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Avatar for O'Leary Enterprises, LLC
O'Leary Enterprises, LLC
4.6(
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Serving Earlham, 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!"
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Glenn Oaks Repair
Glenn Oaks Repair
Des Moines Water Damage

+15

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

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Adam immediately responded to my call and scheduled an appointment the next day to give us an estimate for our drywall repair. We had a walk-in shower installed and needed the drywall repaired around the removed tub unit area. He completely matched the drywall and orange peel texture of the wall. During the job, he covered and protected the surrounding area and cleaned up afterwards. Adam was professional in providing a description of work to be completed, the time it would take and flexible in setting, even changing, times needed to complete each step to match our schedule. I would highly recommend Adam for any drywall work, he was outstanding!"
Drywall repair & texture
Drywall repair & texture
Drywall repair & texture
Drywall repair & texture
Drywall repair & texture

+9

Response time9 hrs
Response rate86%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Scott's Home Renewal
4.6(
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Serving Earlham, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Andy's crew is very professional and did a great job. My home was difficult to get drywall into. They carried each sheet upstairs. Walls finished very well. Dedicated spray equipment created smooth application of knock down texture. Ceilings Looks great. No damage. No surprises. Priced right, but they weren't the cheapest option. On time. No excuses. They protected my property and cleaned up after themselves. As a property manager, I will definitely use Scott's again."
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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515 Painting & Home Services
5.0(
2
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Serving Earlham, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

515 Painting & Home Services is a professional painting company offering a vast array of residential and commercial painting and services in central Iowa. We believe in providing meticulous work at a fair price and superb customer service in every job we complete ? start to finish. After working as subcontractors for large painting contractors, we now offer our painting services directly to the customer, giving you the opportunity to hire our highly experienced team at affordable prices without paying the high prices of a large contractor; while also giving us the opportunity to establish relationships with our customers for a more personalized experience as a local, family-owned business. \n\nYou can always trust us for accurate estimates and speedy, reliable service. We know our customers take great pride in their homes and businesses, which is why we are proud to offer painting and repair services that will enhance and protect these spaces.\n\nWe look forward to hearing from you!

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Des Moines Area Roofing
4.8(
275
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Serving Earlham, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From the beginning to the end we had excellent customer service. Jan, office manager, kept us informed every day on the progress of the job. The owner, Tim, was very courteous, informative, and easy to work with. The last day finishing up the skylight the derecho hit and they worked quickly and safely to remove the equipment off the property. I'm sure they remember that day! The crew on the roof were excellent and they were meticulous in the final clean-up stage. We are pleased with our new skylights!"
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Better Basement Technologies LLC
4.6(
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Serving Earlham, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent experience.  They worked with me to come up with a solution, and did the work exactly as outlined.  The installation crew was very professional and efficient.  They took care to minimize the mess from an inherently messy job and did the work in a timely manner.  Would definitely use them again if the need arose."
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

The age of your home can clue you in to whether you have plaster or drywall ceilings. Homes built after the ‘70s are more likely to have drywall ceilings and walls, while older homes have plaster. You can also do the pushpin test: A pushpin will go into drywall, whereas it’s much harder to push one into a plaster wall. If you’re still unsure, ask a drywall professional to let you know which type of ceilings and walls you have.

Yes, if there is mold in your drywall mud and you then use it to build walls in your house—or if mold develops in your set drywall, like it can in hot and humid areas—it can lead to illness. Mold in your drywall (or other parts of your home) can make existing respiratory conditions or allergies worse, and the effect can be more intense for those who have existing health issues or compromised immune systems.

Plastering and skimming are two different techniques for finishing walls. Plastering involves applying a thick layer of a plaster mixture—typically containing gypsum, lime, cement, sand, and water—to create a new surface. This process often requires multiple coats and is used for repairing significant damage or creating decorative textures. Skimming, on the other hand, is a technique that involves applying a thin layer of drywall compound or joint compound over an existing surface to smooth it out, covering minor imperfections, small cracks, or uneven textures for a polished look. Plastering is generally more costly and labor-intensive than skimming. Although some people use the terms interchangeably, they refer to different processes and materials.

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