I had a plumbing leak. The drying it firm was there within a couple hours of discovery. Some wall got wet up about 6" from the floor. Tests came back positive for asbestos and lead. An abatement firm is coming to make th cuts in the upside walls which will not dry readily due to the insulatin The dryng it company tells me that the walls that are not exterior are now dry and that the gypsum drywall will be as strong as original since it is dry and did not set for a long period being wet. What do you all think about the strength of drywall after it has been wet for a day then cried out? Should I push the insurance company to remove what has been wet. There is no sign of mold and there is a water stain.

Non winterized cottage has not been changed in over 60 years. Previous owner describes buying cottage with bare studs on inside and installing panelling with insullation batts at that time. The panelling has actually stood up well, so we will probably simply prime and paint it. I am confused as to how this vertical panelling was installed with typical wall framing. Would there be plywood underneath or drywall, or cross bracing between studs. Panelling ha snot bowed in all these years. I want to move a few walls (the dark wall in front is bedroom wall that I want to move out a foot), but before I start, wanted to solicit advice and thoughts on old cottage design... [ATTACH]55881[/ATTACH]