Is drywall toxic to the environment?

• <div>Drywall can be toxic to the environment and to humans in some cases. As drywall breaks down in a landfill and comes in contact with other organic chemicals, it can create hydrogen sulfide gas or leach into the groundwater. Additionally, the <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/docs/99-113/default.html">CDC recommends</a> methods for controlling the inhalation of drywall dust when handled. While the common ingredients of drywall—gypsum, silica, and mica—are naturally occurring, they can cause irritation in some humans. </div>

What are some common causes of drywall damage?

• <div>Knowing what causes drywall damage can help stop it before it starts. Here are some of the most common causes of drywall damage: <ul><li>Water damage from roof leaks or leaky pipes. </li><li>Small holes caused by doorknobs, minor accidents, and rodent infestations. </li><li>Wall dents stemming from moving furniture and minor accidents. </li><li>Wall cracks that form from a settling foundation or seismic activity. </li><li>Nail pops from nails and screws in the walls. </li><li>Large holes that are caused by accidents with heavy objects, children and pets, or sporting equipment.</li></ul></div>

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Lucero and Sons Plumbing came out to do a water test of my soft water system. He was very knowledgeable and very personable. We will for sure be using him in the future. He relates well to the customer and understands prices and the customer needs.
Lucero & Sons Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
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Reviewed in August 2022
The owner was great to work with on this project. He was courteous and attentive. They replaced a few pipes and the main water line into my house. The project took longer than we thought, but it passed the city inspection. I'm happy with the results since it was an emergency break. I would hire...
MRM PLUMBING AND MECHANICAL, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2022
He went the extra mile, we had water marks from the sprinkler and he went above and beyond and cleaned them, so that was very good.
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Reviewed in July 2022
Alex had to find a leak in my yard which I learned about because the water department called to say there must be a leak somewhere in the house. There was no leak inside so Alex had to find the leak in the yard. He did a lot of digging and finally found the leak and fixed it for me. He was...
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Reviewed in October 2021
The job turned out excellent! Andres was informative and patient with someone who was not familiar with xeriscaping or southwest plants. He was also a good troubleshooter along with designing. Nellie in the office was welcoming and responsive. Any delay (minor and primarily due to weather)...
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Hello, my name is Carmelita Di Mery. I am writing a review on Ramos Drilling and Water Treatment owned by Dave Ramos out of El Paso, TX. Mr. Ramos was contacted by me after reading great reviews from the Angie's List website. I was looking for someone to come and assess the poor water quality at...
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MicroPure exceeded my expectations with installation and the quality of their product. We moved to Las Cruces from Virginia and noticed strong chlorine like smell in out tap water. MicroPure explained the quality of water tables differs throughout the country. Upon completion of the system...
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Creating Natures (Noy and Lydia Moran) did an EXCELLENT job. The project involved the removal of an existing landscape consisting of a water feature, grass areas and small trees. Noy and Lydia created a beautiful xeriscaped environment complete with rock and desert-based plants. The project was...
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Very bright person and knows how to do a lot of things. He does good work. He did my irrigation and low voltage lights. He also planted over 84 large palm trees on my lot (with help of course). You hire Monty and he's there doing it! He did a great computerized design and it turned out...
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Plant Watering questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can put paneling over textured walls. Of course, this will come down to personal preference and the type of paneling you want to install. From board-and-batten to shiplap and wainscoting, there are plenty of options to choose from.

There shouldn’t be any gaps between your walls and ceiling. These can be fixed with joint compound but that is only a fix, and it’s much better if your drywall fits correctly in the first place. Sometimes gaps can appear if your foundation shifts significantly but if this is the case, you have a much bigger problem than patching drywall.

Drywall can be toxic to the environment and to humans in some cases. As drywall breaks down in a landfill and comes in contact with other organic chemicals, it can create hydrogen sulfide gas or leach into the groundwater. Additionally, the CDC recommends methods for controlling the inhalation of drywall dust when handled. While the common ingredients of drywall—gypsum, silica, and mica—are naturally occurring, they can cause irritation in some humans.

Knowing what causes drywall damage can help stop it before it starts. Here are some of the most common causes of drywall damage:

Water damage from roof leaks or leaky pipes.
Small holes caused by doorknobs, minor accidents, and rodent infestations.
Wall dents stemming from moving furniture and minor accidents.
Wall cracks that form from a settling foundation or seismic activity.
Nail pops from nails and screws in the walls.
Large holes that are caused by accidents with heavy objects, children and pets, or sporting equipment.

Yes, if there is mold in your drywall mud and you then use it to build walls in your house—or if mold develops in your set drywall, like it can in hot and humid areas—it can lead to illness. Mold in your drywall (or other parts of your home) can make existing respiratory conditions or allergies worse, and the effect can be more intense for those who have existing health issues or compromised immune systems.

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