Water Damaged Drywall Repair
Water-damaged drywall is an unpleasant eyesore that can lead to serious health and safety issues later on. It is important to be equipped with the knowledge to spot water damage in your home and know whom to turn to the moment you see the issue. Here in Surrey, the community and surrounding area is no stranger to rain, so Deluxe Drywall is here to help if water damage creeps inside.
There are many different signs to look for when you think there is water damage in your home. Some can appear quickly or slowly over time, all of which have other signs of damage. Look for these water damage signs when trying to detect water damage in your home:
Water Stains or Spots on the Ceilings or Walls:
Sometimes the most obvious signs of water damage are the stains or discolouration on your ceilings or walls. You have a leaky pipe from a sink, upstairs shower, or roof. It's not uncommon for the water to run along your home's beams or pipes before dropping onto your ceiling. You may notice brown or darker-coloured spots.
Soft to the touch:
Softened drywall is the most missed sign of wall water damage. If your drywall is soft to the touch, this type of water damage indicates the backside of the drywall is wet, often with the exterior appearing normal. A good way to test the moisture level in your drywall is to use a non-penetrating moisture meter or poke the drywall using a screwdriver.
Peeling or Bubbling Paint:
Water can collect behind the paint. As it pools and stretches, a bubble may appear between the drywall and paint or cause the paint to fleck and peel. Finding this type of water damage can simply be done through a visual inspection, but it doesn't indicate how much water and damaged drywall are found.
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By contacting Deluxe Drywall, we have the equipment and tools necessary to remove the water bubbles and mitigate any related damage when draining the water bubbling your paint.
Ripples or Warped in the Wall:
Similar to peeling or bubbling paint, a visual inspection can be done to determine if ripples or warping is drywall water damage. Ripples or warping typically begin at the top or bottom of the wall and continue through the rest of the sheet.
This is often accompanied by one or more of the above water damage signs.
Several issues, including flooding, broken pipes, and sewage backups, can cause water accumulation or infiltration. It is essential to identify and address all of these issues as soon as possible. Contact the experts at Deluxe Drywall if you see any signs of drywall water damage in your home. We can assess your risk for mould, rot, and other problems associated with extensive water damage.
Reasons why you shouldn't wait to get water-damaged drywall restored:
Once a leak or the source of the water damage has been fixed, it's time to call in a drywall installation or drywall repair professional serving the Surrey, British Columbia, area. If your home has damaged drywall, the damage can become permanent if you wait too long.
Leaks coming in from outside your home - Leaks in your foundation
Pressure or heavy precipitation causing the over-saturation of soil can create cracks in your home's foundation, introducing water in areas such as your basement. Similar to the signs of drywall water damage, signs of a foundation water leak can be watermarks on your carpet or another flooring close to the wall or rust marks on your wall.
Your walls will start to soak up the moisture and leak through the gypsum. This is also known as "wicking". The longer the water is left to wick, the greater the long-term damage.
Leaks coming from within your home - Flooding from within your home
Flooding in areas such as the basement is more common due to a broken appliance or leaky toilet. When the drywall is exposed to water for a period of time, the paper coatings will separate from the gypsum, and the core will lose its structural integrity.
If your house has recently experienced a flood, Deluxe Drywall flooding drywall repair services typically only remove and replace the drywall to the level where the water reached. We'll perform a damage assessment of the property to determine the scope of the damage. This assessment will help us with an appropriate cleanup plan.
Harmful to Your Health
- Wet drywall can also be an ideal environment for mould due to its paper backing. Mould gets nourishment from the environment by secreting digestive chemicals that it then reabsorbs and digestive materials to use as food. Without the materials being damp, this procedure is impossible. The shape can develop on the drywall in just 24-48 hours; quickly drying the walls is essential to an efficient solution.
- People living in homes with mould are more likely to have health symptoms such as eye, nose and throat irritation; coughing; worsening of asthma symptoms, or other allergic reactions.
- Signs of mould include green or black spots on walls, ceilings, or carpets and an earthy or musty smell.
It is possible to identify water-damaged drywall if you know what to look for. What is harder is knowing the damage happening behind your walls. Keep an eye out for water damage signs following storms, broken appliances, leaky pipes, and smells or odours that could indicate a longer-term issue that needs a drywall expert to come in.
If you live in Surrey, British Columbia or the surrounding area, call Deluxe Drywall for your drywall repair, water-damaged drywall repair, or flooding drywall repair needs. We are here to help you through this process.
