What is Drywall?
Drywall is a specialized panel board made of gypsum plaster that is pressed between two thick sheets of paper, and it is very popular in most homes. Drywall can also be called plasterboard, wallboard, gypsum board, or sheetrock. When drywall is made, the plaster is mixed with materials such as starch, fiber, plasticizer, foaming agent, and can include mold or fire resistant materials.
Drywall and Rain = Water Damage
Drywall is especially vulnerable to water exposure and it can become distressing when damaged. Unfortunately, drywall is similar to paper when it becomes wet; when affected by water, it stains, swells, and disintegrates. It can be strengthened against water with covalent waterproofing, but if the waterproofing is damaged, then the wall will eventually be damaged as well. Situations can include entire ceilings falling down from the weight of accumulated water. This can also cause other damage such as Mold. Mold is not much of a worry when it comes to the gypsum material, however mold can have supported growth in the paper backing. Specific boards, called greenboards or cement boards, can be used in specific rooms, that usually have high moisture, such as kitchens, bathrooms, or laundry rooms.
Prevent Leaks Before They Begin
Take precautions before the rain comes; free your gutter of all debris so the rain can flow off of your roof instead of backing up on it. Inspect for leaks before they get the chance to create extensive damage. After water damages have been repaired, a professional can stabilize drywall for future protection.
Restoring Drywall After Water Damage
Here at ServiceMaster, we can professionally remove water and restore your walls to their original condition. The basic idea of drywall restoration is to locate the water damaged area, cut out the wet drywall, and point a fan directly at the affected area to remove any excess moisture. This will be done until all structure is 100% dry. Then the new replacement drywall can be put back in place. We can do these steps for you to save you time and a possible excess amount of money on extensive repairs.
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