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Hensel Plastering, LLC
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Drywall - Repair

Serving De Witt, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Contractor clean and respectful of my property. did a wonderful job in multiple areas of my home. He arrived as scheduled and completed job as scheduled."
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Response time9 hrs
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Shon's Basic labor and handyman services corporation
4.8(
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving De Witt, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Cleaned up the jungle in the backyard of the house I just bought. Got the work done quickly and was able to fit me into his busy schedule in a timely manner. Happy with the work and Shon's service."
Response time9 hrs
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Chris Miller Contracting LLC
4.8(
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Drywall - Repair

Serving De Witt, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I am pleased to refer Chris Miller for any home painting project, from simple to detailed, that you may be considering. Chris painted my villa condo's large deck, railing, and pergola with excellent preparation and skill. He left the site tidy while work was in progress and cleaned up after himself when the job was completed. I was very pleased with the results of Chris's work and hired him to come back a few weeks later to do a few other small painting projects for me. Based on my experience, I would highly recommend Chris Miller Contracting LLC to anyone looking for a friendly professional painter. tidy while the work was in progress and made sure to clean up after the job was completed. I was very pleased with the results of Chris's work and hired him to come back a few weeks later to do a few other small painting projects for me. I would highly recommend Chris Miller Contracting LLC to anyone looking for a friendly professional painter."
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TS Construction
5.0(
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For Business

Serving De Witt, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Anthony showed up on time. He and his coworker were pleasant and did a wonderful job constructing my TV cabinet with fireplace insert. I highly recommend TS Construction and will definitely use them again in the future."
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+6

Response time9 hrs
Response rate96%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

There shouldn’t be any gaps between your walls and ceiling. These can be fixed with joint compound but that is only a fix, and it’s much better if your drywall fits correctly in the first place. Sometimes gaps can appear if your foundation shifts significantly but if this is the case, you have a much bigger problem than patching drywall.

Yes, a fan can help drywall mud dry faster by improving air circulation and reducing humidity in the room. Drywall mud dries through evaporation, so increasing airflow speeds up this process. However, you should position the fan to blow across the room rather than directly on the wet mud. This helps prevent drying too quickly, which can cause cracking. You should also use a dehumidifier if high humidity is an issue.

Yes, you can apply new plaster over an existing plaster surface, such as a wall or ceiling, provided the old plaster is in good condition. Before you begin, check the stability of the existing plaster. The surface must be clean, free of loose material, and have no peeling paint. It is also recommended to roughen the surface slightly to promote adhesion. For older plaster, applying a base coat like a PVA emulsion or a specific bonding agent or primer is crucial. This step makes the existing plaster less porous and ensures the new and old layers adhere properly for a smooth, long-lasting finish.

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. 

Plaster can be a difficult DIY to master, especially if you plan to plaster an entire room, rather than patch a small area. Before you begin a plaster DIY project, you need to know which tools and type of plaster to use. It's also important to know how to prepare the surface and apply the plaster for a smooth finish. If that all sounds like a lot of work, you may prefer hiring a local plaster repair contractor to do the job.

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