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Avatar for 1st Choice Drywall, Inc.
1st Choice Drywall, Inc.
4.9(
28
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Drywall - Install

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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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For BusinessDrywall - Repair+1 more

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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Aztec Drywall Specialist
4.6(
52
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Install

Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Adrian did a great job, project was completed on schedule and the texture matches really well. We had multiple ceilings and walls needed drywall repair after re-piping the house."
mall
MALL
MALL
MALL
Response time6 hrs
Response rate87%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Coast Imperial Drywall, Inc.
5.0(
3
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For Business

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%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Drywall mudding can be done in one day if the project is small and the desired effect isn’t too complex. If you need multiple layers of mud, one day may not be realistic. But a single room that requires little more than joint compound on the seams and screws can be done in a day or two.

On average, drywall installation costs around $2,000, with a typical range of $400 to $6,000, including materials and labor. The final price depends on several factors. The most significant is the size of the area, as many contractors charge per square foot. Other cost factors include the complexity of the job (e.g., cutting around multiple windows and doors, corners, or curved walls), accessibility, location, the thickness of the drywall, the height of the room, and the desired level of finish. The level of finish can range from simply hanging the drywall to taping and mudding the seams and painting the walls.

To properly clean and maintain your skip trowel drywall texture, dust the surface weekly with an electrostatic duster or vacuum with a soft brush attachment. Never scrub the surface. You can remove stains by gently applying a mild detergent solution with a paint roller, removing it with a damp roller, and drying with a dry roller. To cut down on cleaning frequency, avoid indoor smoking and limit the use of fireplaces.

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