Water Damaged Drywall

4/20/2018 (Permalink)

Water & Mold Damage On Drywall

Short-term damage to drywall is caused by water, whereas long-term damage is usually the result of mold growth:

Drywall Exposed To Water

When drywall is exposed to moisture it will show water stains. After a prolonged period of time, it can also be completely destroyed and reduced to mush. The paper coatings will separate from the gypsum, and the core will lose its structural integrity.

Even if the damage is not immediately apparent, drywall that's lost structural integrity can begin to slowly sag over a period of time and will need to be replaced.

Mold & Drywall

With its paper backing, wet drywall can also be an ideal habitat for mold. Mold feeds by secreting digestive chemicals into the environment, which then reabsorbs along with digestive materials to use as food. This process is not possible unless the materials are wet. Mold can begin to grow on drywall in as little as 24-48 hours; drying the walls as quickly as possible is key to an effective solution.

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