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Caulking and Sealing in Detroit: what to expect
Caulking and sealing in Detroit is small work that prevents big damage. Failed caulk around a tub or shower lets water into the subfloor and ceiling below, and open gaps around windows, doors and siding let in drafts, water and insects. Metro Detroit freeze-thaw cycles and summer heat make caulk shrink, crack and pull away faster than people expect.
The job is mostly preparation. A good handyman removes the old caulk completely, cleans off mildew and soap residue, lets the joint dry, adds backer rod in wide gaps, and uses the right product: 100 percent silicone or a kitchen and bath sealant indoors, and an exterior-rated sealant for siding, trim and window perimeters. Homes in Warren, Westland and Southfield often need both tub and exterior work.
If tile joints are cracked or missing, see grout repair. For drafty windows that need more than sealant, compare window and door pros, or browse Detroit handyman services.
What a proper job includes
- Inspection of tubs, showers, sinks, counters and exterior joints
- Complete removal of old, moldy or cracked caulk
- Cleaning and drying the joint before sealing
- Backer rod in wide or deep gaps
- Product matched to the location: silicone, hybrid or exterior sealant
- Neat tooled bead with color matched to trim or tile
- Cure time instructions before showers or rain
What drives the price
- Number of fixtures, windows or linear feet of joints
- Difficulty removing old caulk or silicone residue
- Mold cleanup or water damage found behind the joint
- Exterior height and ladder or lift access
- Sealant type and color matching
- Bundling with grout repair or other small jobs
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Permits and licensing in Michigan
Caulking and sealing is an ordinary repair and does not need a building permit in Michigan. On homes built before 1978, removing old exterior caulk or scraping painted trim can disturb lead paint, so any firm paid to do it should be EPA RRP certified and follow lead-safe practices.
Paid residential work above a threshold set by state law requires a LARA license. Michigan has no license class called handyman: look for a Residential Builder license or a Maintenance & Alteration Contractor license that lists the trade involved, and check the number on the LARA lookup.
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How to compare quotes
- Confirm the old caulk will be fully removed, not caulked over.
- Ask which sealant they will use in each location and why.
- Ask how they handle mold or soft material found behind the joint.
- Check any license on the LARA lookup and ask for proof of insurance.
- Get the list of locations and any guarantee in writing.
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