Yeah, mold's a sneaky little devil for sure. Had a storm rip through here last year, thought I'd dodged the bullet with just a few shingles missing—nope. Couple weeks later, found mold creeping behind the drywall in the guest room. Ended up gutting half the wall and replacing insulation. Lesson learned: always poke around after heavy rain, even if things look fine at first glance. Better safe than sorry (and broke).
Yeah, mold can definitely sneak up on you. One thing I'd add—don't just check drywall and insulation. After a big storm, it's worth inspecting your attic closely too. Moisture can seep in through tiny gaps around vents or flashing, and before you know it, you've got mold spreading across rafters or roof decking. A quick flashlight check and feeling around for dampness can save you from a much bigger headache down the road... learned that one the hard way myself.
"Moisture can seep in through tiny gaps around vents or flashing, and before you know it, you've got mold spreading across rafters or roof decking."
Good point on the attic—people always underestimate how sneaky water can be. Couple quick adds from experience:
- Don't overlook window frames and door seals; storms love messing those up.
- Check gutters/downspouts ASAP after a storm. Clogs or damage there can quietly funnel water right into your foundation...not fun.
- Budget-wise, repairs vary wildly—could be a few hundred bucks for minor fixes or thousands if structural stuff gets involved. Always better to catch it early.
Totally agree about gutters—learned that the hard way myself. Thought mine were fine until a storm hit and suddenly water was pooling near my basement window. Ended up costing me way more than I expected to fix drywall and flooring. Definitely worth spending a weekend checking those sneaky spots you mentioned, especially around windows... catching it early saves a ton of headaches (and cash) later on.
Yeah, gutters are sneaky like that... I remember helping my uncle after a big storm last year, and he thought his roof was solid until we found shingles scattered all over his yard. Turned out the wind had lifted a bunch of them, and water got underneath—ended up being a pretty pricey repair job. It's crazy how quickly costs add up once water damage sets in, especially if insulation or wiring gets involved.
Did you end up doing anything extra to waterproof around your basement windows afterward, or was fixing the gutters enough? I'm still learning the ropes, but I've seen some people put in window wells or extra drainage to be safe. Seems like a smart move, but I wonder if it's always necessary...
