How can I save money on drywall installation?

• <div><p>You can take a few steps to save money on drywall installation, even when hiring a professional to do the bulk of the work for you. These ideas include the following:</p><ul><li><p>Buy the drywall and other materials yourself to avoid product markup and delivery fees</p></li><li><p>Ask about discounts if you use the same company to tape, spackle, and paint</p></li><li><p>Hire drywall professionals in the winter when demand is the lowest</p></li><li><p>DIY as many parts of the project as possible, like replacing insulation and painting</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

What’s the purpose of textured walls?

• <div><p>Textured walls are a great way to hide imperfections left over by drywall installation, but many homeowners feel like it’s an outdated look, despite there being so many <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/drywall-texture-tips-and-trends.htm">types of drywall texture</a>. And while the textured walls of today are a far cry from the popcorn ceilings and faux stucco of our grandmother’s homes, if you want a more modern look or you want to install wallpaper, it’s time to smooth out your walls. </p></div>

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Q: Is it easier to finish horizontal or vertical drywall seams?

• <div><p>How you <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/drywall-always-needed-hard-do-right.htm">hang the drywall</a> can affect the finishing process. It's often easier to finish horizontal drywall panels, as the seams run across the wall rather than up and down. Standard drywall panels are 48 inches wide, so the seam is easy to reach without bending down or stretching your arms.</p></div>

Q: Can I use spackle on plaster walls?

• <div><p>Only use <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/spackle-vs-putty.htm">spackle on plaster walls</a> when the imperfection is small. It&rsquo;s best used for nail holes or small dings in the plaster. Spackle dries quickly, allowing you to continue the repair process shortly after using it. Plaster can be tricky to repair, though, so if you run into issues, call a pro so that you don&rsquo;t risk further damage.</p></div>

Q: What is the easiest way to remove texture from walls?

• <div><p>The easiest way to remove texture from walls is the soak-and-scrape method. You&rsquo;ll need to spray a section of the wall with water and let the water soak in and soften the texture. Then, you need to scrape the texture off using a drywall taping knife. This method works best with unpainted walls since paint prevents water from saturating the textured joint compound.</p></div>

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Last update on May 18, 2024

Reviewed in May 2024
Thomas Bautista was on time, courteous, knowledgeable, experienced in drywall, respected Owners home, and to top it off cleaned job site better than when he arrivedâ ¦
Bautista's Drywall
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Reviewed in June 2023
Service was amazing, replaced drywall that had water damage
Mr. Fixer Handyman services
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Reviewed in February 2023
I moved my pantry door and needed new drywall and texture. Crafted Handyman Service was highly recommended. They got to work right away and did an awesome job! They were courteous, professional and very clean. Their price was more than fair. I would definitely hire them again. My pantry looks...
Crafted Handyman Services
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Reviewed in October 2021
Thomas was professional, prompt, and friendly. He repaired a large section of drywall and also did some extra (unexpected) work. We were pleased with the quality and look of his work and the price was good. We would absolutely hire again.
Bautistas Drywall
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Reviewed in January 2021
They did good work. They were prompt and cleaned up after themselves. I was in a hurry so did not shop the project to others as I have done on several other projects for this property. I think that they overcharged by more than twice the value of the project because I was in a hurry. I should...
Guzman Drywall and Remodeling, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2020
Did not measure properly or take into consideration that he did not know how to do any of the drywall work necessary to complete the project. (We had to hire an additional person, at an additional fee to do the finishing work) He made a hole in the wall behind the bathroom to install plumbing,...
Toste Plumbing
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Reviewed in August 2017
Mike was great! He was professional and was so helpful. He actually caught a leak coming from our AC that's in the attic and fixed the drywall once we had the leak fixed. When we need painting done, I will be calling Mike again.
Mike Gibbons Painting
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Reviewed in February 2015
They did a really nice job. They came on time. They made sure they did not drag anything into the house. We have new carpets so they were real careful about putting booties on their shoes. They were really conscientious about the air vents because there is a way of like sealing them off where...
Aire Serv of Stanislaus County
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Reviewed in June 2014
The inside work of cutting drywall and repairing plumbing went well. I was pleased with this work. However, the patio repair was not satisfactory. It looked good when he finished and the patio was wet, so I paid him. After the patio dried, the grout was smeared everywhere. I phoned him and...
A Better Handyman
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Reviewed in April 2013
and replace. Primed, sprayed the stucco on using a compressor and professional mixing to proper texture. <br /> Overall the job is well done. New shower faucet works great. No more leaks. Kitchen drywall did have black mold forming on it. Whether this could have been left over the ages or...
HOLT'S HOME IMPROVEMENT
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EMPERIAL DRYWALL

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In business since 2025

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Emperial Drywall, owned by Edgar Guerrero, is a premier drywall company known for its high-quality services in both residential and commercial construction projects. Specializing in drywall installation, finishing, and repairs, Emperial Drywall offers a wide range of services to meet the unique needs of its clients. With a strong commitment to craftsmanship, precision, and customer satisfaction, the company has built a reputation for delivering durable and aesthetically pleasing results. Edgar Guerrero's leadership and attention to detail ensure that every project is completed on time and to the highest standards, making Emperial Drywall a trusted name in the industry.

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Serving Winton, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

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"Alexis seems to still be learning the business side of drywall. His skill at texture is excellent. He needs to get better at communicating with the client, especially if he's going to be late."

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Response time7 hrs

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Serving Winton, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

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"Did a great job will hire again"

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Mega Power Electric, Inc

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In business since 2000

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"We recently had Mega Power Electric Inc install a solar system and panels. The President and provided excellent communication all the way through the process. He even met with us after installation to explain the almost incomprehensible PG&E bill. Although not the least expensive bid, his was competitive and I felt he was as interested in educating me about solar and the various types of panels and inverter systems as he was in selling a system. He demonstrated how the array of panels would meet our energy needs and as opposed to some of the other companies, wasn't selling us more than we needed. We are very satisfied with our solar system and I highly recommended Mega Power Electric Inc."

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Serving Winton, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

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"Arrived on time and did a really good job within a short time."

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In business since 1997

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"Excellent! Emergency work done at time, cover the graffiti with the exactly match paint. Very nice and knowledgeable of his job"

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Recommended by82%of homeowners

Serving Winton, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

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"Albert is wonderful. He was very busy but understood my sense of urgency for the project to be done. He came to my house late in the evening of a Friday. Gave me an estimate and was able to complete the entire project in 3 days. He is wonderful"

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In business since 1998

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"On time and fast with a fair price. Stripped wall paper very well. Excellent texturing of stripped walls. Texture matched other walls. Painting afterwards was fair...left a few spots unpainted and a few places that needed to be touched up...but all easily fixed. All in all...very satisfied"

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RVM DRYWALL N INTERIOR & MORE

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In business since 2021

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"They were very friendly. They communicate if there's was something needed. They were on time and they had an affordable price. I'm very happy with the final product."

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Custom Drywall Service

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"Did a very professional job in good time"

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Drywall questions, answered by experts

How you hang the drywall can affect the finishing process. It's often easier to finish horizontal drywall panels, as the seams run across the wall rather than up and down. Standard drywall panels are 48 inches wide, so the seam is easy to reach without bending down or stretching your arms.

Only use spackle on plaster walls when the imperfection is small. It’s best used for nail holes or small dings in the plaster. Spackle dries quickly, allowing you to continue the repair process shortly after using it. Plaster can be tricky to repair, though, so if you run into issues, call a pro so that you don’t risk further damage.

You can take a few steps to save money on drywall installation, even when hiring a professional to do the bulk of the work for you. These ideas include the following:

Buy the drywall and other materials yourself to avoid product markup and delivery fees
Ask about discounts if you use the same company to tape, spackle, and paint
Hire drywall professionals in the winter when demand is the lowest
DIY as many parts of the project as possible, like replacing insulation and painting

Textured walls are a great way to hide imperfections left over by drywall installation, but many homeowners feel like it’s an outdated look, despite there being so many types of drywall texture. And while the textured walls of today are a far cry from the popcorn ceilings and faux stucco of our grandmother’s homes, if you want a more modern look or you want to install wallpaper, it’s time to smooth out your walls.

The easiest way to remove texture from walls is the soak-and-scrape method. You’ll need to spray a section of the wall with water and let the water soak in and soften the texture. Then, you need to scrape the texture off using a drywall taping knife. This method works best with unpainted walls since paint prevents water from saturating the textured joint compound.

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