re: Tips and best practices for removing drywall, mold remediation

To remove drywall all you really need is: chalk line, hammer, tape measure, and a good sharp carpenters knife.

1) measure up 4 feet on the wall and make a mark. Do this on each end of wall.

2) Snap a chalk line the length of the wall.

3) Take carpenters knife and score the chalk line.

4) Take hammer and punch holes about a foot below your chalk line all the way around the room.

5) Then pull back on sheet rock. Should come out in large sheets if you punch the holes close enough.

6) Now slowly pry upwards towards the chalk line with the remaining sheetrock. If you scored it deep enough it should just pull away.


I hope this helps. And prayers to those going through ruff times right now.