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Elite Drywall Services, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Mcdonough, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would absolutely recommend this company. They were very responsive from the beginning. I received a text and phone call within minutes of requesting services. The estimator came by the same day and provided a very fair quote. I hired Elite Drywall Services to remove a french door separating my master bedroom and my sunroom and fill in the space with drywall. The work started the day after I received the quote, and it was completed within 2 days. I couldn't be more pleased with the results. Not only was the work top notch, but the reps were some of the nicest and most professional individuals that I have hired in this state. They showed up when they said they would and thanked me for my business. This was such a pleasant experience that I've already asked them for a quote for another job. I also plan to pass their information to the home builders who are currently remodeling my bathroom. If you are in need of this type of service, please contact this company. You won't be disappointed."
Roof truces
ceiling plans
Response time10 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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24/7 Services
4.5(
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Mcdonough, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I would hire this company again. Leonel walked me through the process and the prices and work were exceptional. You will not be disappointed. Whole house drywall. House looks amazing!"
Response time9 hrs
Response rate85%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Gibbs Enterprise
5.0(
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Serving Mcdonough, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Heâ s prompt, has great communication, knows how to fix pretty much anything -! Iâ ll be using him in the very near future for a toilet leak and a door knob that needs to be replaced. Donâ t hesitate to hire Stephen. Friendly and trustworthy."
Kitchen sink installation
Exterior Painting
Wall repair
kitchen sink installation
Exterior Painting

+36

Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Start to Finish Home Improvements, Inc.
4.3(
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving Mcdonough, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hire Start to Finish to do few projects around the house. Came out on time to give estimate. Purchase all the material- I do not have to do a home improvement store visit. Very knowledgeable and explain how he would complete the project. Highly recommend. Thanks Drew!!"
exterior painting &floors
kitchen re-do
black tile floor
kitchen redo
exterior painting &floors

+66

Response time8 hrs
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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S&H Capital Builders
5.0(
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving Mcdonough, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We’re dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in installation, service, and repair for your heating and cooling needs. Our company is built on honesty and integrity. We specialize in central A/C and cooling systems as well as heating and furnace systems. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

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Drywall questions, answered by experts

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. 

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.

Although they have similar applications, spackle and joint compound are not the same. Their primary differences lie in their composition, consistency, and ideal use cases.

Spackle is composed of gypsum and binding agents, making it thicker than joint compound. It dries quickly and is easy to sand, which makes it ideal for small wall repair projects like filling nail holes or patching minor damage.

Joint compound, also known as drywall mud, consists of limestone and gypsum. It is primarily used for large-scale projects, such as taping and finishing the seams on newly installed drywall. It tends to shrink more than spackle and can be more difficult to spread.

While both products can be used to fill small depressions and cracks, spackle cannot replace joint compound for taping and mudding new drywall. Conversely, you can often use joint compound for small patching jobs typically done with spackle.

Whether you need a drywall anchor depends on the specifics of your project, particularly what you're hanging and where. You do not need a drywall anchor if you can screw or nail the object directly into a wooden stud, as the wood provides sufficient support and stability. However, if there are no studs in the location where you plan to hang the item, you should use drywall anchors to ensure it is securely supported. For very lightweight objects, like small pictures, adhesive picture hanging strips can be a suitable alternative to anchors.

You can drywall an unheated garage because the material handles cold temperatures perfectly well. There are no risks or downsides to installing drywall in a garage that is not heated, and the material stands up to moisture and other elements quite well. Drywall will protect your unheated garage's electric wires and cables and add fire protection. However, for effective bonding, you should install drywall at a temperature of 55 degrees Fahrenheit or higher.

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