How Long to Dry Out Drywall After Water Damage?

Find out how long a drywall takes to dry.

The restoration process has two main parts: drying and repairs, each of which can take anywhere from a few days to weeks, making the restoration last around 2 weeks in total.

Drying

The restoration timeline has two main phases: drying and repairs. Drying out drywall usually takes 3-7 days, depending on a few factors, like the water damage category and how long the damage has been sitting there, for example.

Clean water dries faster than gray or black water, which requires extra disinfection. Also, the longer water sits, the deeper it soaks in, extending drying time. High humidity also slows the process.

If drywall has swelled, sagged, or developed mold, drying won’t be enough, as it will need to be repaired or replaced.

Repairs

Minor repairs, such as cutting out small sections and patching them, can be completed relatively quickly and sometimes overlap with the drying process.

Larger repairs, such as replacing entire sections of wall, typically add 1-2 weeks to the restoration timeline. This extra time accounts for installing new drywall, finishing it, painting, and matching the texture to the existing walls.

In severe cases, such as after significant flooding, multiple rooms or even entire levels of drywall may need to be replaced. Projects of that scale can take several weeks or even months.

If you experienced water damage and are looking for professional assistance with drying it out, call Superior Contract Cleaning by dialing the number below!