On Thu, 13 Jan 2005 02:07:07 GMT, "Jeff"
wrote:

I had a drain pipe from my sink crack in the wall and leak water into my
basement. This has made the insulation in a section of my basement walls
wet. Will the insulation dry out over time? I have cut a few small holes
in the walls to try and let the moisture escape. Anyone have any
suggestions? Tearing the basement wall out would be expensive as there is a
tile wainscoating in this area.

Thanks,
Jeff


Thank yourself for having fiberglass, compared to celulose.
fiberglass isn't a favorate food for molds. Plus the celulose could
have 'washed' into the lower sections of your wall.

Give the room time, sheet rock(guessing you have this) breaths, so a
dehumidifier in the room athe lowest setting will help speed up the
process.

Now guessing you get the drain problem fixed, so you might be able to
get a referal from the plumber for a professional to inspect the
walls. Since when ever in doubt about the safety of your house, you
should seek professional help.

imho,

tom @ www.ChopURL.com