what has to be removed when mold is found on the bottom of the drywall in the house?

Answer 1

cut and replace the drywall and insulation about a foot or so above the mold. more than likely if the mold is from a flood youll also have toremove and replace floor.then you have to demold all of your 2x4's before rebuilding

Answer 2

I would just cut off the molded part, and replace it with new drywall, you don`t have to replace what is still good.

Answer 3

removal of the affected drywall is a must. there is a tool that is inserted into the gypsum that detects the presence of moisture. when you determine the height of the moisture, start removing it. studs and floor plates should be able to dry out sufficiently with a couple of days of fans and dehumidifiers while they are exposed. slap the new board on when it's all dry and you're off to the races

Answer 4

2 feet of the wall needs to be removed and replaced with new drywall. good luck!

Answer 5

Before you start anything what caused the mold.in the first place. Lets start out side with the wall what is it covered with stucco,wood, brick? If the moisture is getting in from there you need to address that first, next is the wall insulated, condensation could be the problem also you may check the ventilation in the room during the different seasons.

Answer 6

try useing bleach first , if it don't come off then u have to remove the drywall that is affected and replace it, if u have to replace wash everything behind it with bleach before replacing

Answer 7

If the wall board is soft to the tuch. you'll have to replace it. if the mold is only on the surface than you can kill it with bleach and water mixed 50/50 and a sponge. than reprime with a "kills" type paint before you top coat.

Answer 8

the mold is removed ...