Condensation and window mold
Winter condensation in kitchens is common around here. Fixing ventilation keeps the growth from returning after cleanup.
Serving Glen Ellyn & nearby Wheaton, Lombard
Kitchen Mold Remediation in Glen Ellyn, IL
Mold under the sink, behind the dishwasher or inside a wall? We fix the moisture and remove the mold from Glen Ellyn kitchens.
- Serving Glen Ellyn ZIP 60137
- Containment so the damage doesn't spread
- One team from cleanup to rebuild
Kitchen mold problems we take care of in Glen Ellyn
Kitchen mold usually sits where you don't look: the back panel of the sink base, the wall behind the dishwasher, the subfloor under the fridge. We open those spots in Glen Ellyn homes, remove the mold the way industry guidance describes and rebuild the cabinet or wall.
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 behind the refrigerator
The space behind a fridge gets little air. A small leak there can lead to mold on drywall and flooring we remove and replace.
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
We remove mold-affected particleboard and match new panels to the cabinet where we can.
Mold inside a wall after a leak
When a pipe in the kitchen wall has leaked, mold may be on the back of the drywall and the studs. We contain the area, open the wall and remove the affected material.
Mold behind or under the dishwasher
A leaking door seal or drain hose can keep the floor and wall behind the dishwasher damp for months. We pull the unit and check the subfloor, side panels and drywall.
Musty smell with no mold in sight
Odor is often the first sign. We find the wet area and open it only where needed.
What we handle after the damage
- Inspection and moisture readingsFirst we map how far the moisture and growth reach and what caused them.
- Fixing the moisture sourceThe leak, drip or condensation problem is repaired, or we tell you who needs to fix it first.
- ContainmentWe isolate the affected area so spores and dust stay inside it.
- HEPA air filtrationWe filter the air in the work area with HEPA equipment while materials are removed.
- Removing affected porous materialsMoldy drywall, insulation, particleboard and other porous materials are cut out and bagged.
- 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.
Tools of the job
Moisture metersTools to find wet materials and confirm they are dry before closing up.
Containment sheetingPlastic barriers, zip doors and tape that isolate the work area.
Replacement panels and drywallMaterials to rebuild the area after remediation.
HEPA vacuumsCleanup equipment that holds fine dust instead of blowing it around.
HEPA air scrubbersFiltered air movement that keeps the work area under control.
Kitchens like yours in Glen Ellyn: before and after
Problem
Fixed
DetailGlen Ellyn kitchen, 1990s two-story colonial: kitchen mold remediation
The site: a 1990s two-story colonial in Glen Ellyn. What we started with: solid-surface integrated sink and golden-oak cabinets with oak soffits above. What bothered the owners most: mold under the kitchen sink. The result: the sink cabinet cleaned and dried, a new back panel and cabinet floor installed and the drain leak fixed. On site this meant inspection and moisture readings, fixing the moisture source, plus removing affected porous materials.
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1990s two-story colonial in Lombard
The site: a 1990s two-story colonial in Lombard. Before: white cast-iron double sink and honey-oak cathedral raised-panel cabinets with worn finish near the handles, brass knobs. What bothered the owners most: mold under the kitchen sink. The result: the sink cabinet cleaned and dried, a new back panel and cabinet floor installed and the drain leak fixed. The job covered inspection and moisture readings, removing affected porous materials, plus final cleaning.
Kitchen Mold Remediation in Lombard →
Before
AfterKitchen Mold Remediation in a 1990s two-story colonial, Villa Park
The site: a 1990s two-story colonial in Villa Park. Before: white double sink and white thermofoil cabinets peeling at the edges, oak trim. What bothered the owners most: black spots on the back of the sink base. The result: the sink cabinet cleaned and dried, a new back panel and cabinet floor installed and the drain leak fixed. The job covered inspection and moisture readings, fixing the moisture source, plus final cleaning.
Kitchen Mold Remediation in Villa Park →
Before
AfterA Glen Ellyn postwar Cape Cod: before and after
What changed: cabinets in light butter yellow with polished nickel pulls, black honed granite counters, a gray beveled subway tile backsplash, light oak hardwood flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Glen Ellyn →
Before
AfterA Glen Ellyn 1960s ranch: before and after
Finished: the same doors sprayed in creamy white uppers and navy lowers, new brushed nickel bar pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Glen Ellyn →How restoration goes
- InspectWe look at the mold, find the moisture source and measure how far it reaches.
- Fix the moistureThe leak or condensation is repaired before removal begins.
- Contain and removeContainment goes up, then moldy materials are removed and surfaces cleaned.
- Dry and rebuildWe confirm dryness, clean up and restore the cabinet, wall or floor.
Kitchen Mold Remediation questions from Glen Ellyn homeowners
Do I need mold testing before remediation?
Testing is a choice, not a requirement in most kitchen cases. When owners want it, we suggest a separate, independent company so the results stand on their own.
Can I clean small mold spots myself?
EPA guidance says many small areas can be handled by a homeowner, and larger areas, roughly over 10 square feet, are better left to professionals. Either way, fix the moisture.
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 we stay home while you work?
Most owners stay. Containment and HEPA filtration keep the work separate, and we tell you when the kitchen is usable again.
What affects the cost of mold remediation?
A small sink-base job and a full wall cavity are very different. The scope, containment and repairs drive the price, and you get it in writing.
Do you work in my part of Glen Ellyn?
Yes. Our crews work across Glen Ellyn — ZIP 60137 — and nearby Wheaton, Lombard, Glendale Heights.
Working in Glen Ellyn
- A lot of Glen Ellyn kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Glen Ellyn homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- Older paint is treated with lead-safe practices: containment, HEPA cleanup and a clean hand-over.
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Other kitchen services in Glen Ellyn
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.