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Rocket Patch Drywall Repair
5.0(
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Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Tim from Rocket Patch was great to with. Had a great price for the job and did a great job with the drywall repair."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate91%
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Drywall Express
4.9(
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Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Sean contacted me within the first 10 minutes of emailing Angi and set up an appointment to look at my drywall repair job. So glad we chose Drywall Express to do the work. Sean was able to blend in the drywall repair with the rest of the garage ceiling so you couldn't tell we had an issue in the first place. I would highly recommend Drywall Express and plan on hiring this company for drywall replacement in one of our bedrooms."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate86%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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O'Leary Enterprises, LLC
4.6(
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Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Quick to contact and provide quote, very professional, fairly priced, and achieved the drywall fix we were looking for in our home!"
Tile Removal
Tile Removal
Glenn Oaks Repair
Glenn Oaks Repair
Des Moines Water Damage

+15

Response time4 hrs
50 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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OCD Drywall Finishing, LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"These guys are the absolute best. Adam and his team showed up when they said they would to finish our daycare drywall. They even went above and beyond fixing some of my poor drywork before finishing. I would highly recommend."
Drywall repair & texture
Drywall repair & texture
Drywall repair & texture
Drywall repair & texture
Drywall repair & texture

+9

Response time9 hrs
Response rate89%
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Croco Drywall, LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!

Response time5 hrs
Response rate85%
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Valles Drywall, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

Valles Drywall, LLC, is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. Valles Drywall, LLC, is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Scott's Home Renewal
4.6(
177
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Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I used Scott's Home Renewal for a first floor renovation about three years ago, was pleased and hired them again for this. Not the cheapest contractor, but definitely the best I have used here. First class professionals; first rate subs, especially the tile and glass people The custom glass door arrived with the wrong specs, and the glass contractor got the factory to make a new one with only one day of waiting.. If you want it done right, contact Scott's."
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Ron G Construction Services LLC
5.0(
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Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Timing was great. They got back to us right away. Started working fast. When they got done they cleaned the basement and left it better than what it was. The drywall was done very well. Totally recommend"
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Cavalry Home Renovations and Repairs
4.6(
46
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Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Santino is a real pro with door repairs and replacement. He found a used door and installed it as a replacement for our broken door. Santino did a good job of communicating with us before and during the project. He was easy to work with and professional. He guarantees his work. He followed through on all the tasks he said he would do. We would definitely recommend him."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate90%
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

Which style of corner bead you choose—whether metal or paper-faced—depends on your preference and if you’re comfortable using metal-cutting tools and a hammer. Metal bead offers superior strength and durability but its installation is slightly more involved. We’d say for most cases, it’s better to use metal bead but if you’re not comfortable working with metal, paper-faced bead will work just fine. 

The amount of drywall you need for a 1,000-square-foot basement depends on the ceiling height, angles, number of doors and windows, and more. To find the wall square footage, multiply the width and height of each wall, minus any gaps from windows or doors, and add the totals together. You’ll also need enough drywood nails or screws to install the drywall correctly.

There are several benefits to wet-sanding drywall, but the main perk is that it produces far less dust than dry-sanding. As a result, wet-sanding poses fewer health risks and makes less of a mess in your home. Plus, damp sponges are less abrasive than sandpaper, so there’s a smaller chance of scratching or damaging the drywall paper. Wet-sanding also creates a smoother finish than dry-sanding.

If you already have plaster walls and ceilings, adding new plaster costs $2 to $10 per square foot. For an average-sized room, that would come out to $1,200 to $10,000. However, the cost to replace plaster with drywall is higher—running between $720 and $1,250 for a 10-by-8-foot wall or ceiling (not including drywall finishing).

Both plaster and drywall are durable wall finishes, but they differ significantly in installation, cost, performance, and aesthetics.

Installation & Cost: Drywall installation is faster and more affordable, typically costing $1.50 to $3 per square foot. It uses premade sheets, making it a more accessible DIY project. Plastering is a labor-intensive craft that requires specialized skills, pushing costs to $2 to $10 per square foot. It involves applying a wet paste over a lath framework.

Durability & Performance: Plaster is generally more durable, longer-lasting, and provides superior soundproofing. It is also a better insulator, which can help reduce energy costs. Drywall is easier to remove for future renovations.

Aesthetics: Drywall provides a smooth, uniform surface ready for paint or texture. Plaster offers a high-end, naturally textured look that can hide imperfections and is often preferred for achieving a classic or historic aesthetic.

Which is better? The choice depends on your priorities. Drywall is ideal for those prioritizing a lower upfront cost, faster installation, and DIY potential. Plaster is the better option for a higher-end project where durability, soundproofing, and a unique, premium finish are more important than the initial cost.

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