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Gabe's Drywall
4.7(
111
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very well organized and efficient work crew. Project was a new sound isolating ceiling, patch and refinish all electrician wall holes to match existing drywall finish, and, refinish fireplace bricks to match and blend into existing adjacent connecting drywall finish. Family company that delivered star professional results. Special acknowledgement, this was my first time contracting with them, and, after starting them for a day and a half I had to leave on business mid-way into their part of the project, however, all work jobs were performed and completed on time as discussed and according to specifications with great looking results. I look forward to working with them again on any future projects."
 another one well done!
archway
archway
Cowbella
Cowbella

+29

Response time12 hrs
Response rate86%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Joe's Drywall Repair
4.8(
39
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Serving La Mesa, 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 La Mesa, 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
31 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 La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Fernando is amazing. Customer service and follow up - outstanding. Straight on task. No wasted time. Willingness to work hard until job is done. Quality is on a TOP level. Iâ m keeping contacts of his company for all my future drywall needs."
Response time10 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Calroc Drywall, Inc.
4.6(
19
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am very happy with Calroc Drywall, Inc. George came out and looked at the job, gave me a fair bid, schedule the job, started, and finish the job as bid. The price did not go up. This was a very difficult drywall job, and they completed it beautifully. I am very pleased. I called six companies and Calroc was the only one that did what they said they would do. I recommend them without reservation. Don't waste your time calling other companies."
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 La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired the company to put dry wall in my garage , they were always on time and friendly and did a great job , recommend Coast imperial drywall 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽"
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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Sergio's Construction, Inc.
4.0(
65
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Armando from Sergio's crew showed up on time and did a good job patching our drywall and replacing some baseboard. Sergio was also very responsive."
bath done
bath remodel tile
concrete work
concrete work
Response time8 hrs
Response rate96%
147 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

Both plaster and drywall are durable wall finishes, but they differ significantly in installation, cost, performance, and aesthetics.

Installation & Cost: Drywall installation is faster and more affordable, typically costing $1.50 to $3 per square foot. It uses premade sheets, making it a more accessible DIY project. Plastering is a labor-intensive craft that requires specialized skills, pushing costs to $2 to $10 per square foot. It involves applying a wet paste over a lath framework.

Durability & Performance: Plaster is generally more durable, longer-lasting, and provides superior soundproofing. It is also a better insulator, which can help reduce energy costs. Drywall is easier to remove for future renovations.

Aesthetics: Drywall provides a smooth, uniform surface ready for paint or texture. Plaster offers a high-end, naturally textured look that can hide imperfections and is often preferred for achieving a classic or historic aesthetic.

Which is better? The choice depends on your priorities. Drywall is ideal for those prioritizing a lower upfront cost, faster installation, and DIY potential. Plaster is the better option for a higher-end project where durability, soundproofing, and a unique, premium finish are more important than the initial cost.

There are some instances when you can use extra drywall in your garden. Ideally, unused scraps of new drywall are best for amending soil without the concern of additional chemicals or mold. However, drywall with paint, mold, or potential asbestos requires specialized disposal by a professional and should be kept out of your garden.

New plaster must be fully dry and cured before painting. The drying time for plaster ranges from 1 to 4 hours, but the curing process can take more than five days, depending on various factors, including humidity levels, temperature, the amount of plaster used, and airflow in the area. You should always apply primer before painting plaster.

Yes, you can hammer a nail into a wall stud. But before you do, it’s important to confirm that you’re actually nailing into a stud—and not wiring, pipes, or ductwork. To check, find a few more studs in the wall, then measure to make sure they’re either 16 or 24 inches apart.

It doesn’t matter which way you lay drywall, and you can choose to install it horizontally or vertically depending on the size of the wall and how tall the ceiling is. It’s easier to lay drywall sheets vertically if you have a taller ceiling, but laying sheets horizontally makes it easier to apply joint compound.

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