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Clark Drywall Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed to get popcorn ceiling removed throughout my entire home and I was drawn to this company because they had the most reasonable prices and quickest completion time. Matt was very communicative throughout the process and it’s clear that he has a lot of experience and knows his stuff. Matt and his team did such a great job. Everything was done in 3 days! I highly recommend hiring Clark Drywall Inc for any of your drywall needs."
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Response time8 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Enhanced Finish Drywall
5.0(
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired James to drywall our dining room and guest bedroom. He is a one man show and guarantees great work! He made sure to ask what our finishing would be (smooth with crown molding) and answered all of the questions we had. Every day he left the project site clean and made sure to protect the rest of our home from dust. We are extremely happy with the results! Looking forward to having him work on more projects as our home renovations continue."
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House remodel,smooth skim

+2

Response time2 days
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Essential Living Construction LLC
5.0(
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I had some drywall patches that needed to be fixed in my kitchen, and this company did an amazing job! The work was clean, professional, and blended in perfectly. You can?t even tell there were ever any holes. They were on time, respectful, and made the whole process easy. I highly recommend them for anyone needing any drywall work done."
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+36

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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System 1 Acoustic Ceiling Removal
4.8(
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1978

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I needed a 20x20 hole in my wall repaired. The hole was caused by electrical work and these guys came in and replaced the drywall and mudded it in exceptional fashion. Their work and professionalism is outstanding and you can't be the price."
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Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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EJ DRYWALL INC
New to Angi

Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Drywall Installation & Repair Specialists. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

Jim Daniels Acoustic Ceiling Removals
4.8(
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

". We Needed Jim Daniels to Drywall the lower parts of the walls that were removed along with spraying and blending in of a knockoff coat with the existing drywall. Making it paint ready for the painting contractor. This job was completed all in one day. Couldn’t ask for a better drywall contractor. Came out right away to see the scope of the work for the repair. Sent us a email with the estimate that same day. No sticker shock here. We were happy with the price. And believe it was very fair in today’s market. Was super knowledgeable about these types of incidents. They had no problem emailing the estimate with the breakdown of the locations and sqft where they would have to double and triple layer the drywall to match the existing drywall to my insurance adjuster. The two man crew arrived on time! V ery professional knowledgeable and courteous. They did such a excellent job at installing and blending in of the knockoff coat to the existing drywall. Along with the clean up 👍. Will be referring to family and friends!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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MENACI DESIGN DRYWALL The King Of Drywall
4.8(
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Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a leaking and the drywall was very damaged, they changed it without any problem. Thank you for saving my bathroom. if anyone wants to hire them, I would 100% recommend it because they are very professional"
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

Knowing what causes drywall damage can help stop it before it starts. Here are some of the most common causes of drywall damage: 

  • Water damage from roof leaks or leaky pipes. 

  • Small holes caused by doorknobs, minor accidents, and rodent infestations. 

  • Wall dents stemming from moving furniture and minor accidents. 

  • Wall cracks that form from a settling foundation or seismic activity. 

  • Nail pops from nails and screws in the walls. 

  • Large holes that are caused by accidents with heavy objects, children and pets, or sporting equipment.

Popular wall textures include orange peel, knockdown, spray sand, and smooth finishes. Orange peel and knockdown are particularly common choices for drywall as they are simple and cost-effective. Orange peel texture has a lightly bumpy surface resembling the skin of an orange, while knockdown (sometimes called knockout) looks like a stucco finish with flattened high spots. In contrast, popcorn texture has fallen out of fashion, partly due to its past association with asbestos and a shift toward more restrained interior design styles.

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.

When you are learning how to tape and mud drywall, waiting for things to dry requires a lot of patience. So how long does drywall mud take to dry? On average, it takes about 24 hours. However, it depends on things like the thickness of the mud, as well as the room’s temperature, humidity, and ventilation. Using thin layers of mud in a warm, low-humidity room with good airflow reduces average drying time. You also could speed up drying time by making use of hot drywall mud, which consists of a powder that you mix with water, instead of using pre-mixed mud. 

Yes, you can apply new plaster over an existing plaster surface, such as a wall or ceiling, provided the old plaster is in good condition. Before you begin, check the stability of the existing plaster. The surface must be clean, free of loose material, and have no peeling paint. It is also recommended to roughen the surface slightly to promote adhesion. For older plaster, applying a base coat like a PVA emulsion or a specific bonding agent or primer is crucial. This step makes the existing plaster less porous and ensures the new and old layers adhere properly for a smooth, long-lasting finish.

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