Detroit
Repairs, upkeep, and renovation for Detroit homes and rentals, handled by one Metro Detroit team.
Working in Detroit
Half of Detroit's homes were built by 1947, and neighborhoods like Boston-Edison, Palmer Woods, East English Village, and Historic Corktown each have their own character. About half of the city's homes are rented, so we plan work for landlords as well as homeowners. In an older house, we start by looking at what has already been changed: the wiring, the plumbing, the drainage, and any earlier renovations. That shows what the job really involves before anything is opened up. Water deserves attention too. The June 2021 storm dropped nearly seven inches of rain on parts of the city and flooded basements and streets, so a basement project should start with how water leaves the property. In Detroit, permits, inspections, and rental rules go through the Buildings, Safety Engineering and Environmental Department, known as BSEED. A rental has to be registered and pass inspection before the city issues a Certificate of Compliance. In local historic districts, exterior changes also go through the Historic District Commission, so it is worth checking that before you plan new windows, doors, or siding.
Common needs in Detroit
- Repair lists for older houses
- Rental turnover and inspection repairs
- Basement water and drainage work
- Kitchen, bathroom, and whole-house renovation
What we do in Detroit
Nearby areas we cover
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Contact usCommon questions about projects in Detroit
Do I need a Detroit permit for my project?
It depends on your property and what you are changing. Detroit permits and inspections go through BSEED, so check with them before the work starts.
Are rental homes in Detroit inspected?
Yes. A Detroit rental has to be registered and pass inspection before the city issues a Certificate of Compliance. If you already know about repairs, it makes sense to take care of them before the inspection.
Can historic-district rules affect exterior work in Detroit?
They can. In local historic districts, the Historic District Commission reviews permit applications for exterior changes. Check whether your home is in one before you plan new windows, doors, or siding.