ChemServe was a manufacturer of dyes, soaps, drain cleaner, and conditioner. It was also believed to have stored off specification chemicals and wastes. Between 2005 and 2007, Michigan DEQ issued six Notices of Violation. In October and November 2007, EPA, Michigan DEQ, and City of Detroit Fire Department conducted two site visits which documented 1000s of drums and small containers unlabeled, mislabeled, and in various stages of leaking and rupturing.