How to deal with water-soaked walls

How to deal with water-soaked walls

Recently, many places across the country have experienced heavy rainfall, and many homes have suffered from water damage on their walls, which has become a hot topic on social platforms. This article will combine the hotspot data of the entire network in the past 10 days to provide you with a detailed analysis of the treatment methods and precautions for water-soaked walls.

1. Recent hot data statistics (last 10 days)

2. Processing steps for water-soaked walls

1. Emergency treatment stage

• Cut off the power supply immediately to ensure safety
• Use a dry towel to absorb moisture from the surface
• Open doors and windows to provide ventilation
• Use a dehumidifier or air conditioner to assist in dehumidification

2. Wall drying stage

• Natural drying takes 3-7 days (depending on weather conditions)
• Industrial fans can be used to speed up drying
• Pay attention to check whether the inside of the wall is completely dry

3. Repair processing stage

3. Professional suggestions and precautions

1. Material selection suggestions

• Prefer waterproof putty
• Wall paint should be anti-mildew and anti-bacterial
• It is recommended to use waterproof mortar for base treatment

2. Common misunderstandings and warnings

• Do not repair before complete drying
• Don’t simply cover problem walls
• Avoid using low-quality waterproofing materials

3. Fee reference

4. Preventive measures

• Regularly inspect the exterior wall waterproofing layer
• Install window sill waterproof baffles
• Keep indoors ventilated and dry
• Carry out preventive inspections before the rainy season

Recently, many places have experienced heavy rainfall, causing frequent problems with water soaking in walls. Through the above systematic treatment methods, the problem of water-soaked walls can be effectively solved. In case of serious situations, it is recommended to contact the professional construction team in time to deal with it to avoid causing greater losses.