Water damage moves fast in East Texas. Our 80% summer humidity means drywall that gets wet on a Friday can be growing mold by Sunday. Longview Drywall Pros offers 24-hour emergency response for water-damaged drywall — moisture testing, containment, controlled removal, mold prevention, and full rebuild back to a painted finish.
What Causes Water Damage to Drywall in Longview Homes
- ›Roof leaks — aging shingles, storm damage, and chimney flashing failures are the #1 source we see across Gregg County.
- ›Plumbing leaks — supply lines, drain lines, ice maker lines, and washing machine hoses. Slab leaks are especially common in 1980s+ Longview subdivisions.
- ›AC condensate overflow — clogged drain pans dump gallons into attic insulation and ceiling drywall.
- ›Storm and wind-driven rain — East Texas thunderstorms drive rain horizontally into wall cavities through siding gaps and window seals.
- ›Bathroom moisture — long-term exhaust fan failure leads to slow paper-face deterioration on ceiling drywall.
Our 24-Hour Water Damage Response
- ›1. Stabilize the leak source — we coordinate with your plumber or roofer first; stopping the water is priority one.
- ›2. Moisture mapping — pin and pinless meters across the affected zone to define wet boundaries that aren't visible to the eye.
- ›3. Containment — poly sheeting around the work area to prevent dust and spores from spreading through HVAC.
- ›4. Controlled removal — wet drywall is cut and bagged. We remove 12" past the last wet reading to ensure no hidden moisture stays in.
- ›5. Cavity inspection — we photograph the inside of the wall, document any visible mold, and confirm the cavity dries to below 16% before we close it back up.
- ›6. Rebuild — new drywall, taping, three-coat mud, texture match, prime, and paint-ready handoff.
When Mold Remediation Is Required
For mold growth larger than 10 square feet, Texas law (Title 25 Chapter 295) requires a licensed mold assessor and licensed mold remediation contractor. We coordinate with vetted East Texas remediators and re-enter once their clearance test comes back clean. For smaller isolated mold (under 10 sqft), we can handle removal directly with proper containment and disposal.
Insurance Documentation
We provide detailed photo documentation, moisture readings, and itemized scope-of-work paperwork suitable for homeowners insurance claims. Most carriers in the Longview market accept our format directly. We do not bill insurance — homeowners pay us and recover through their carrier — but we make the recovery as smooth as possible.
Cost Range for Water Damage Drywall in Longview
Small ceiling stain (single sheet, no mold): $400 – $900. Single-room wall section (water cut-out + rebuild): $1,200 – $3,000. Multi-room damage with isolated mold: $3,500 – $9,000. Whole-home flood restoration (drywall scope): $12,000+. We provide written itemized quotes after the moisture mapping is complete.