In this tutorial I drywalled over the existing plaster ceiling. If you're in a similar predicament my tips will help. What are the first steps to hanging drywall ceilings? Step 1: Find the Joists If you want to hang new drywall over an old ceiling, you first need to find the joists....
1. How Long Do I Need to Use a Dehumidifier After a Leak? When used with large fans or air movers, a dehumidifier shortens the time it takes to dry out affected areas. If the water damage isn’t extensive, plan on running a dehumidifier for at least 24 to 48 hours. Large projects ...
Water stains on your ceiling. Spots on your exterior walls. Bulging patches on your interior walls. Missing or warped shingles. Any of these signs may point to a potential leak somewhere in your roof. Unfortunately, the first place you notice it might not actually tell you where the leak is...
“Uh Oh!” If the shower valve is bad then I’ll have to cut another drywall access panel opening to fix the valve. That would be an ugly drywall repair. Notice the water stains on the drywall and chalky deposits on the copper pipes. The drywall integrity was fine – dry and solid ...
6. Curing Time: Although plumbing glue may be dry to the touch after a certain period, it is important to note that it may still need additional time to fully cure and reach maximum strength. Curing time can vary depending on the type of glue and other factors. It is advisable to wait...
Make Note of Water Leak Area Follow the pool of water upward. The drip area on the ceiling is usually obvious and remains even after the drip has dried up. Water travels downward, seeking the path of least resistance, though sometimes with a circuitous route. If the drip area on the ceil...
Inclement weather can wear your shingles down, rendering them vulnerable to breakage. If you suspect that a cracked shingle is causing the leak, look around your yard. If you find shards of shingles on the ground, you can expect water to seep into your ceiling the next time a rainstorm arr...
6. Rinse the area and allow it to dry Use a clean cloth with water to rinse off the cleaning solution and any remaining mold residue. Be sure to rinse the cloth so as not to soak the ceiling. 'After cleaning, it's essential to thoroughly dry the area to prevent mold from returning,...
If your first indication of a tub leak iswater damage to the ceiling drywallin the room below the bathtub, the water could be coming from one of three places: The water supply: The water pipes that feed the tub faucet are hidden behind the wall on which the faucet is mounted, ...
Watch out: we do not want a vapor barrier on both sides of a building wall or top floor ceiling as that risks trapping moisture in the building cavity, leading to mold or rot. In a heating climate (northern or cooler climates) the vapor barrier goes on the warm side of the wall, ...