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Lallier Construction, LLC
4.1(
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving New Britain, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Prompt and courteous. Got a call back immediately, quote done quickly, project started without delay. Quality work and clean. Attention to detail - came back multiple times as necessary to finish drywall process fully and done right. Easy to work with and to discuss different options for project. Great work guys!"
Response time1 day
Response rate90%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Pro Renovate
5.0(
26
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Install

Serving New Britain, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jaleel did an excellent job on our water damage rebuild project. The scope included insulation, drywall, painting, trim work, and final finish work following an insurance claim. What stood out most was Jaleel's professionalism, communication, and responsiveness throughout the project. The project was completed on schedule, the quality of the rebuild work was very good, and he was easy to work with from start to finish. I would absolutely hire Jaleel and Pro Renovate again."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate90%
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
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CRS Painting
5.0(
24
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Drywall - Repair

Serving New Britain, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"CRS has great craftsmanship in drywall and painting. Courteous and sincere. Willing to go the extra mile to serve clients. Quick quotes and estimates. Great value for money. Highly recommend CRS."
Response time2 days
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

While you can put new drywall over old drywall, it’s not always the best option. In some cases, drywalling over drywall can make it harder to find wires and pipes behind your walls and conceal more serious problems with your walls. It can also make the room smaller. On the plus side, putting drywall over drywall can improve soundproofing and insulation. Plus, it’s often less expensive than tearing down and adding new drywall.

There are several things you should not do when installing drywall. Common mistakes include: adding too many screws, over-sanding, not adding backing support, and installing drywall unevenly. You also should avoid screwing into the same place twice, installing Sheetrock with tapered edges on the outside, and making too many joints.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

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 leave a gap between drywall sheets because they naturally expand and contract along with the building framing as temperature and humidity change. Most pro drywall installers leave a gap of about ⅛ inch between drywall sheets, allowing the sheets to expand, contract, and shift without cracking or becoming damaged. If you don’t leave enough gaps between slabs, the edges will press against each other when they expand, and the pressure can cause visible cracks.

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