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Hensel Plastering, LLC
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Albany, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Contractor clean and respectful of my property. did a wonderful job in multiple areas of my home. He arrived as scheduled and completed job as scheduled."
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Response time9 hrs
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Chris Miller Contracting LLC
4.8(
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Albany, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Chris Miller Contracting is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a\nstandard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is\nthe quality of service we bring to our customers. We have accurate knowledge of our trade\ncombined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our\ncustomers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Nick's Drywall Services
4.6(
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving Albany, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"the project was drywall repair and texturing: customer satisfaction, quality work done efficiently is nicks work ethic and priced right you can't go wrong with Nicks Drywall Service."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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James & Sons Plaster & Drywall
5.0(
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Serving Albany, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!\n

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Dentist office remodel
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Dentist office remodel

+9

Response time7 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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QC FIRST CLASS CONSTRUCTION LLC
5.0(
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving Albany, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

QC FIRST CLASS CONSTRUCTION LLC proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!\n

Response time2 days
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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
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Serving Albany, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Had to file a claim for new clothes dryer, and repairs on fridge. Foothills Star Appliance came to look at both. Eric was the repairman. He was friendly, answered all my questions, and very professional. I would highly recommend his company."
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

You do not need to drywall over most types of garage insulation. However, doing so can increase noise reduction, make the space more attractive, and keep children and pets from touching harmful fiberglass insulation. If you’re using cellulose or some other type of blown-in insulation (fiberglass and mineral wool are common), you will need drywall to contain the insulation material.

All plaster walls will crack over time due to normal house settling and expansion and contraction from temperature and moisture changes. Small, thin hairline cracks are generally not serious and are mostly a cosmetic issue. However, larger or more significant cracks can indicate structural problems.

Here's how to tell the difference:

  • Cosmetic Cracks: Cracks that are 0.5 cm (0.2 inches) or thinner are typically cosmetic.

  • Structural Cracks: Cracks wider than 0.5 cm, excessive or deep cracks, multiple cracks in the same area, or cracks that span around corners can signify a structural or foundation issue. Cracks along the joints where walls meet the ceiling also warrant attention.

For cracks wider than 0.5 cm, structural repair is needed. If a crack is 2.5 cm (1 inch) or wider, or if you notice any signs of a structural problem, it is best to contact a plaster repair professional to assess the damage.

Yes, you can hammer a nail into a wall stud. But before you do, it’s important to confirm that you’re actually nailing into a stud—and not wiring, pipes, or ductwork. To check, find a few more studs in the wall, then measure to make sure they’re either 16 or 24 inches apart.

Drywall can be installed directly on ceiling joists. In fact, this method is common in many construction projects. Drywall sheets are attached to the joists using screws, ensuring a secure and stable installation. Before attaching the drywall, it's important to mark the joist locations on the ceiling, allowing for accurate screw placement. Proper spacing between screws and careful taping and mudding of joints are crucial to creating a smooth and flawless ceiling surface. If the joists are in good condition and level, installing drywall directly on them is a practical and efficient approach.

A common cause of separation between a wall and the ceiling is truss lift—this can happen to the ceiling of rooms directly under the attic when the seasons change and wood building materials dry out, shrink, and shift. Roof trusses often dry out at different speeds, and if the bottom pieces dry out faster than the top pieces, they can shrink and pull the attached drywall away from ceilings and walls, causing cracks. Fortunately, truss lift is only a cosmetic problem, not a structural problem, and you can fix it by separating the ceiling drywall from the roof trusses, and patching the cracks.

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