Is it necessary to replace drywall after water damage has occurred?

Water damage can be a major reason for Drywall Houston Tx Replacement in Homes. While drywall is practical and inexpensive, its resistance to water damage is not one of its strengths.

Drywall can be preserved after water damage in certain cases. In most cases, however, it is best to replace the drywall. The good thing about drywall, it's not a load-bearing substance and can be easily removed and reinstalled by qualified professionals without any consequences to the structure. Here are some examples.

Minor incident. A brief amount of water exposure, such as splashes from a spilled appliance or other temporary incidents, is usually superficial and does not affect the drywall. For thorough drying, apply absorbent towels immediately to the wet area.

Continued heavy soaking. Gypsum in drywall can become saturated if there is prolonged water exposure. The material will typically deform--sagging. bulging. or collapsing. Even after intensive drying, drywall rarely returns to its original form. After drying, the gypsum core begins to lose its solidity and crumbles. These situations require professional water damage remediation.

Mold contaminating. Drywall exposed to water can initially appear unaffected. However, the consequences may not be apparent immediately and replacement may be required. Mold growth can happen from moistness exposure. This usually manifests as dark spotting on the wall's exterior or blotches. It is possible to eliminate mold growth by treating the surface with biocides. Unfortunately, once mold has penetrated the porous Gypsum material below the surface, replacement of any or all affected panels is often the best and most practical option.

 

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