Mold Removal in Kitchen in Ventura, CA
When a hidden leak from an aging supply line behind kitchen cabinets went unnoticed, mold quietly colonized drywall, lower cabinets, and subflooring. Our IICRC-certified remediation team arrived within hours for Mold Removal in Kitchen in Ventura, quickly containing the workspace and removing all affected materials. Over the next four days, we cleared mold-damaged drywall, cabinets, and flooring, then deployed professional drying equipment to prepare the space for your new kitchen.
The Leak & Detection
- Hidden Source: A pinhole in the copper supply line behind the base cabinets released moisture into the wall cavity.
- Extent of Mold: Black and green patches covered 50 sq ft of drywall, cabinet interiors, and underlayment.
- Health Risk: Left untreated, mold spores can aggravate allergies and compromise indoor air quality.
- Key Point: Early detection and containment limit mold spread and reduce demolition scope.
Our Remediation Process
- Containment Setup: Installed 6-mil plastic barriers with zipper doors and operated HEPA air scrubbers to isolate the kitchen from the rest of the home.
- Cabinet Removal: Carefully uninstalled lower and upper cabinets, packing them out for off-site cleaning or salvage.
- Selective Demolition: Removed all mold-damaged drywall, subfloor, and flooring up to two inches above the highest visible mold line.
- Antimicrobial Treatment: Applied EPA-registered antimicrobial agents to exposed studs, joists, and subfloor to neutralize residual spores.
- Drying & Dehumidification: Deployed industrial dehumidifiers and axial air movers—running 24/7 for two days—to reduce moisture below 15%.
- Clearance Verification: Performed post-remediation air sampling and moisture readings to ensure mold levels met industry clearance standards.
Project Snapshot
- Total duration: 4 days (1 day setup & demo + 3 days drying & testing)
- Work area: ~50 sq ft of wall and subfloor, plus 12 linear feet of cabinets
- Containment zone: Single-room barrier with HEPA filtration
- Clearance: 99% reduction in airborne spores, moisture <12%
Prevention Tips for Kitchen Mold
- Inspect plumbing lines: Have a plumber check supply and drain lines annually.
- Seal cabinet backs: Use water-resistant drywall or cement board behind cabinets.
- Maintain ventilation: Run exhaust fans during cooking and for 20 minutes afterward.
- Monitor under-sink area: Place a moisture alarm in the base cabinet to catch leaks early.
- Control humidity: Keep indoor levels below 50% using a dehumidifier if needed.
Conclusion & Call to Action
Don’t let hidden mold derail your kitchen remodel or pose health risks. For expert Mold Removal in Kitchen in Ventura, CA, call JW Home Care. Our IICRC-certified team handles containment, demolition, and drying—coordinating seamlessly with your contractor or insurance. Curious how we handled a burst attic pipe? Read our Busted Pipe in the Attic in Thousand Oaks, CA case study to see our rapid-response mitigation in action.
