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Blessed Beginnings Handyman
5.0(
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Madison, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Our mission is to provide the customer with the service that they deserve. We are a small but versatile handyman business. Our projects are done properly because we take pride in our work and love what we do. Since we enjoy what we do, our results reflect the care and preciseness that each customer looks for.

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Bathroom replacing floor joist

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Response time1 day
Response rate96%
Recommended by38%of homeowners
Risher's Cleaning & Handymen
3.8(
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For BusinessDrywall - Repair+1 more

Serving Madison, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

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They came on a Sunday afternoon and applied a chemical to my mobile home siding and then pressure washed  the whole thing. All of the green mildew vanished and my siding looks like new. No kidding the outside siding looks brand spanking new. Amazing job. It took about 2 hours and they worked straight through. Everything was put back the way it was when they were done.

He showed me what the pressure wash could do with my deck and he did a test spot and it can bring back the wood to almost the way it was new. That will be my project in the future.

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Recommended by70%of homeowners
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George's Painting construction
5.0(
3
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Madison, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

Response time12 hrs
Response rate89%
McMillin Construction
5.0(
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Madison, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

We are a locally owned and operated company with over 20 years of industry experience. We specialize in hanging drywall, as well as painting and a variety of other home-improvement related projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

Response time3 days
Response rate94%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Southern Securing Services, Inc.
5.0(
3
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Madison, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We're a locally owned and operated company with over 22 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in handyman/carpentry work and a variety of related service and repair projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

The age of your home can clue you in to whether you have plaster or drywall ceilings. Homes built after the ‘70s are more likely to have drywall ceilings and walls, while older homes have plaster. You can also do the pushpin test: A pushpin will go into drywall, whereas it’s much harder to push one into a plaster wall. If you’re still unsure, ask a drywall professional to let you know which type of ceilings and walls you have.

There are several benefits to wet-sanding drywall, but the main perk is that it produces far less dust than dry-sanding. As a result, wet-sanding poses fewer health risks and makes less of a mess in your home. Plus, damp sponges are less abrasive than sandpaper, so there’s a smaller chance of scratching or damaging the drywall paper. Wet-sanding also creates a smoother finish than dry-sanding.

The two most common drywall thicknesses for ceilings are 1/2-inch and 5/8-inch. For most standard residential applications, 1/2-inch drywall is sufficient and widely used. It provides adequate support and is lighter and easier to handle during installation compared to thicker sheets. However, 5/8-inch drywall is often used for specific cases where additional benefits are needed. It is heavier but provides superior sound dampening and fire resistance. You should consider using 5/8-inch drywall for ceilings in commercial buildings, between a garage and a living space, or above a finished basement to meet building codes or for enhanced soundproofing.

While a normal moisture level for drywall is between 5% and 12%, replacement is recommended if you get consistent readings above 17%. At this level, the drywall is likely too compromised by extensive moisture damage to be considered safe. You can replace either the entire sheet or just the affected section. If you are unsure after a visual inspection, it is best to have a contractor or water restoration provider use a professional moisture meter to get an accurate reading.

Plastering and skimming are two different techniques for finishing walls. Plastering involves applying a thick layer of a plaster mixture—typically containing gypsum, lime, cement, sand, and water—to create a new surface. This process often requires multiple coats and is used for repairing significant damage or creating decorative textures. Skimming, on the other hand, is a technique that involves applying a thin layer of drywall compound or joint compound over an existing surface to smooth it out, covering minor imperfections, small cracks, or uneven textures for a polished look. Plastering is generally more costly and labor-intensive than skimming. Although some people use the terms interchangeably, they refer to different processes and materials.

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