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Avatar for Enhanced Finish Drywall
Enhanced Finish Drywall
5.0(
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Install

Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"James is incredibly friendly and professional. He was flexible to work with my schedule and did an awesome job fixing our drywall (even on the ceiling.) Would definitely recommend him for anyone looking for quality repairs."
House remodel,smooth skim
House remodel,smooth skim
House remodel,smooth skim
House remodel,smooth skim
House remodel,smooth skim

+2

Response time2 days
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Essential Living Construction LLC
5.0(
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Santa Barbara, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

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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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

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"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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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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EJ DRYWALL INC
New to Angi
Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

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

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!"
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

Plaster is denser, harder, and more porous than drywall, so it absorbs moisture differently. This means you’ll often need more prep work, such as thorough sanding, patching, and priming with a high-quality bonding primer. Additionally, you may need more coats of paint to achieve even coverage. While the process takes more time, it helps ensure a durable and professional-looking result.

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.

When doing a DIY paint job, it can be tricky to achieve the perfect, straight line between your wall and ceiling. There are several methods, including lining it with painter’s tape and using the “cut in” brush tactic. Some homeowners choose to apply a thin line of caulk to the wall-ceiling seam to create the appearance of a perfect line.

A post-drywall inspection could uncover many problems that weren’t present during the pre-drywall inspection, including insufficient insulation, missing weather stripping, improperly installed plumbing and lighting fixtures, flooring damage, drywall damage, plumbing leaks, aesthetic issues, and more. Structural problems, which are often expensive to fix and are common reasons to walk away after a home inspection, are easier to see before the drywall goes up, but a post-drywall inspection may highlight minor issues with house settling and foundation problems.

You can paint over plaster, but repair any damage to the plaster first, or the paint will crack and bubble. You should also prepare the surface of the plaster to accept paint, which gives your paint job the best chance of looking good and lasting a long time. Before applying the color you want, apply a coat or two of primer. Additionally, use latex paint, and choose a latex paint with a satin finish for areas with dampness, like bathrooms.

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