Drywalls in a New York City home or apartment basement can crack or develop holes due to wear and tear. But water damage can ruin their health prematurely. Even the robust drywall can give in if left unattended after exposure to water damage. Since New York is known for heavy rainfall and humid conditions, you must protect them. Otherwise, the drywalls will lose their strength. Zicklin Contracting is there to help. Call us so our team can reach you and address your concerns. Our team is adept at mitigating all types of drywall water damage.
Most people believe wet drywalls require replacement. They delay restoration efforts by thinking about the water remediation and replacement costs. Remember, depending on the condition, drywall can also be fixed through repair. However, the final decision can be made after checking the structural strength and severity of water damage. Complete replacement can be advisable if the drywall was wet for more than 48 hours, became black-colored, etc. However, if only the drywall were damp and not the cavity behind it, we could use exterior drying solutions to tackle the problem. However, drying the wall cavity and drywall is necessary for moist areas behind the cavity. It can also require making a flood cut to remove the wet sections.
Signs of water-damaged drywall
Inspecting the drywall for water damage remediation NYC is a good idea. The signs can manifest themselves as round watermarks on the ceilings and walls. These prominent signs often indicate that your drywall needs replacement. If ceilings and walls feel wet when you touch them, you can again be sure that drywall needs to be replaced. However, a repair can be suggested for a minor damaged area.
Nevertheless, keep an eye on peeling or bubbling paint, sagging walls, fading, and staining issues. Please don’t wait if you notice these damages. We will send our team to examine the entire area and recommend a proper solution to tackle a wet drywall.