The risk is that the moisture will migrate to other parts of the structure. The air isn't smart enough that only the damp molecules find their way out; the air gets displaced, and it's possible that the moisture ends up somewhere else...
I understand the simplicity, the convenience of your choice, but if you're now getting compensation to tear out the drywall, tear out the drywall! Especially if it has been leaking for 12 days.
I understand the simplicity, the convenience of your choice, but if you're now getting compensation to tear out the drywall, tear out the drywall! Especially if it has been leaking for 12 days.
If they want to fix it - yes.
The same if I get compensation.
I do check the moisture every day, though. With both contact and non-contact moisture meters.
If I notice it's moving in the wrong direction, I'll have to figure out something else. Like tearing down.
The same if I get compensation.
I do check the moisture every day, though. With both contact and non-contact moisture meters.
If I notice it's moving in the wrong direction, I'll have to figure out something else. Like tearing down.
The insurance company approved the damage. Received the decision today.
However, they want a specific company to carry out the work.
Demolition, drying, and installation of the floor.
There will be a depreciation deduction for the floor though.
I wonder if I can hire them just to dry?
I'd prefer not to go so much out of pocket on the whole thing...
However, they want a specific company to carry out the work.
Demolition, drying, and installation of the floor.
There will be a depreciation deduction for the floor though.
I wonder if I can hire them just to dry?
I'd prefer not to go so much out of pocket on the whole thing...
It usually goes well to get cash compensation for the reconstruction anyway, but of course, it can vary between insurance companies. The demolition shouldn't be a problem either, one would think. But it's probably only your specific insurance company that can answer that question.. 