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Yes, drywall generally needs to be replaced after a fire, especially if it has been directly exposed to flames or significant heat, as the damage from the fire can compromise its structural integrity; however, if only lightly smoke-stained, cleani

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Yes, drywall generally needs to be replaced after a fire, especially if it has been directly exposed to flames or significant heat, as the damage from the fire can compromise its structural integrity; however, if only lightly smoke-stained,

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Yes, drywall generally needs to be replaced after a fire, especially if it has been directly exposed to flames or significant heat, as the damage from the fire can compromise its structural integrity; however, if only lightly smoke-stained, cleaning methods may be sufficient depending on the severity of the smoke damage. 

 

Key points to consider:

• Direct fire damage:

  Any drywall that has been directly touched by flames or exposed to high heat should be replaced. 

   
• Smoke damage:

  While smoke damage can be cleaned in some cases, if the smoke penetration is deep or discoloration is severe, replacement may be necessary. 

   
• Water damage from firefighting:

  Water used to extinguish a fire can also damage drywall, requiring replacement in some situations. 

methods may be sufficient depending on the severity of the smoke damage. 

 

Key points to consider:

• Direct fire damage:

  Any drywall that has been directly touched by flames or exposed to high heat should be replaced. 

   
• Smoke damage:

  While smoke damage can be cleaned in some cases, if the smoke penetration is deep or discoloration is severe, replacement may be necessary. 

   
• Water damage from firefighting:

  Water used to extinguish a fire can also damage drywall, requiring replacement in some situations. 

ng methods may be sufficient depending on the severity of the smoke damage. 

 

Key points to consider:

• Direct fire damage:

  Any drywall that has been directly touched by flames or exposed to high heat should be replaced. 

   
• Smoke damage:

  While smoke damage can be cleaned in some cases, if the smoke penetration is deep or discoloration is severe, replacement may be necessary. 

   
• Water damage from firefighting:

  Water used to extinguish a fire can also damage drywall, requiring replacement in some situations.