3 Times To Leave Sheetrock Repair To The Pros

Simple drywall repair, or if you prefer sheetrock repair, is a task that can be quite easily done by many do it yourself homeowners with basic skills. The type of drywall repair that most people feel comfortable with is one that involves filling gouges and scrapes and repairing nail holes with patching plaster and a putty knife. In general, it’s best to keep your attempts limited to basic repairs on small, flat wall surfaces.

When the drywall repair involves more complex repairs and patches. A professional sheetrock specialist should be hired to insure a clean, smooth patch. Here are three examples of jobs that most homeowners should not attempt.

1. One obvious situation that requires professional help is the removal and replacement of tainted Chinese drywall. As noted by the headlines that appeared when the harmful effects of that imported material were discovered in thousands of homes. The drywall has an adverse effect on electrical wiring and electrical appliances. More serious were the severe headaches, nosebleeds, coughing and eye irritations that homeowners were experiencing. Many doctors advised homeowners to vacate their homes to avoid any serious after effects, Lawsuits were instituted against the drywall manufacturers. With these facts and potential threats to your health, only a professional sheetrock repair company with the proper equipment and experience should be utilized for the repair.

2.  If you find yourself in need of a  ceiling repair, find a professional if you want the repair to look smooth and invisible. Ceilings have a way of showing any signs of improper repair, especially if the area is large, and the drywall patch piece does not line up with ceiling supports. The problem is even more of an issue when working with extra-tall, cathedral-style ceilings. Not only is the drywall replacement awkward to handle, issues of cutting and patching around light fixtures require the skill of an experienced craftsman. A professional has the scaffolding, proper tools and expertise to get the job done quickly and competently.

3. Sheetrock repair after water damage is an extremely difficult and specialized process. It is a taxing and exceptionally demanding operation best left to a specialist. This is especially true in the case of a serious flood or extensive damage to your home by a tornado or hurricane. Depending on the extent of the water damage to your ceilings and walls, you may require the services of a water and mold remediation company. The job may entail complete removal of the sheetrock, followed by a complete drying process using giant blowers to remove all the dangerous moisture content. That process is then followed by running giant air scrubbers for days at a time, to remove all the mold spores from the air. Only after all traces of moisture and mold are removed can the sheetrock installation take place. This process is obviously not a do it yourself project.

Some of the instances discussed here are covered with homeowner’s insurance policy. The Chinese drywall issue has worked its way through the courts and payoffs are in motion for that disaster. That being the case, why would you as a homeowner attempt a difficult repair when the funds are available to hire out the job? The best results will be seen from the expert repair men who are experienced at what they do.

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