Water Damage in Your Walls? We’re Here to Help.
Here are some signs of water-damaged walls to look for as you determine the next steps:
- Mold growth, which can occur in as little as 24 to 48 hours after the initial water damage
- Damp air and musty odors in the surrounding area. Mold can often occur in basements, laundry rooms, or areas near older appliances, like water heaters. It can also grow near fountains, on rooftops, and in underground spaces, like basements, thriving in dimly lit areas with minimal air circulation
- Peeling paint and wallpaper, due to loss of adhesion as water builds up within walls
- Discolored, warped, cracked, bubbling, softened, and/or crumbling walls
- Squishy, wet carpet around the walls you suspect have water damage
- Sudden rise in utility bills
- Rotted wood in or near walls and surrounding area
- White, chalk-like stains on walls, otherwise known as efflorescence
* Source: EPA: https://www.epa.gov/mold/ten-things-you-should-know-about-mold