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Prime Drywall Design Inc
4.7(
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Serving Hollywood, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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Customers say: True professional

"They did a great job removing our old drywall and putting up new drywall in our kitchen remodel. They keep the jobsite clean during and after their work. Would hire them again."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Valencia Drywall
4.7(
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Serving Hollywood, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"On time, on budget, reliable, offered recommendations and provided low cost solutions for a better result. Quality of work is excellent, didn’t leave a mess and didn’t miss anything on our lengthy punch list. An absolute pleasure to work with - a very nice change of pace from other contractors. Will definitely be calling Valencia Drywall for all my future drywall needs."
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Response time11 hrs
Response rate96%
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Total Construction and Remodeling Inc.
4.4(
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Serving Hollywood, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Ben and his team were great. Prices were reasonable. From posting my request to having the job done was just a matter of days. The stream showed up, we're very friendly, did the work, cleaned up and left in two hours. I could not have been happier."
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Response time1 day
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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.

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.

Drywall can be installed directly on ceiling joists. In fact, this method is common in many construction projects. Drywall sheets are attached to the joists using screws, ensuring a secure and stable installation. Before attaching the drywall, it's important to mark the joist locations on the ceiling, allowing for accurate screw placement. Proper spacing between screws and careful taping and mudding of joints are crucial to creating a smooth and flawless ceiling surface. If the joists are in good condition and level, installing drywall directly on them is a practical and efficient approach.

You should do a little bit of sanding between adding coats of mud. Knock down any ridges or significantly imperfect areas through sanding, which should help you apply the next coat of mud smoothly. If your first coat of mud is pretty smooth after it dries, a quick sanding is all you’ll need. Don’t forget to wipe away any dust after each sanding process.

Yes, small, superficial cracks are normal as homes settle. Older homes have a higher chance of showing signs of settling through hairline cracks from temperature changes, moisture changes, and soil shifting. However, larger cracks, or discolored cracks from water damage, may signify a bigger problem that requires reparations and preventative measures.

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