Strategic Approaches to Drywall Flood Damage Restoration in Everett

6/9/2024 (Permalink)

Flood damage is often difficult to deal with unless you know what you're doing. Contact SERVPRO for experienced personnel who are ready to help.

SERVPRO® Flood Restoration Services in Everett

Founded in 1890, Everett was named after Everett Colby, the son of a prominent investor. Its history is preserved in landmarks like the Historic Everett Theatre and the Schack Art Center. The city features more than 40 parks, offering plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation. Forest Park, which includes a petting zoo and a water playground, is especially popular with families. Everett hosts several annual events celebrating the community's spirit and culture, including The Everett Film Festival, which features independent films from various countries, and the Fresh Paint Festival of Artists at Work, which brings artists together for live demonstrations and sales.

Flood damage in Everett can significantly affect drywall in homes, resulting in substantial harm and necessitating comprehensive restoration endeavors. Floodwaters permeate drywall, leading it to absorb moisture quickly. As the drywall absorbs water, it expands and softens, resulting in a loss of its structural strength. This expansion can cause distortion, swelling, and a complete breakdown of the drywall material. Neglected water damage can weaken the structural stability of the drywall and surrounding building materials. When drywall becomes saturated and weakened, it may no longer adequately support fixtures, cabinets, and other attached components. SERVPRO has the necessary equipment, skills, and resources to execute comprehensive flood restoration effectively.

Our approach to drywall water damage restoration

• Water removal
• Drying and dehumidification
• Salvage vs. replacement
• Mold remediation

Flood damage provides favorable conditions for mold to thrive, increasing structural damage. Mold remediation involves meticulous cleaning, disinfection, and the elimination of impacted drywall and insulation. Our restoration teams use HEPA vacuums and antimicrobial solutions to eliminate mold residues and hinder future growth.

Salvaging Flood-Damaged Drywall

Flood damage can necessitate the removal of drywall due to saturation, mold growth, structural damage, contamination, and odor issues. SERVPRO employs a variety of tools and methods for removing drywall efficiently. These may include a razor knife, drywall saw (or keyhole saw), rotary saw, Kett saw, or reciprocating saw. 

Requirements for Safe Removal of Damaged Drywall

• Marking the wall or ceiling with a pencil where the cuts should be made
• Using a stud finder to locate wall or ceiling studs along the edges where the drywall should be cut 
• Adjusting the cutting depth of power tools to ensure they do not penetrate beyond the drywall

SERVPRO of Everett / Lake Stevens / Monroe resolves flood damage "Like it never even happened." Call us at (360) 243-8313.