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Avatar for Rocket Patch Drywall Repair
Rocket Patch Drywall Repair
5.0(
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Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Tim and his crew tore out my cracked plaster ceilings and replaced them with drywall. He showed up when he said he would, met the timeline he provided, and they did a nice job cleaning up after themselves."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate91%
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
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O'Leary Enterprises, LLC
4.6(
101
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Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

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
47 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Scott's Home Renewal
4.6(
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Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

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."
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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L & L Home Solutions With Universal Windows Direct
4.9(
88
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Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The team was on time and very friendly. They explained what they were going to do and got right to work. They laid out materials to cover our belongings in the bedroom as well as the carpet. After they had installed the insulation they patched the holes really well. I won't have to do any extra work! They even vacuumed after they were done which was really appreciated and a sign they care about the quality of the work they complete. I will hire them again in the future to complete more insulation of our attached garage. I would also recommend them to friends and family!"
Insulation Project
Insulation Project
Insulation Project
Insulation Project
Insulation Project

+2

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Rudy's Drywall Services, LLC
4.6(
25
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Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Rudy was professional, on time and kept in communication with me. He cleaned up after himself and did a great job. I would highly recommend him. I would hire him again. A very personable young man."
Bament
Kitchen repair
Flood Damage
Basment
Basment texture

+34

Response time1 day
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Drywall Insulation questions, answered by experts

The tool you use to sand plaster will depend on the size of the project. If you’re just working on a small section of your wall to get rid of an uneven spot on the surface, hand-sanding might work. However, for larger projects, a drywall sander can make a huge difference when it comes to both time and elbow grease—and an orbital sander can help for detailed areas such as around ceiling fans.

Your walls are likely cracking due to fluctuations in the temperature outside. Drywall tends to expand and contract when temperatures and humidity levels change, and this repeated movement can lead to cracks in your walls, particularly around door frames. If you have multiple diagonal cracks, you may want to have your foundation inspected, as cracks can also be a sign of a bigger issue.

You should wait at least 24 hours for drywall mud to dry before sanding or applying another coat. However, the exact drying time depends on several factors, including the thickness of the application, room temperature, humidity, and the type of compound used. Thicker layers, or projects in high humidity, may require 48 hours or more. Lightweight compounds tend to dry faster than heavier, all-purpose ones. You'll know the mud is ready when it feels completely dry and firm to the touch and has changed to a consistent light color. Sanding too early can cause smudging or gouges, so patience is essential for a smooth finish.

Depending on the place where the cutting error occurred, you may be able to fix it. Learning how to patch a hole in drywall is challenging, but if you can tape and mud drywall, you can do it. Having said that, patching is time consuming. Early in the installation process, you may find that it’s easier and far less time consuming to just start over with a new sheet of drywall, cutting a new hole in the right spot. You may be able to use part of the incorrectly cut piece elsewhere, so it’s not completely wasted.

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

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