What kind of drill bit should I use to drill into a wall stud?

• <div><p>Choose a drill bit that is the size of the screws of the anchors you will use. You aren’t drilling through metal or concrete—hopefully—so any standard twist, wooden or all-purpose drill bit will work fine. It’s also important to have a screwdriver capable of drilling through the drywall and into the stud. The good news is most available drills, even the older ones, can do this with no issue.</p></div>

How much does it cost to replace a plaster ceiling?

• <div><p>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 <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cost-to-replace-plaster-with-drywall.htm">cost to replace plaster with drywall</a> is higher—running between $720 and $1,250 for a 10-by-8-foot wall or ceiling (not including drywall finishing). </p></div>

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Q: How do you know if black mold is behind drywall?

• <div><p>If you suspect black mold is inside your walls, do not punch a hole in the drywall yourself to look. Call a mold inspection expert to help you. Some signs of a potential black mold infestation inside the wall include an unexplained musty, damp smell. Some people liken it to rotting vegetables. You may smell it most strongly through a wall outlet. If you and your family are experiencing constant coughing or symptoms that feel like an unexplained allergy, it could indicate black mold behind a wall.</p></div>

Q: Is it possible to rewire a house without removing any drywall?

• <div><p>Yes, it is possible to rewire a house without removing the drywall, but this doesn&rsquo;t work in all homes. You can pull out old wires and insert new ones if you have access to the wiring system via the ceiling or through a crawl space. Some pros can also use a magnetic kit to fish the old wire out of the wall through a hole cavity and install the new wires. Just keep in mind that doing this is less stable than removing drywall, as you won&rsquo;t be able to staple the wires into the framing.</p></div>

Q: How do I maintain drywall in a business setting?

• <div><p>Regular inspections, repainting, and avoiding moisture exposure help maintain integrity.</p></div>

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R & W Property Solutions

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"They did exactly what I asked and the yard looked nice after they finished!!"

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"Jeremy was fantastic. Extremely professional, knowledgeable. He installed our Schlage keyless door locks, hung our tv's and also hooks for coats in laundry room. He came prepared with all tools and everything he did was top notch perfect. We will ask Jeremy again for his services. I would recommend him to anyone as he has a wide range of experience for any home tasks or needs. Thanks again Jeremy!!!!! You were great."

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Chaud Company Plumbing Services LLC

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Serving Fairfield, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

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the leak was a drip at an elbow on the softener cold water feed. it had dripped a long time as it didn't show until the sheetrock was
saturated and mold started. I opened the ceiling and the wall and located how for it had run giving me a good look at the zigzag

placement of the water line when the softener was installed. The provider readily agreed to clean that up with the cost of a foot or two of pipe. I am completely happy
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Serving Fairfield, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

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"It went pretty smoothly. One of the best contractors I have had from Choice Home Warranty. Century Restoration Maintenance, LLC and owner PeAyre Gardner were awesome. I have had CHW several years and I wanted to cancel because every thing we called about they denied the claim. My husband decided to keep them. I was pleasantly surprised that they fixed both the leak and drywall in the ceiling from the leak. I did have to provide extra pics from the leak before it was approved as initially the claim was denied."

Recommended by82%of homeowners

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Hampton Heating and Plumbing

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Serving Fairfield, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

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We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to reach or exceed your expectations as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business.\n

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American Home Shield – Home Warranty

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"Well, the first time the replacement was ordered it was the wrong one, which of course, delayed the installation a week. When it was finally installed I had to pay an additional $850 for code upgrades. This I was not informed of by Home Shield. Then we noticed that there was water on the garage floor and found that the pipe coming in from the wall was leaking at the wall so had to call the plumbing company back out to fix it. They first tried to say it was not their fault but since there wasn't a leak before they installed they did fix it. I have used Home Shield a few times before and never had a problem. Some of the companies they use are not the best so you have to research them before you commit. I have found HS service to be good if you do your homework. At the end of the day I was without hot water for almost 3 weeks but it was do to the plumbing company they sent out."

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StateLine Drywall LLC Facebook

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Serving Fairfield, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

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"They came out quickly and gave me a competitive quote. Although it was a small job they scheduled me in quickly. I told them I wanted a turnkey job meaning I didn't want to hire someone else to paint the new drywall. They did a great job and matched the drywall texture perfectly. I would hire them again ."

Recommended by50%of homeowners

Serving Fairfield, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

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Offers commercial services

we make the job fast and good quality jobs. people like quality but like fast work. we are your guys to get

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Emilio Orbe Drywall

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Welcome to Emilio Orbe Drywall!\nMon-Sat: 8am - 5pm\nYoe: 10+\n

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With 4 years of experience, Quality Drywall is the company you need to take care of your home or business. We offer quality work at an affordable rate. Give Quality Drywall a call today!

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Drywall questions, answered by experts

If you suspect black mold is inside your walls, do not punch a hole in the drywall yourself to look. Call a mold inspection expert to help you. Some signs of a potential black mold infestation inside the wall include an unexplained musty, damp smell. Some people liken it to rotting vegetables. You may smell it most strongly through a wall outlet. If you and your family are experiencing constant coughing or symptoms that feel like an unexplained allergy, it could indicate black mold behind a wall.

Choose a drill bit that is the size of the screws of the anchors you will use. You aren’t drilling through metal or concrete—hopefully—so any standard twist, wooden or all-purpose drill bit will work fine. It’s also important to have a screwdriver capable of drilling through the drywall and into the stud. The good news is most available drills, even the older ones, can do this with no issue.

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).

Yes, it is possible to rewire a house without removing the drywall, but this doesn’t work in all homes. You can pull out old wires and insert new ones if you have access to the wiring system via the ceiling or through a crawl space. Some pros can also use a magnetic kit to fish the old wire out of the wall through a hole cavity and install the new wires. Just keep in mind that doing this is less stable than removing drywall, as you won’t be able to staple the wires into the framing.

Regular inspections, repainting, and avoiding moisture exposure help maintain integrity.

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