Drywall acts like a sponge — once it gets wet it loses strength, stains, and can grow mold within 24–48 hours. Whether from a roof leak, burst pipe, or flooding, the fix is the same: stop the water, remove what is compromised, dry it out, and rebuild. Here is what that involves.
Roof leaks, overflowing tubs, and failed supply lines soak ceilings and the walls below.
Burst or frozen pipes inside walls release a lot of water fast, often unseen until staining appears.
Basement flooding and chronic humidity swell baseboards and wick moisture up the wall.
Patch-and-finish repairs typically run $300–$1,200; larger areas with insulation and mold treatment run more. We quote after seeing the extent.
Wet drywall does not recover — it weakens, grows mold, and damages framing and insulation behind it. Early removal keeps a small repair from becoming a remediation project.
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