Swollen cabinet bottoms and toe kicks
We pull toe kicks first so air can reach under the cabinets, then decide which boxes dry out and which panels need replacing.
Serving Roselle & nearby Bloomingdale, Hanover Park
Kitchen Water Damage Restoration in Roselle, IL
Dishwasher, sink or pipe leak in your Roselle kitchen? We stop the water, dry the structure and put the kitchen back together.
- Crews covering Roselle ZIP 60172
- We stop the cause first, then dry, clean and rebuild
- Photos and notes you can share with your insurer
Kitchen water damage we handle in Roselle
Kitchen leaks rarely stay where you can see them. Water from a dishwasher, sink or fridge line runs under cabinets, into the subfloor and down to the ceiling below. In Roselle we stop the source, pull out the water, dry the structure with measured readings and rebuild what can't be saved.
Wet drywall behind the cabinets
Water climbs drywall by wicking. We measure how high it went, cut out wet drywall and insulation where they won't dry in place and open the cavity for air.
Refrigerator ice maker line leak
Ice maker leaks hide behind the appliance. We move it out, find the wet boundary with a meter and dry or rebuild the floor.
Stain on the ceiling below the kitchen
When the ceiling below the dishwasher or sink shows a stain, water has reached the joist bay. We open it if needed and dry it out.
Water damage found during a remodel
Old leak damage behind cabinets is common. We fix it properly so the new kitchen isn't built over it.
Water under the kitchen sink
Wet cabinet floors under the sink usually come from a supply line, shutoff valve, drain slip joint or garbage disposal. We find the leak, fix it and dry or replace the swollen cabinet bottom.
Burst or split supply line
When a pressurized line bursts, water reaches the subfloor and wall cavity quickly. We remove what is saturated and dry what can be saved.
Dishwasher leaked across the floor
A failed door gasket, cracked drain hose or loose supply fitting can spread water under the whole run of base cabinets. We pull the dishwasher, extract the water and dry under the cabinets, not just in front of them.
From cleanup to rebuild
- Moisture mappingMoisture meters and a thermal camera show where water traveled in floors, walls and cabinets.
- Removing toe kicks and wet materialsMaterials that won't dry in place are removed so the structure behind them can.
- Moving appliancesThe dishwasher, fridge or range is pulled out when water has run under it.
- Drying equipmentAir movers and dehumidifiers are placed for the room and the wet materials and run until readings are normal.
- Daily readingsWe recheck moisture levels during drying and log them, which also helps with an insurance claim.
- Documentation for insurancePhotos, readings and a list of removed materials go into a file you can give your adjuster.
- RebuildWe restore the kitchen once everything is dry: walls, cabinets, floor and fixtures.
Methods and equipment
Moisture meters and thermal imagingPin and pinless meters plus an infrared camera to find wet areas you can't see.
Air moversHigh-velocity fans that move air across wet floors, walls and cabinet bases.
Cavity dryingDirected airflow into spaces under cabinets and inside walls.
DehumidifiersUnits that pull the evaporated water out of the air so materials keep drying.
Replacement cabinet panels and toe kicksPanel replacement for swollen parts when the rest of the cabinet is sound.
Kitchen Water Damage Restoration before and after — Roselle homes
Problem
Fixed
DetailA Roselle 1980s two-story: before and after
The site: a 1980s two-story in Roselle. Before: 12-inch beige ceramic tile and golden-oak cabinets with oak soffits above. What bothered the owners most: boards that cupped after a dishwasher leak. The result: the kitchen dried out with meters confirming it, new flooring laid and new toe kicks and cabinet bottoms fitted. The job covered moving appliances, daily readings, plus rebuild.
Before
AfterA Bloomingdale 1990s two-story colonial: before and after
The site: a 1990s two-story colonial near Old Town Bloomingdale. The kitchen as it was: oak parquet and white thermofoil cabinets peeling at the edges, oak trim. The reason for the call: boards that cupped after a dishwasher leak. After: the kitchen dried out with meters confirming it, new flooring laid and new toe kicks and cabinet bottoms fitted. The job covered daily readings, documentation for insurance, plus rebuild.
Kitchen Water Damage Restoration in Bloomingdale →
Before
AfterA Roselle raised ranch: before and after
What changed: cabinets in light greige with brushed nickel bar pulls, light marble-look quartz counters, a terracotta-look square tile backsplash, black-and-white checkerboard tile flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Roselle →
Before
AfterKitchen Cabinet Painting in a 1970s tract home, Roselle
What changed: the same doors sprayed in deep navy, new satin brass pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Roselle →What happens after you call
- Call and shut off the waterTurn off the water, keep away from wet outlets and call; we'll give you an arrival time.
- Assess and extractOn the first visit we measure, photograph and extract.
- Dry and monitorEquipment runs while we check readings until materials reach normal levels, often several days.
- Repair and rebuildWe rebuild what was removed and reconnect appliances.
Kitchen Water Damage Restoration questions from Roselle homeowners
How long does kitchen water damage restoration take?
Plan on days for drying and more time if cabinets or flooring need replacing. We give you a schedule once we've measured.
Why is there water under my kitchen sink?
It is often a drain slip nut, supply hose or disposal seal. We check each, then dry and repair the cabinet.
When should I call a water damage company?
Call when you can't see where the water went. Meters find it; towels don't.
Do you replace the flooring too?
Yes. After drying we replace damaged flooring and subfloor, and we can match or replace the whole floor if a patch won't blend.
Can my cabinets be saved after a leak?
Often, yes. Plywood boxes usually dry well. Swollen particleboard bottoms or toe kicks may be replaced while the rest stays.
What is the Roselle building department phone number?
Permits go through Development & Engineering Services (Building & Zoning), phone 630-671-2821. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Do I need a permit for kitchen water damage restoration in Roselle?
It depends on the scope. Roselle's rule in short: Permit required for projects including bathroom and kitchen remodeling, electrical and plumbing work; also water heater, roof, HVAC. We handle the permit when one is needed with Development & Engineering Services (Building & Zoning).
Do you work in my part of Roselle?
Yes. Our crews work across Roselle — ZIP 60172 — and nearby Bloomingdale, Hanover Park, Schaumburg.
Working in Roselle
- A lot of Roselle kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Roselle homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Development & Engineering Services (Building & Zoning) handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60172
Kitchen Water Damage Restoration nearby
Other kitchen services in Roselle
Kitchen Mold RemediationMoisture source fixed, mold contained and removed, kitchen rebuilt.
Kitchen Subfloor RepairSoft spots, rot and squeaks fixed at the structure under the floor.
Kitchen Cabinet & Drawer RepairHinges, drawer slides and water-damaged sink bases fixed.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.