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J Acoustical
4.9(
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Serving Southside, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had 2 ceilings repaired.They did an excellent job at a reasonable price.The job was done in a timely manner. I will recommend them to anyone. Thank you J Acoustical"
new grid ceiling and tile in church sanctuary
harvest church
harvest church
harvest church
Response time7 hrs
Response rate94%
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Handyman Dan
4.5(
11
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Serving Southside, AL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He has done multiple repairs for us he has done flooring drywall put in a staircase in our attic remodeled our basement area. He has painted. There's not really a lot he has not done or cannot do he is highly recommended if you're looking for someone honest which is extremely rare easy to talk to and just want someone who cares to do an all over good job than he is your man! Very dependable hardworking humble and kind."
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by22%of homeowners
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Word & Deed Ventures LLC
4.7(
3
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Serving Southside, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Really got the job done quickly. Alex was a pleasure to meet and enjoyed his time here. He did a great job in general. I didn't specify patching before painting, so that is my bad. Overall, a great company to get your job done."
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ASE' Diversified, LLC
4.1(
5
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Serving Southside, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Orlando it's great to work with. He took the time to listen and truly understand what I needed done. I have a brand new ramp in my backyard at just the right pitch. It's wonderful to be able to use my backyard again. His prices were very fair and he was very professional. Thank you Orlando for doing such a wonderful job for me"
Response time10 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Angel Remodeling Construction
4.3(
2
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Serving Southside, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Spur Construction
5.0(
1
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Serving Southside, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

"Jesse did a great job! He was prompt, responsive and polite. He went above and beyond to ensure the job was completed to our satisfaction. I would certainly recommend his services."
Full home remodel
Full home remodel
Full home remodel
Full home remodel
Full home remodel

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A Southern Fix
New to Angi

Serving Southside, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Owner of A Southern Touch by TJ offering reliable handyman services across Alabama. Skilled in drywall, carpentry, minor electrical/plumbing, painting, TV mounting, pressure washing, and general repairs. I focus on honest pricing, quality work, and getting the job done right the first time. No job too small—dependable service you can trust.

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Drywall questions, answered by experts

While every home has its own unique needs, ceiling drywall installation typically follows a staggered or stepped pattern to enhance structural integrity and reduce the visibility of seams. Starting from one corner, sheets are placed perpendicular to the ceiling joists, with the ends of adjacent sheets meeting along the center of the joist. The next row begins with a half sheet, ensuring joints don't align vertically. This alternating pattern, combined with proper taping and mudding, creates a seamless appearance and strengthens the ceiling structure, minimizing the risk of cracks over time.

Plaster is a beautiful finish but is labor-intensive to install and remove. It’s vulnerable to cracking and more sensitive to moisture variance than drywall. Installing plaster on a new wall is an expensive process that can take days to weeks, depending on the scope. Removing a plaster wall can also be quite expensive and time-consuming.

Wall anchors are suitable for drywall and plaster walls, which are common in most homes. However, different wall materials may require specialized anchors. For concrete or masonry walls, you'd typically use concrete anchors. When dealing with other wall types, such as brick or tile, specific anchors designed for those materials may be necessary. Always consult with a hardware specialist or check the manufacturer's recommendations to ensure you select the appropriate anchors for your specific wall type.

If your home’s foundation shifts slightly over time, any seams in the drywall represent the weakest point in the wall, leading to cracks. If your home has significant changes in temperature and humidity, this can cause the drywall to swell and contract slightly, causing a crack at the weak point of the seam. If your drywall installer did a poor job securing the panels to the wall studs, this could cause a weak layout and cracks in the seams.

Whether you apply the drywall mesh before or after drywall mud depends on the type of patch it is. For self-adhesive patches, you’ll put the patch down first and then coat it with mud. Mesh patches that are not self-adhesive will require you to put mud down first and then press the mesh into it, followed by additional coats of mud.

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