Water Damaged Drywall Repair

Commonly Asked Questions & Answers.

My home is in need of water damage repair, where could this water coming from?

Most water damaged drywall repair is needed after a leaking roof or a faulty plumbing system has caused damage to your home's drywall.   Occasionally, water can also find its way in through unmaintained window & door openings as well.  When a leak develops inside the wall or ceiling cavities of your home, the water travels along framing members until finally making its way to the drywall.  Since drywall damage is rarely located at the point of the leaks origination, diagnosing the source may sometimes require the help of a professional.  As expected the area’s where water penetration is often discovered first is ceiling seams & corners. However, water damage can occur anywhere on the face of a drywall panel. 

Why should I have my water damage repaired right away?

Due to the amount of damage that may result from an ongoing water leak or unresolved moisture damage; it is recommended to have the source of the moisture repaired as soon as possible. Delaying repair of even a small amount of water damaged drywall can quickly escalate the damage causing mold, dry rot, termite infestation or even collapse.

What are the early signs of water damage?

While the most obvious sign of water damage is the water itself. Often the first sign ahead of a visible drip will be an area of the drywall that appears a shade or two darker than the surrounding area. After an extended time of leaking, you may also notice the drywall tape peeling. Additionally, ongoing unresolved water damage may also exhibit stains that are brown or rust colored in appearance. In most cases, it will not take a lot of detective work to come to the conclusion that there is for water damage repair.

What should I do if I discover water damaged drywall?

Upon discovery of your water damage and depending on its location it is recommended that you immediately contact the appropriate tradesman so proper repairs can be made to the source of the moisture. Usually repairing the source requires a roofer or a plumber.

Please Note:  while we do recommend that a roofer repairs your roof and a plumber repairs your plumbing. We do not recommend that a plumber or roofer repair your drywall.  Such high visibility areas are best left to drywall repair professionals who have the tools, experience & artistry to deal with the various issues which need to be addressed to produce a seamless drywall repair.

When can you repair water damaged drywall?

Once the source of the moisture has been found & source repairs have been made; we will gladly repair your wall or ceiling drywall surfaces to like new condition.

Ready to repair your water damaged drywall now.