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Dependable Drywall and Tile
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Serving Opelika, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

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"Ritchie and his crew were very professional. He was very open to our needs on this project. Drywall, painting,stippling a repair was perfect and then the cleanup was all done excellently. He is on my call list now. Thank you."
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
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Chris' Handyman Services
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Opelika, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

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Small jobs welcome

"Chris and Steve were very quick to get my ceiling repaired and did a great job! They were both super helpful and worked hard to get the job done. Chris even helped me repair my AC unit which was more difficult than we thought, but he got it working perfectly. Absolutely would hire in the future and so glad I called them and not someone else!"
Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Handyman Unlimited
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Opelika, AL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1989

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Warranties offered

"Tim was very prompt. I had a drywall ceiling problem. He took pride in his work. He listened to my concerns. When he was about to leave he even asked if their cleanup was suitable. No mess was left. Would definitely recommend him."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate93%
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Mike Hoff's Home Services
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Opelika, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1973

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Customers say: Quick response

"Mike came out and looked at the drywall repairs I needed. He completed the work as promised. It took 3 trips to prep and finish the drywall repairs. He had a conflict one day and called to reschedule the final repairs. The work met our expectations and the charges were reasonable ."
Response time1 day
Recommended by84%of homeowners
Angel Remodeling Construction
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Drywall - Install - For BusinessDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Opelika, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

Although they have similar applications, spackle and joint compound are not the same. Their primary differences lie in their composition, consistency, and ideal use cases.

Spackle is composed of gypsum and binding agents, making it thicker than joint compound. It dries quickly and is easy to sand, which makes it ideal for small wall repair projects like filling nail holes or patching minor damage.

Joint compound, also known as drywall mud, consists of limestone and gypsum. It is primarily used for large-scale projects, such as taping and finishing the seams on newly installed drywall. It tends to shrink more than spackle and can be more difficult to spread.

While both products can be used to fill small depressions and cracks, spackle cannot replace joint compound for taping and mudding new drywall. Conversely, you can often use joint compound for small patching jobs typically done with spackle.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

If you want to reduce sound transmission throughout your home, soundproofing drywall is a better choice than standard drywall. However, simply installing soundproofing drywall may not completely block out noise. You’ll get the best results from incorporating it into a larger soundproofing plan that includes proper insulation and framing studs.

Drywall can be toxic to the environment and to humans in some cases. As drywall breaks down in a landfill and comes in contact with other organic chemicals, it can create hydrogen sulfide gas or leach into the groundwater. Additionally, the CDC recommends methods for controlling the inhalation of drywall dust when handled. While the common ingredients of drywall—gypsum, silica, and mica—are naturally occurring, they can cause irritation in some humans.

The best tool for skim coating drywall is a skim coating blade, which can smooth out joint compound in wide stretches. While you could use a smaller drywall knife for skim coating, the smaller size means it’ll take longer to smooth out each section. Instead, consider investing in a skim coating blade for the quickest application.

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