Dishwasher leaks are deceptive — water often seeps silently under cabinets and beneath flooring for weeks before damage becomes visible. By the time a homeowner notices warped floors or a musty smell, significant subfloor and cabinet damage may already exist. Patriot Restoration's IICRC-certified team extracts standing water, dries saturated structures, and restores your kitchen to pre-loss condition.
Our Dishwasher Leak Cleanup Services Include
- Standing water extraction from kitchen floors
- Under-cabinet moisture mapping and drying
- Kitchen subfloor drying and moisture monitoring
- Cabinet base inspection and drying
- Hardwood and tile floor restoration
- Antimicrobial treatment for affected surfaces
- Mold inspection and prevention
- Insurance documentation and claim assistance
Frequently Asked Questions
Warning signs include soft, spongy, or warped flooring near the dishwasher, discoloration or bubbling of hardwood or laminate, a musty odor in the kitchen, or visible water under the appliance. We use moisture meters and thermal imaging to detect hidden water that is not visible to the naked eye.
Common causes include a failed door gasket, cracked spray arm, loose or damaged water supply connection, faulty water inlet valve, or an overloaded dishwasher that spills during the wash cycle. If your dishwasher is leaking, have a plumber inspect and repair the appliance before we restore the water damage.
Surface mopping doesn't address water that has penetrated cabinet bases, subfloor layers, and wall cavities. Without professional moisture mapping and drying equipment, hidden moisture causes mold to grow inside walls and beneath floors — a far more expensive problem to fix later.
Typically yes, if the leak was sudden and accidental. Slow, long-term leaks that were not reported promptly may face coverage issues. This is another reason to call us immediately — rapid professional response is both better for your home and better for your insurance claim.