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Posted by Steve Jones on July 18th, 2000 02:03 PM
In reply to leaking ceiling shadows? by PLUBY on July 18th, 2000 01:35 PM [Go to top of thread]

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if the ceiling is drywall, which I assume it is, then stick an awl or icepick in the shadowed area and if the rock or gypsum is powdery, then the leak is old. If gummy, the leak is ongoing.

Steve

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Topic History:

Leaking pipes in ceiling and damp damp basements by PLUBY 7/18/00 08:19 AM
Shadows on Ceiling below Bath by Steve Jones 7/18/00 11:15 AM
leaking ceiling shadows? by PLUBY 7/18/00 01:35 PM