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Q&M LLC

4.53(
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Q&M LLC

4.53(
19
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Customers say: Quality work
64 local quotes requested
6 years of experience

Welcome to Q&M LLC, your trusted source for top-quality home services in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and the surrounding areas. With over 4 years of experience, we are a proud family-owned business dedicated to exceptional customer service and superior results. We specialize in all types of concrete work, including driveways, patios, and sidewalks. Our team takes the time to understand your needs, ensuring your vision becomes a reality. What sets us apart is our competitive pricing and commitment to clear communication. We also have fluent Spanish speakers on our team to better serve our Spanish-speaking customers.

"Reliable and on time with quality work I would highly recommend them"

Michael Z on July 2025

Welcome to Q&M LLC, your trusted source for top-quality home services in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and the surrounding areas. With over 4 years of experience, we are a proud family-owned business dedicated to exceptional customer service and superior results. We specialize in all types of concrete work, including driveways, patios, and sidewalks. Our team takes the time to understand your needs, ensuring your vision becomes a reality. What sets us apart is our competitive pricing and commitment to clear communication. We also have fluent Spanish speakers on our team to better serve our Spanish-speaking customers.

"Reliable and on time with quality work I would highly recommend them"

Michael Z on July 2025

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Feel Good Contracting, LLC

New on AngiNew on Angi
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Feel Good Contracting, LLC

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Free onsite estimate
Emergency services offered

Feel good contracting LLC is here to make home improvements easy and affordable

Feel good contracting LLC is here to make home improvements easy and affordable

Vanguard Construction LLC

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Vanguard Construction LLC

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2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Vanguard Construction LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Vanguard Construction LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Gutted to Glory

4.96(
39
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Gutted to Glory

4.96(
39
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

It can be a daunting task looking for not only the right contractor for your job but also the right contractor for you. We completely understand what you're going through. We know every customer has different desires, different needs and different schedules. We're not only here to turn your ideas into reality but to make it a memorable experience every step of the way. Call us right now, no matter where you are in the planning process.

"Up front honest and very professional"

Shane P on November 2021

It can be a daunting task looking for not only the right contractor for your job but also the right contractor for you. We completely understand what you're going through. We know every customer has different desires, different needs and different schedules. We're not only here to turn your ideas into reality but to make it a memorable experience every step of the way. Call us right now, no matter where you are in the planning process.

"Up front honest and very professional"

Shane P on November 2021

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Four Star Drywall

5.00(
2
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Four Star Drywall

5.00(
2
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
38 local quotes requested

We specialize in drywall. From hanging all the way to the finished product. We can take on any size project from patches to apartment complexes and commercial buildings. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"No gaps and clean pick up after work was completed. correct construction regulations."

Alvaro H on November 2023

We specialize in drywall. From hanging all the way to the finished product. We can take on any size project from patches to apartment complexes and commercial buildings. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"No gaps and clean pick up after work was completed. correct construction regulations."

Alvaro H on November 2023

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Hunter Handiworks

4.90(
10
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Hunter Handiworks

4.90(
10
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75 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

At Hunter Handiworks, we specialize in handling the small jobs that others often overlook — the quick fixes, touch-ups, and everyday tasks that make a big difference in your home or business. Whether it's patching drywall, replacing fixtures, assembling furniture, or tackling odd jobs around the house, we take pride in delivering reliable, detail-focused service with a personal touch.

"Professional, flexible, timely and cost efficient. Proficient in a variety of construction skills."

Daniel F on November 2025

At Hunter Handiworks, we specialize in handling the small jobs that others often overlook — the quick fixes, touch-ups, and everyday tasks that make a big difference in your home or business. Whether it's patching drywall, replacing fixtures, assembling furniture, or tackling odd jobs around the house, we take pride in delivering reliable, detail-focused service with a personal touch.

"Professional, flexible, timely and cost efficient. Proficient in a variety of construction skills."

Daniel F on November 2025

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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

You can technically just paint over hairline cracks in plaster since these cracks are often harmless, but this will mostly be a waste of paint. Paint will only hide the hairline crack for a few months before it shows up again. The best solution is to repair the crack with flexible filler or joint compound before repainting.

Technically speaking, you can use drywall primer over plasters. However, oil-based primers work the most effectively on wall plasters. Meanwhile, water-based primers work just as well with drywalls. Nowadays, there are also universal primers suitable for drywall and plaster. Overall, you will be fine as long as you are using a trustworthy brand.

Ensures structural integrity and aesthetic consistency with proper materials and techniques.

It’s not a good idea to plaster over broken plaster (unless by broken you’re referring to cracked, in which case that’s perfectly fine). However, broken plaster can be a sign of a larger underlying issue like foundation damage or severe damage to the lath holding up the plaster, so it’s worth investigating before you simply plaster on top of the damage.

Applying plaster to a wall will usually cost between $2 and $10 per square foot for both the material and labor. The cost will vary based on the quality of the plaster you’re using and whether or not prep work is required before the work begins. Wall prep can add up to about 10% to your total costs. Plastering exterior walls can be more expensive in many cases because they are taller and require scaffolding and safety equipment.

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