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  "name": "Can water-damaged drywall be repaired or does it need to be replaced?",
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      "name": "Can water-damaged drywall be repaired or does it need to be replaced?",
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        "text": "The decision to repair or replace water-damaged drywall depends on the extent of the damage. If the damage is superficial, such as minor staining without structural compromise, and the moisture source has been resolved, the area can often be cleaned, dried, primed, and repainted. However, if the drywall is soft, swollen, crumbling, or shows signs of mold growth, it must be completely removed and replaced. Leaving compromised drywall or active mold can lead to health issues and further structural deterioration.",
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        "description": "Superficial water-damaged drywall can be repaired if the moisture source is resolved. If it's soft, swollen, or has mold, it must be removed and replaced."
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  "description": "Superficial water-damaged drywall can be repaired if the moisture source is resolved. If it's soft, swollen, or has mold, it must be removed and replaced."
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