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Joe's Drywall Repair
4.8(
39
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Joe’s drywall repair is a very professional drywall subcontractor. It is refreshing to have such a dependable sub as Joe’s Drywall Repair. Joe show up on time, on budget, and finish on time. We will work with Joe on our next project and would highly recommend. Thank you for a job well done out here in Oceanside. This was a fast track job and it was great to see timely deliveries, quality work, and your work delivered on time. My wife and I were very happy with Joe’s complete work end to end."
Popcorn removal and paint
Insulation!
Popcorn removal and paint
What you're looking at here is the drywall and corner beads hung and typed.
Popcorn removal and paint

+36

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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1st Choice Drywall, Inc.
4.9(
28
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"1st choice drywall was the first to reach out to help with the work we needed to do in our 2-story condo. What i liked is that Roger was very easy to get in touch with via text/phone. His crew came in quick and they were able to accomplish more than what was planned and for a fair price. Drywall, popcorn removal, matching texture, and painting. It is no wonder that if you want drywall done right, choose 1st Choice Drywall to get the job done quick, and for a fair price."
Response time1 day
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Six Seven Resilient Drywall
5.0(
10
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Fernando did a great job on our drywall and assisted us with a walk in shower build as well. He takes pride in his work and it shows. I highly recommend Six Seven Resilient Drywall."
Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Calroc Drywall, Inc.
4.6(
19
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Cal rock Drywall performed the removal of the popcorn ceiling with expertise. They took the time to cover the books and flooring in three rooms . The staff was very compliant in cleaning up after the work the popcorn ceiling removal was completed, including trash removal. As a former Total Quality Management consultant, they performed well as a team ?project manager and talented workforce"
Response time7 hrs
Response rate96%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Coast Imperial Drywall, Inc.
5.0(
3
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"If you're looking for a top-notch drywall contractor in Escondido, look no further than Ricardo Ramirez Santana. This guy's the real deal. From the moment he stepped into my office, I could tell I was in good hands. I called him up to replace the old plaster walls in my office, and right away, he was responsive. He got me a fair, honest estimate, and explained everything in a way that made me feel comfortable—no gimmicks, no pushy sales tactics. Just straight talk. Scheduling was a breeze, and when the day came to get the job done, you better believe he was there on time, ready to work. I’m a local real estate broker and I've seen a lot of contractors in my day, but Ricardo and his crew, they’re something special. The work? Flawless. I’m talking about smooth, even seams here. And the finish? Perfect. Thankfully, he didn’t cut corners. Every detail was taken care of. And when it was all done, they cleaned up like they'd never even been there."
Metal framing, San
ceiling drywall
drywall installation
drywall
drywall installation

+7

Response time2 days
Response rate94%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

There are a handful of reasons why your drywall anchors are breaking. Using the wrong type of anchor is the most common problem, so always make sure you’re using the best option for a particular project. That there are electrical wires or plumbing where you’ve placed an anchor or that your drywall is weak are two other possible causes. 

You can put certain types of plaster over other types, but doing so isn't always the best idea. For example, putting a coat of gypsum over lime plaster is possible, but doing so will limit the lime plaster's breathability and potentially affect its performance.

Since cement plaster tends to leave a textured surface, no matter how much you smooth it, some people prefer to use gypsum plaster as a topcoat over cement plaster, creating a smoother surface.

Drywall tape is made of paper, while drywall mesh is made of fiberglass or metal. Drywall mesh patches are suitable for repairing small holes in drywall, while paper drywall tape holds a crease better for corners. You need joint compound to adhere drywall tape to the wall, while mesh patches may be self-adhesive.

If you only have tiny holes in your drywall (for example, dents or nail marks), you probably won’t need a patch kit. Instead, you can plug the hole with a small amount of spackle. Once the spackle dries, you can sand the area and paint over it—just like you would in the steps outlined above.

All plaster walls will crack over time due to normal house settling and expansion and contraction from temperature and moisture changes. Small, thin hairline cracks are generally not serious and are mostly a cosmetic issue. However, larger or more significant cracks can indicate structural problems.

Here's how to tell the difference:

  • Cosmetic Cracks: Cracks that are 0.5 cm (0.2 inches) or thinner are typically cosmetic.

  • Structural Cracks: Cracks wider than 0.5 cm, excessive or deep cracks, multiple cracks in the same area, or cracks that span around corners can signify a structural or foundation issue. Cracks along the joints where walls meet the ceiling also warrant attention.

For cracks wider than 0.5 cm, structural repair is needed. If a crack is 2.5 cm (1 inch) or wider, or if you notice any signs of a structural problem, it is best to contact a plaster repair professional to assess the damage.

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