Storm seepage and plumbing leaks soak basements. We extract the standing water, set up dehumidifiers and air movers, and take moisture readings every day until the floors and framing test dry.
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Mold Remediation in Wichita, KS
Basement seepage, high humidity, or a slow tub drain leak can feed mold. Our crew handles mold remediation in Wichita, KS, finds the moisture behind it, and dries the space out. Call any time, day or night.
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Mold in Wichita homes
On June 25, 2026, Wichita recorded 5.31 inches of rain, a record for the date, and many basements took on water. Mold from storms like that often turns up weeks later behind paneling and under carpet that was never fully dried.
Older homes often have brick or block foundations. Old clay drain tile around them has often cracked or clogged. When that drainage fails, water that should be carried away soaks the soil against the basement wall.
Kansas summers are humid, and basements stay cool and damp. Wherever humid air meets cool foundation walls or ductwork, moisture condenses and mold can grow, even without a flood.
Homeowners, property managers, and business owners across Sedgwick, Butler, Harvey, Sumner, Reno, and Cowley counties call us about mold all year round.
Call Now (480) 599-2734Mold remediation at a glance
What’s included
Getting storm water and failed drainage under control, sealing off the basement, removing moldy finishes, HEPA cleaning, drying, and rebuilding.
Typical timeline
Most single-room jobs take a day or two, and a whole lower level soaked by a Kansas downpour takes about a week.
How cost is set
How much of the basement is affected, the water source, what comes out, and the rebuild.
First visit
Call (480) 599-2734A free inspection and estimate before any work starts.
Found mold?
What to do when you find mold
Finding mold is stressful, but you have time to do this right. Acting in the first day or two keeps it from spreading.
Not sure how big the problem is? Call and talk it through with our crew.
Call (480) 599-2734What to do
Look for the water
Check above and around the mold for a drip, a damp spot, or a stain. Stopping the water stops the mold from growing.
Bring the humidity down
Run the air conditioning or a dehumidifier. The EPA recommends keeping indoor humidity below 60%, ideally between 30% and 50%.
Take photos
Photograph the mold and any water damage before anything is cleaned. Your insurance company may ask for them.
Clean small spots the right way
For a patch under about 10 square feet, the EPA says you can usually clean it yourself with detergent and water. Wear gloves, eye protection, and a mask.
Keep sensitive people away
Anyone with asthma, allergies, or a weak immune system should stay out of the area until the mold is gone.
What not to do
Don’t scrub or sand it dry
Dry mold sends spores into the air and through the house. Keep the surface damp while you clean it, or leave it for a pro.
Don’t bleach it and paint over it
Bleach can whiten the surface, but on drywall and wood it doesn’t reach the mold growing inside. Paint over mold peels, and the mold keeps growing underneath.
Don’t point fans at it
Fans blowing across mold carry the spores into other rooms.
Don’t run the heat or air if the mold is in the ducts
The system will blow spores through the whole house. Leave it off until it’s been checked.
Don’t buy a test kit first
If you can see mold, the EPA says testing usually isn’t needed. Spend the money on finding the leak.
Where mold hides
Where we find mold in Wichita homes
In Wichita, mold usually traces back to storm water, aging foundation drainage, or basement humidity.
Brick and Block Foundations
Older foundations let water through mortar joints when the soil outside is saturated.
Attics Under Slow Roof Leaks
Roofs bruised in spring hailstorms can let rain seep into the attic insulation over a Wichita ranch for a season or two.
Basement Bathrooms
Steam lingers in Wichita lower-level bathrooms without good fans.
Ducts in Damp Basements
Cool ductwork sweats in humid basements and can grow mold.
Heavy Storm Rain
Record downpours overwhelm drainage and push water into basements.
Old Clay Drain Tile
Cracked or clogged perimeter drains stop carrying water away from the foundation.
How we remove mold
How we remove mold
In Wichita basements, mold returns unless the water around the foundation is handled. We start by finding where it’s coming in.
We seal off the lower level. Plastic barriers and HEPA air scrubbers keep spores from rising up the stairs or into the furnace ducts.
We take out what mold has grown into. Paneling, rec room drywall, carpet, and insulation come out, and brick, block, and framing are cleaned and treated.
We dry and rebuild. Readings must match a dry room before new finishes go in, and we can point out downspout and drainage fixes.
What the signs usually mean
An earthy smell in the basement after a big storm
What it usually meansStorm water that seeped in and wasn’t fully dried
What to doHave the walls and carpet checked.
White fuzz on basement floor joists
What it usually meansHumid air condensing on cool framing
What to doRun a dehumidifier and have the joists cleaned.
White crust on foundation walls
What it usually meansWater moving through the wall and leaving minerals
What to doHave the drainage around the house checked.
Mildew behind basement paneling
What it usually meansMoisture trapped between the paneling and the wall
What to doHave the paneling removed and the wall checked.
A ceiling stain after a hailstorm
What it usually meansA slow roof leak into the attic
What to doHave the roof and attic checked.
A stale basement odor in a Wichita home with nothing visible
What it usually meansGrowth behind rec room paneling, under carpet, or near old drain tile
What to doBook an inspection so we can take moisture readings behind the finishes.
What can be saved
What can be cleaned and what gets replaced
For Wichita homes, from Delano bungalows to Andover builds, what we keep depends on the material, how long water sat, and how far growth crept. The inspection confirms each item.
Concrete, brick, tile, and glass
Usually cleanedPoured basement floors, old brick foundation walls, and glass block windows clean up well once treated.
Floor joists and studs
Usually cleanedFloor joists and studs in Riverside and College Hill basements with surface growth can be scrubbed, treated, and kept.
Basement paneling
Depends on how deep it goesWood paneling set against a damp brick or block wall usually comes off so the wall can dry and be treated.
Basement drywall
Depends on how deep it goesLower-level drywall that wicked up water after the June 2026 storm is cut out above the stain line.
Hardwood floors upstairs
Depends on how deep it goesMain-floor oak in older Wichita homes rarely needs more than cleaning unless moisture came up from the basement.
Basement carpet
Depends on how deep it goesRec room carpet that stayed wet after a storm and grew mold on its backing is replaced.
Furniture and stored items
Depends on how deep it goesSolid furniture usually cleans. Holiday decorations in cardboard and stored clothing with growth often can’t be saved.
Photos and documents
Depends on how deep it goesPhotos and papers stored in a damp Wichita basement can sometimes be restored by a document specialist if they’re moved upstairs quickly.
Insulation
Usually removedFiberglass batts tucked behind basement paneling or packed into the attic can’t be cleaned once mold grows in them, so they’re swapped for new.
Carpet pad
Usually removedPad with growth is replaced.
Drop-ceiling tiles
Usually removedAcoustic ceiling tiles in a basement rec room that grew mold are thrown out.
Do You Need a Mold Test?
Usually not. When the mold is visible and the source is clear, like storm water or a drainage problem, testing seldom changes the plan. It helps more when you smell mold but can’t find it, or when a buyer, landlord, or base housing office needs documentation.
When testing helps, we’ll explain sampling and can coordinate an outside tester for a sale or a base housing office.
Stop the water behind the mold
Other restoration services we offer in Wichita
Every job starts with a free inspection and estimate. Here’s how the 24 Hour Flood Pros team helps with each type of damage.
A furnace or dryer fire in a Wichita basement fills the house with soot. Soot is acidic and keeps staining surfaces, so cleanup starts early. We remove soot, treat odor at the source, clean what can be saved, and rebuild what can’t.
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Hail, wind, and tornadoes damage roofs across the area. We dry the structure, remove damaged materials, and repair the ceilings and walls inside.
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Mold in Old Town businesses, offices, or aviation suppliers needs careful planning. We extract, dry, and clean on a plan built around reopening, and we document each step for your carrier.
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When you’re ready to rebuild, the same crew puts it back together, from drywall to cabinets to the final coat of paint, so there’s no second contractor to hire.
More about ReconstructionDealing with one of these?
Call (480) 599-2734Call and talk to our crew about what happened. The call is free, and so is the inspection.
Our process
What happens after you call
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You call, we send a crew
Call (480) 599-2734 any time, day or night, including weekends and holidays. Tell us what you’re seeing or smelling, and where. We’ll send a crew right away.
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We inspect and find the source
The 24 Hour Flood Pros team looks for the moisture feeding the mold. We use moisture meters to find water hiding inside walls, under floors, and in the crawlspace. We take photos for your insurance. The inspection is free.
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We close off the area
We seal the work area with plastic and set up HEPA air scrubbers, so spores don’t spread to clean rooms. The heat and air stay off in that area while we work.
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We stop the moisture
We dry out the water and show you what’s causing it. If a plumber, a roofer, or an HVAC tech needs to fix a leak, we tell you before we go further.
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We remove moldy materials
Drywall, insulation, and carpet pad with mold growing in them are cut out, bagged, and carried out. That way we only remove what really needs it.
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We clean and dry what stays
Framing, subfloor, and other solid surfaces are HEPA-vacuumed, cleaned, and treated. Then we dry them until they read close to a dry room elsewhere in the house.
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We make the repairs
When you’re ready, the 24 Hour Flood Pros team fixes the damage. We replace drywall, install cabinets, and finish with fresh paint. Our goal is to make your home look the way it did before.
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Final check with you
Before we take the plastic down, we check the area for any mold or dust left behind. Then we walk through it with you and send the final records to your insurance company to close out the claim.
Basement still musty after the big rain?
Call (480) 599-2734Storm water that wasn’t fully dried often feeds hidden mold. Call us for a free inspection.
Insurance and claims
Mold remediation and your insurance claim
Sometimes. Many homeowners policies cover mold when it comes from a sudden, covered water event, like a burst pipe or a water heater that gives out. Mold from a slow leak or ongoing humidity is often excluded, and some policies cap mold coverage at a set amount.
Your policy decides what’s covered, not us. We work with all major insurance carriers, including State Farm, Allstate, Liberty Mutual, Farmers, American Family, Travelers, and Nationwide, and we keep the paperwork clear enough that your claim doesn’t stall.
Report it soon after you find it. Waiting can make it harder to show the mold came from a sudden event.
If a claim stalls, you can file a complaint with the Kansas Insurance Department.
What your adjuster will ask for
- When you first noticed the mold or the smell
- What caused the moisture, and when it started
- Photos of the mold and any water damage
- Receipts for any work already done on the leak
What we send them
- Date-stamped photos of each affected area
- Moisture readings showing where the water is
- A line-by-line estimate for removal and rebuild
- One point of contact for your adjuster
Where we work
Areas we serve around Wichita
We serve Wichita and communities across south-central Kansas.
Counties
- Sedgwick County
- Butler County
- Harvey County
- Sumner County
- Reno County
- Cowley County
Nearby cities
- Derby
- Andover
- Haysville
- Park City
- Valley Center
- Goddard
- Augusta
- El Dorado
- Newton
- Hutchinson
- Wellington
- Winfield
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Wichita mold remediation FAQs
How fast can 24 Hour Flood Pros get to me?
A crew can be there within 45 minutes. We work 24/7, including nights, weekends, and holidays, so you can call the moment you find mold or a leak.
Is black mold dangerous?
Any mold growing indoors should be removed, whatever its color. The CDC’s advice is that you don’t need to know the type of mold to deal with it. Mold can trigger allergies and asthma, so people with breathing problems or weak immune systems should stay away from it.
Can I clean mold myself?
For a small area, yes. The EPA says a patch under about 10 square feet, roughly 3 feet by 3 feet, can usually be cleaned with detergent and water while you wear gloves, eye protection, and a mask. Call a professional for anything larger, mold in the heating and air system, mold after sewage or flood water, or mold that keeps coming back.
Do I need a mold test before remediation?
Usually not if you can see the mold. Testing is most useful when you smell mold but can’t find it, or to confirm the cleanup worked.
Will the mold come back after remediation?
Not if the moisture is fixed. Mold comes back when the leak, the drainage problem, or the humidity is still there. That’s why every job starts with finding the source, and why we dry everything before the walls are closed.
Do I need to leave my home during mold remediation?
Usually not. We seal off the work area and filter the air, so most people stay home. For large jobs, or if someone in the house has breathing problems, we’ll tell you in advance if staying somewhere else makes sense.
How much does mold remediation cost in Wichita?
It depends on how big the area is, what has to be removed, how hard it is to reach, and what it takes to stop the moisture. A bathroom wall costs far less than a whole crawlspace or attic. The inspection and estimate are free, so you know the cost before any work starts.
How long does mold remediation take?
A small area can take a few days. Crawlspaces, attics, and rooms that need rebuilding take longer. Your estimate includes a schedule.
Does Kansas require a license for mold remediation?
Kansas doesn’t issue a specific state license for mold remediation, so it’s worth checking a company’s training and certifications before you hire it. 24 Hour Flood Pros is an IICRC Certified Firm, #70120685.
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