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Northland Handyman Services
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Atkins, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Job was done quickly and efficiently. Kole was very professional and courteous. I definitely recommend and would hire him again."
Patio Railing
Patio Railing
Patio Railing
Front Door Installation
Front Door Installation

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Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
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Christopher White
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Atkins, IA and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

I've been doing handyman, construction, carpentry work for 16 years now. Over that time I've learned how to do countless different jobs and overcome various different snags and setbacks. Efficiency and dedication drive me and I will work as much as needed to meet a deadline.

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Residential Renovaters
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Atkins, IA and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Residential Renovators is a dedicated team of insured professionals providing high-quality home transformations. We specialize in stunning epoxy flooring, full custom remodels, licensed electrical work, and precision-fit window and door installations. We handle every project with professional care, clear communication, and impeccable results. Choose us for superior skill across multiple trades—from a complete kitchen redesign to a durable garage floor. We provide reliable service and beautiful craftsmanship. Contact Residential Renovators today for a free estimate."

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Drywall questions, answered by experts

Plaster is a pretty tough surface, but it can still sustain damage from things like bumping against it, water issues, dampness, extreme humidity changes, and plain old age. Most plaster walls last hundreds of years and will only be taken down to the base layer when major repairs are required. Being cautious around the wall, not placing furniture against it, and ensuring stable humidity are all great ways to reduce possible damage.

Yes, you can install drywall over plaster, but there are important factors to consider. While it can create a smooth, flat surface, it is often not the best approach. Installing drywall over plaster will increase the wall's thickness, which can cause issues with existing window and door frames that may no longer fit. You might also need to adjust power outlets to keep them accessible. A better, though more expensive, option is to remove the old plaster and lath entirely before installing new drywall. Drywalling directly over plaster seals in the old material, and if any problems arise later, you will need to remove both layers down to the structural beams for repairs. Given the potential complications, this job is best handled by professionals.

If your home was built before the 1940s and was not remodeled in the past 50 or so years, you probably have plaster walls. Aside from assuming, there are some practical ways to tell if you have plaster walls, including the following: If you knock on the wall and it feels solid, not hollow, if you can’t insert a thumbtack easily, if there are cracks that look like spiderwebs, or if your home has curved, arched, or swirled walls, doorways, or window openings.

If you have an unfinished basement or attic, you could examine the backs of any finished walls to check, too.

Plastering lasts for around 15 to 20 years without needing repairs or maintenance in most cases, and with proper upkeep, plastering can last a lifetime—sometimes more than 100 years. Plaster repair costs between $1 and $3 per square foot, and you may need these services once every 15 to 20 years or so unless you have a harsh climate where humidity changes are a constant issue. You can also opt to skim-coat plaster for between $0.90 and $1.30 per square foot, which may serve you better in the long run.

There are a handful of reasons why your drywall anchors are breaking. Using the wrong type of anchor is the most common problem, so always make sure you’re using the best option for a particular project. That there are electrical wires or plumbing where you’ve placed an anchor or that your drywall is weak are two other possible causes. 

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