Musty smell with no mold in sight
A persistent earthy smell in the kitchen often means growth inside a cabinet, wall or under the floor. We inspect and use moisture readings to narrow it down.
Serving Bartlett & nearby Hanover Park, Carol Stream
Kitchen Mold Remediation in Bartlett, IL
Mold under the sink, behind the dishwasher or inside a wall? We fix the moisture and remove the mold from Bartlett kitchens.
- Crews covering Bartlett ZIP 60103, 60120
- We stop the cause first, then dry, clean and rebuild
- Photos and notes you can share with your insurer
Kitchen mold problems we take care of in Bartlett
Mold in a kitchen almost always follows water: a slow drip under the sink, a dishwasher leak or condensation behind the fridge. In Bartlett we find and fix that moisture first, then contain the area, remove the affected materials and clean what stays.
Mold under the kitchen sink
The sink base is the most common place we find kitchen mold. A drain or supply drip keeps the particleboard damp, and that panel usually has to be replaced.
Mold that keeps coming back
Mold returns when the moisture does. We find why that spot stays wet, whether a leak, condensation or poor ventilation, and fix it before removal.
Mold under the sink with no visible leak
Sometimes the leak is intermittent, like a dishwasher drain that drips only during a cycle, or condensation on a cold pipe. We test the connections and meter the wood to find it.
Mold behind or under the dishwasher
When we slide a dishwasher out after a leak, the hidden floor tells the story. Damaged sections are removed and the area dried.
Condensation and window mold
Cooking steam without a working range hood can condense on cold windows and exterior walls, leading to growth on sills and drywall. We remove it and talk through ventilation.
A large area of mold
When growth covers a large area, roughly the size EPA guidance treats as larger, containment and the work plan get more involved. We size the containment to the job.
Mold on cabinet backs and particleboard
Porous cabinet parts with mold are removed. Solid wood or plywood that is only surface-affected can often be cleaned and kept.
What the restoration covers
- Inspection and moisture readingsWe look at the visible growth, check surrounding materials with a meter and find the moisture source.
- Fixing the moisture sourceEPA advises fixing the water problem first; otherwise the mold returns.
- HEPA air filtrationAir scrubbers with HEPA filters run during the work, often with negative pressure on the containment.
- Removing affected porous materialsMoldy drywall, insulation, particleboard and other porous materials are cut out and bagged.
- Cleaning what staysFraming, plywood and other solid surfaces are HEPA-vacuumed and cleaned.
- Final cleaningThe containment area is HEPA-vacuumed and wiped down before the plastic comes down.
- RebuildNew cabinet panels, drywall, insulation and finishes go back in.
How we dry, clean and rebuild
Replacement panels and drywallMaterials to rebuild the area after remediation.
HEPA air scrubbersAir filtration machines that capture fine particles during removal.
Containment sheetingPlastic barriers, zip doors and tape that isolate the work area.
Moisture metersTools to find wet materials and confirm they are dry before closing up.
HEPA vacuumsCleanup equipment that holds fine dust instead of blowing it around.
Before and after: kitchens near Bartlett
Problem
Fixed
DetailBartlett kitchen, 1980s two-story: kitchen mold remediation
The site: a 1980s two-story in Bartlett. The kitchen as it was: white cast-iron double sink and honey-oak cathedral raised-panel cabinets with worn finish near the handles, brass knobs. The reason for the call: a musty smell that wouldn't go away. After: the sink cabinet cleaned and dried, a new back panel and cabinet floor installed and the drain leak fixed. The job covered fixing the moisture source, removing affected porous materials, plus rebuild.
Before
AfterHanover Park kitchen, 1990s two-story colonial: kitchen mold remediation
The site: a 1990s two-story colonial near Ontarioville. Before: white double sink and white thermofoil cabinets peeling at the edges, oak trim. The main complaint was a swollen, spotted cabinet floor under the sink. After: the sink cabinet cleaned and dried, a new back panel and cabinet floor installed and the drain leak fixed. Work included removing affected porous materials, cleaning what stays, plus final cleaning.
Kitchen Mold Remediation in Hanover Park →
Before
AfterKitchen Mold Remediation in a 1980s two-story, Roselle
A 1980s two-story in Roselle, a typical kitchen for Roselle. The kitchen as it was: solid-surface integrated sink and golden-oak cabinets with oak soffits above. The main complaint was a musty smell that wouldn't go away. After: the sink cabinet cleaned and dried, a new back panel and cabinet floor installed and the drain leak fixed. The job covered fixing the moisture source, removing affected porous materials, plus cleaning what stays.
Kitchen Mold Remediation in Roselle →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Bartlett
Cabinets in warm taupe with satin brass pulls, warm walnut butcher block counters, a gray beveled subway tile backsplash, light beige 18x18 porcelain tile flooring and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Remodeling in Bartlett →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Bartlett
The same doors sprayed in creamy white uppers and navy lowers, new satin brass pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Bartlett →Step by step after damage
- InspectA visit to assess the growth, the moisture and the plan.
- Fix the moistureThe leak or condensation is repaired before removal begins.
- Contain and removeThe area is sealed, HEPA filtration runs and affected materials come out.
- Dry and rebuildOnce dry and clean, the kitchen is put back together.
Kitchen Mold Remediation questions from Bartlett homeowners
Can we stay home while you work?
Usually yes, with the work area sealed off. If anyone in the household prefers to be away during removal, we can schedule around that.
What causes mold under the kitchen sink?
Moisture: a leaking drain joint, supply line, disposal, dishwasher hose or a sweating cold pipe. Remove the moisture and the mold has nothing to grow on.
Will bleach kill mold under my sink?
On particleboard or drywall, bleach doesn't solve it. The affected material needs to come out and the leak needs fixing.
Can mold be removed without replacing my cabinets?
In most cases we replace a panel or one cabinet, not the kitchen.
Do I have to disclose mold remediation when selling in Illinois?
Illinois disclosure forms ask about certain known conditions, and mold-related questions may apply. Ask your real estate attorney, and keep our paperwork showing what was done.
Does kitchen mold remediation need a Bartlett building permit, and who files it?
Permits go through Building Division (Planning & Development Services), phone 630-540-5920. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Do I need a permit for kitchen mold remediation in Bartlett?
It depends on the scope. Bartlett's rule in short: Building permits are required for all construction and home improvement projects, whether done by homeowner or contractor; Remodel is a listed permit type. We handle the permit when one is needed with Building Division (Planning & Development Services).
Do you work in my part of Bartlett?
Yes. Our crews work across Bartlett — ZIP 60103, 60120 — and nearby Hanover Park, Carol Stream, Bloomingdale.
Working in Bartlett
- A lot of Bartlett kitchens date from the 1990s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Bartlett homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Building Division (Planning & Development Services) handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
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Other kitchen services in Bartlett
Kitchen Water Damage RestorationLeaks stopped, water extracted, cabinets and floors dried and rebuilt.
Kitchen Fire & Smoke RestorationSoot cleaned, smoke odor removed, burned cabinets and walls rebuilt.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.
Cabinet RefacingNew doors and fronts on your existing cabinet boxes.