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Q: Can one person hang drywall?

• <div><p>Yes, it&rsquo;s possible to hang drywall by yourself, but it can be challenging (and more expensive). Without an extra set of hands, you&rsquo;ll need to invest in a drywall lift to position the heavy drywall sheets on the wall. You can buy one of these <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-tools-are-needed-drywall-repair.htm">drywall tools</a> for a few hundred dollars at your nearest home improvement store.</p></div>

Q: Can I use a utility knife to cut outlet holes in drywall?

• <div><p>A utility knife is sharp enough to score the drywall and it may work in a pinch for outlet box holes. However, one of the best <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-tools-are-needed-drywall-repair.htm">tools for drywall</a> when you need to make exact cuts for an outlet box quickly is a drywall saw. This handheld tool has a longer blade than a utility knife, so it penetrates the thickness of the drywall easily. The design of its handle and the teeth in its blade make it easier to control while cutting quicker than you can with a utility knife.</p></div>

Q: Should you leave a gap between drywall sheets?

• <div><p>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&rsquo;t leave enough gaps between slabs, the edges will press against each other when they expand, and the pressure can cause visible cracks.</p></div>

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: What’s the easiest way to cut holes for electrical boxes in drywall?

• <div><p>The easiest way to cut holes in drywall for electrical boxes is to use a spiral saw with a drywall router bit. Hang the drywall without cutting out a hole for the box, but make sure you measure and mark where the box is located on the wall. Once you screw in the drywall sheet, drill a small hole into the box void, insert the spiral saw bit, and move it around the edge of the box using the inside wall as a guide. You can also use an oscillating multi-tool with an electrical box cutout for fast, professional results.</p></div>

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Reviewed in October 2013
In February 2013 we hired Premier Construction to undertake an extensive building project which included an addition to our house that doubled the existing square footage, a remodel of the existing space, and the construction of a detached garage. Also included in the project were a rear deck, a...
Premier Construction Services
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Reviewed in July 2014
Enjoyed how they handled the design and construction. Appreciated the professional service and clean up after the construction.
RICH-WOODS INC
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Reviewed in May 2012
Everything on this project has progressed smoothly from start to the current stage. There were no real hiccups that weren't easily dealt with. A wall was moved, which put a heater vent from inside to outside the bathroom. They simply cut a new hole inside the bathroom, and covered over the old...
Home Improvement 4 Less
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Reviewed in February 2013
A beautiful, professional result from these top-rated painters. Highly recommended, will absolutely use again.
Lancaster Painting LLC
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Reviewed in January 2014
Brett did great. He was very good about cleaning up and making sure he didn't get dust everywhere. He worked with me to make decision and took the time to explain the the different options. If we ever needed someone to drywall again we would use him.
Van Meter Drywall
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Reviewed in May 2010
I had a drain pipe leak in my house that damaged the livingroom ceiling. I realize by their standards this was a very small job but they were more than happy to take it on. They explained that to patch a textured ceiling was not a one day process but would require several trips to the house...
Academy Drywall
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Reviewed in January 2014
They did a fabulous job! We are totally pleased with the result. It took so much work to get all the old wallpaper off and holes filled and then totally repainted after the removal of curtain rods and shelves. Gary and Rob were easy to work with, especially when I changed my mind about the...
Gary Nelson Painting
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Reviewed in June 2012
It went really well. We had to reschedule because of the weather, but they knew we had a deadline and were able to get it done ahead of time. They were very neat and clean. They came in under their estimate, much to our surprise. They were very nice and respectful to work with--it was no...
Pat Lennon Construction LLC
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Reviewed in July 2012
There was a person who was very responsive but what we disliked is we done work with him in the past and he did a very satisfactory job and so we went to use him again and it was a whole different ball game. So we were very disappointed and we were upset because we had spent a lot of money with...
D & S Interiors
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