percent of homes are owner-occupied. The median home value is $415,400. Older housing stock tends to need more plumbing, roofing, electrical and water damage work, so these figures help explain local demand. They do not measure it.

Our October 2026 data has 17 restoration companies with a Traverse City mailing address: 10.9 per 10,000 residents. A mailing city can differ from the city limits, so treat the ratio as a guide.

How to choose a restoration company in Traverse City

Water keeps moving into drywall, floors and framing after the leak stops. Mold can start to grow within 24 to 48 hours, according to the U.S. EPA. Speed of arrival is the first thing to ask about.

The IICRC writes the main standard for water damage work (S500). Ask whether the crew that comes to your home holds IICRC certification, and ask for the moisture readings at the start and at the end of the job.

Most water and fire jobs run through a homeowners insurance claim. Read the work authorization before you sign it. Ask whether the company bills the insurer directly and what you owe if the claim is denied.

Michigan has no separate state licence for mold or water damage work. Rebuild work (drywall, floors, cabinets) needs a residential builder or maintenance and alteration licence from LARA. Ask who does the rebuild.

Ask for photos of the damage before work starts. They help you and the adjuster agree on what was lost.

Water Damage Restoration Companies near Traverse City

CityDistanceWater Damage Restoration CompaniesTop score
Acme Township7.4 mi east162
Grawn7.7 mi southwest1n/a
Kingsley12.1 mi south156
Fife Lake17.6 mi southeast163
Buckley17.9 mi south265
Torch Lake Township23.4 mi northeast171
Glen Arbor Township23.6 mi northwest1577
Orange Township23.7 mi east273

Other local pros in Traverse City

Personal Injury Attorneys 35Mold Remediation Companies 10Mold Inspection and Testing Companies 4Plumbers 25Roofers 39HVAC Companies 25Electricians 42Dentists 74Med Spas 29Pilates and Fitness Studios 68Photographers 79Coffee Cart Vendors and Mobile Coffee Bars 36Cafés and Coffee Shops 63Restaurants 125Real Estate Brokerages 103Dance Studios 6Everything in Traverse CityWater Damage Restoration Companies in Grand Traverse County

Questions

How many restoration companies are in Traverse City, MI?

Our October 2026 data lists 17 restoration companies with a Traverse City mailing address. 17 have a Google rating and are scored. A business can be missing, so treat the count as a floor.

Who is the top-rated restoration company in Traverse City?

Stanley Steemer has the highest TownAnswer score in Traverse City: 78 out of 100, from 4.9 stars and 1,545 Google reviews. Scores change when listings change.

How is the score worked out?

Reputation (26 points) is the Google rating adjusted for how many reviews it rests on. Review volume adds up to 18, how closely the business matches the trade up to 14, profile facts such as website, phone, hours, photos and a claimed listing up to 22, and a profile the owner verified with TownAnswer adds 20.

Can a business pay to rank higher?

No. Every business is scored by the same rules, and no payment changes a score or a place on a list.

Which restoration companies near Traverse City are outside the city?

Nearby city pages: Acme Township (7.4 miles), Grawn (7.7 miles), Kingsley (12.1 miles), Fife Lake (17.6 miles).

What should I ask a restoration company before I hire?

How fast does a crew arrive after you call, day or night? Are the technicians certified by the IICRC (the restoration industry body)? Do they bill your insurance company directly, and who signs the work authorization?

Which county is Traverse City in?

Traverse City is in Grand Traverse County. See every restoration company in the county on the Grand Traverse County page.

How often is this page updated?

We refresh the data from Google Maps and change the date on the page only when the data changes. This version uses data read in October 2026.

Sources

TownAnswer ranks local businesses by one published method. Businesses cannot pay to change their rank. Ratings and review counts come from Google Maps, read in October 2026. Details change, so confirm hours, prices and licences with each business. How we rank.