Removing Drywall during Water Restoration in the SF Peninsula

7/9/2018 (Permalink)

This Residence on the SF Peninsula had Wet Insulation. The Drywall and Insulation had to be Removed in order to Dry the Water Damage Correctly.

Why does Drywall need to be Removed and Not Dried during Water Restoration?

In Most Cases, Drywall can be Dried within Three to Five Days when Drying Equipment is Placed by a Professional Restoration Company.  However, in some Cases the Drywall will require Removal due to certain circumstances during Water Damage.  

If Drywall is Affected by Dirty Water that carries Contaminates- The Drywall will have to be Removed and Replaced.

If Drywall has Wet Insulation in the Wall Cavities- The Drywall and Insulation will have to be Removed and Replaced.  

If Drywall has Double Layers- The Drywall's Layers will have to be Removed and Replaced.

If Drywall was not Professionally Dried and Secondary Damages Occured- The Drywall will have to be Removed and Replaced. 

SERVPRO of South San Francisco City/ San Bruno's #1 Goal is to Save and Dry as Much as Possible.  However, depending on the circumstances, there will be times when more Invasive Drying Techniques are Required.  

Call SERVPRO of South San Francisco City/ San Bruno for more Water Damage Information at 650-794-1000!