Mold under the sink with no visible leak
No puddle doesn't mean no moisture. Slow seepage, sweating pipes or an old leak that was never dried can feed growth under a sink.
Serving 49 Chicago-area suburbs
Kitchen Mold Remediation in Chicago & the Suburbs
Mold under the sink, behind the dishwasher or inside a wall? We fix the moisture and remove the mold from Chicagoland kitchens.
- Serving the Chicago suburbs, from Naperville to Evanston
- Containment so the damage doesn't spread
- One team from cleanup to rebuild
Kitchen mold problems we take care of in Chicagoland
Mold in a kitchen almost always follows water: a slow drip under the sink, a dishwasher leak or condensation behind the fridge. In Chicagoland we find and fix that moisture first, then contain the area, remove the affected materials and clean what stays.
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.
Mold under the kitchen sink
Mold inside the sink cabinet is a symptom. We trace the water, cut out the affected cabinet bottom or back and check the wall behind it.
Condensation and window mold
Winter condensation in kitchens is common around here. Fixing ventilation keeps the growth from returning after cleanup.
Mold found during a remodel
Pulling out old cabinets often exposes mold on the wall or floor behind them. We contain the area and remove it before new materials go in.
Mold behind the refrigerator
Spots on the wall behind the refrigerator usually trace to the water line. We stop it and clean or replace the drywall.
Musty smell with no mold in sight
If the kitchen smells damp but every surface looks clean, the source is usually hidden. We check the likely spots first: sink base, behind appliances and the wall below a window.
What the restoration covers
- Inspection and moisture readingsFirst we map how far the moisture and growth reach and what caused them.
- ContainmentThe work area is sealed with plastic sheeting, and the rest of the kitchen and house is protected.
- HEPA air filtrationWe filter the air in the work area with HEPA equipment while materials are removed.
- Removing affected porous materialsMaterials mold has grown into are removed rather than cleaned.
- DryingWe confirm the materials are dry so growth doesn't restart.
- Final cleaningA detailed cleanup of the work area finishes the remediation.
- RebuildNew cabinet panels, drywall, insulation and finishes go back in.
Methods and equipment
HEPA vacuumsCleanup equipment that holds fine dust instead of blowing it around.
Mold-resistant materialsOptions that hold up better in a spot that has seen water.
HEPA air scrubbersFiltered air movement that keeps the work area under control.
Moisture metersTools to find wet materials and confirm they are dry before closing up.
Replacement panels and drywallNew cabinet bottoms, backs, drywall and insulation for what was removed.
Kitchen Mold Remediation across Chicagoland
The same job looks different in a 1920s bungalow, a 1970s split-level and a new subdivision. Here is what we plan for in different parts of the region.
Prewar towns
Mold in older Oak Park and Evanston kitchens
Older homes often have plaster walls, old plumbing and little ventilation in the kitchen. We deal with the mold and point out the moisture conditions behind it.
Condo and townhome towns
Mold from a neighbor's leak
Shared plumbing means shared problems. We remediate your kitchen and note where the moisture came from.
Arlington Heights, Schaumburg, Glendale Heights, Mount Prospect, Evanston, Woodridge
Damage and repair: before and after
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1980s two-story in Northbrook
The site: a 1980s two-story in Northbrook. What we started with: white double sink and white thermofoil cabinets peeling at the edges, oak trim. The main complaint was black spots on the back of the sink base. Finished kitchen: 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, HEPA air filtration, plus final cleaning.
Kitchen Mold Remediation in Northbrook →
Before
AfterA Roselle two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after
The site: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in 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. 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 containment, removing affected porous materials, plus drying.
Kitchen Mold Remediation in Roselle →
Before
AfterPark Ridge kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen mold remediation
The site: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Park Ridge. 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 main complaint was 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, drying, plus final cleaning.
Kitchen Mold Remediation in Park Ridge →Step by step after damage
- InspectA visit to assess the growth, the moisture and the plan.
- Fix the moistureThe source gets fixed first so the work lasts.
- Contain and removeContainment goes up, then moldy materials are removed and surfaces cleaned.
- Dry and rebuildOnce dry and clean, the kitchen is put back together.
Questions after damage
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?
It may make it look better for a while. Without fixing the moisture and removing porous material, it usually returns.
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 affects the cost of mold remediation?
The size of the area, where it is, how much has to be removed, containment needs and the rebuild. We give a written, itemized estimate after the inspection.
Do you need a license for mold remediation in Illinois?
There's no state mold license in Illinois. Ask any contractor how they contain, filter and remove, and we'll walk you through ours.
Which towns do you serve?
Chicago and 49 suburbs, from Naperville and Aurora to Evanston, Schaumburg and Orland Park. Pick your town below for local details and ZIP codes.
Kitchen Mold Remediation near you
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