Cabinet Removal, Reset & Replacement in Orange County, CA
Water losses, layout changes, or age can force cabinet removal. Success requires more than unscrewing boxes—it means protecting finishes, verifying substrate flatness and moisture, reinstalling level and plumb, and coordinating counters, plumbing, and appliances. White Glove Plumbing & Restoration delivers turnkey cabinet removal, reset & replacement for kitchens, baths, laundry, and commercial suites—under one accountable PM.
✓ Zero-damage demo: Protect floors, walls, and counters.
✓ Level & plumb installs: Straight reveals, tight scribe lines.
✓ Moisture verified: Substrates tested and corrected before reset.
✓ Finish-ready handoff: Doors adjusted, hardware set, touch-ups done.
✓ Zero-damage demo
✓ Level & plumb installs
✓ Moisture verified
✓ Finish-ready handoff
What Is Cabinet Removal, Reset & Replacement?
A coordinated service that carefully removes existing cabinets (or damaged sections), addresses substrate and moisture conditions, and resets or replaces with proper shimming, fastening, and alignment.
We manage counters, plumbing/electrical, and finishing so doors swing cleanly, reveals line up, and the room looks factory-built.
Why Choose White Glove Plumbing
Cause-to-cure continuity: If cabinets were damaged by a leak, our team handles plumbing repair, dry-down, carpentry, and reinstall—no hand-offs.
Precision installs: Level/plumb boxes, correct fasteners into studs, scribe to walls/floors, and verify clearances for appliances and doors.
Counter & plumbing coordination: Template scheduling, sink/faucet resets, and backsplash alignment—done in the right order.
Insurance fluent: Clean separation of like-kind claim scope and owner upgrades (styles, finishes, hardware).
Immediate Actions (What to Do Now)
Save any mitigation photos/moisture logs—they guide rebuild scope and insurance.
Decide reuse vs. replace (boxes/doors/hardware) and note appliance clearances.
Avoid DIY removal—unplanned demo can crack counters and damage walls.
Call our 24/7 dispatcher for a cabinet assessment & selections review.
Common Scenarios We Handle
Water-damaged toe-kicks/boxes from sink/dishwasher/icemaker leaks
Partial runs salvaged while replacing damaged sections
Full kitchen/bath refresh with new doors, boxes, or refacing
Layout tweaks to fit new appliances or add pull-outs/tall pantry
Insurance rebuilds where you want to upgrade style/finish/hardware
Commercial suites needing durable laminate/thermofoil with ADA clearances
Assessment, Selections & Plan
Confirm scope (reuse vs. replace), door style/finish, hardware, and appliance dimensions. Review mitigation logs and create a room-by-room plan.
Protection & Careful Removal
Soft containment, floor/wall protection; disconnect plumbing/electrical where needed; controlled demo to avoid drywall and counter damage; label and store salvageable parts.
Substrate & Utilities Prep
Verify moisture to local baseline; correct walls/floors for flatness and studs for anchoring; relocate or add water, drain, electrical, and vent as needed.
Set Boxes Level & Plumb
Establish level reference line; shim and fasten into studs; align reveals and scribe to walls/floors; ensure appliance openings and clearances are true.
Counters, Plumbing & Trim
Coordinate template and set of counters; install sinks/faucets/disposals; set backsplash; hang doors/drawers; install pulls/handles; adjust hinges for even gaps.
Punch, Clean & Close-Out
Touch up paint/caulk, align doors, verify operations; detail clean; deliver close-out packet (SKUs, care/warranty, photos).
What’s Included
Site protection & careful cabinet removal (labeling/salvage as scoped)
Moisture/flatness verification & wall/floor corrections
Cabinet reset or replacement (level, plumb, shim, fasten into studs)
Countertop coordination & plumbing/electrical hook-ups
Doors/drawers/hardware install & adjustments with scribe/trim
Finish & documentation (touch-ups, photos, SKUs, care/warranty)
Costs & Timelines (What to Expect)
Typical duration:
Partial run reset or box swap: 1–2 days (plus counter lead time if replaced).
Full kitchen remove/reset with counters: 3–5+ days on-site, with counters typically 3–10 business days after template.Cost drivers: Replace vs. reset, cabinet line/finish, hardware package, wall/floor corrections, plumbing/electrical changes, counter material, and backsplash scope.
Budget clarity: Line-item estimate separating claim items (like-kind) from owner upgrades (door style, soft-close, organizers).
Insurance & Claims Help
Carrier-ready docs: Mitigation photos/logs, room-by-room scope, like-kind comparables for damaged runs.
Supplements: Hidden wall/subfloor issues discovered behind boxes documented with photos and readings.
Clean paperwork: Upgrades (cabinet line, hardware, organizers) tracked as owner-paid items. (Coverage varies by policy; not financial advice.)
Risks of Waiting (Why Act Now)
Ongoing odor/warp in wet boxes and toe-kicks.
Out-of-level bases telegraph into counters and tile lines.
Appliance misfit (dishwasher clearance, range gaps) causing damage.
Escalating costs as finishes and adjacent surfaces deform.
Methods, Materials & Quality Standards
Dry-first doctrine: Install after moisture meets local baseline; verify flatness/planarity.
Fastening: Into studs with appropriate screws; ledger use for uppers; no reliance on drywall only.
Level & scribe: Continuous level line, shimmed bases, tight scribes at walls/floors, and plumb end panels.
Hardware: Soft-close hinges/glides set per spec; pulls centered and aligned; anti-tip brackets for ranges where required.
Counters & sinks: Accurate template, sink rail support, sealed penetrations, movement joints; plumbing tested for leaks.
Site controls: Soft containment, HEPA dust capture, low-odor products, and clean egress in occupied homes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you save some cabinets and replace only the damaged ones?
Often yes—if the line is still available and finish match is acceptable. We’ll present options (partial run vs. full).
Do counters have to come off to change base cabinets?
Usually yes. We’ll assess risks and sequence a safe removal/reset or replacement with new tops.
Can we switch to soft-close hardware?
Absolutely—priced as an owner upgrade if not covered like-kind.
Will you adjust doors/drawers after installation settles?
Yes—final adjustments are part of our punch and close-out.
Do you handle plumbing and electrical for sinks/appliances?
Yes—valves, traps, supplies, outlets, and venting are coordinated and tested.
Can you coordinate paint and backsplash too?
Yes—full finish coordination (backsplash, paint, caulk) is included where scoped.
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Address: 1430 E Borchard Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92705
Phone: (949) 209-5206
Email: office@whitegloveplumbingca.com
White Glove Plumbing is locally based in Santa Ana and serves residential and commercial clients across Orange County with 24/7 emergency plumbing and water-damage restoration.
Our expert team handles leak detection, emergency plumbing, water extraction/dry-out, sewage cleanup, mold remediation, and reconstruction in top OC areas including Irvine, Anaheim, Santa Ana, Orange, Tustin, Costa Mesa, Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, Mission Viejo, Lake Forest, Fullerton, Yorba Linda, Laguna Beach, Dana Point, and San Clemente - plus surrounding neighborhoods.
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