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Dlb Drywall
4.9(
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

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Warranties offered

"Dorian did an excellent job painting the entire interior of my home. His attention to detail was great, and he really cared for his work. He was able to notice any imperfections in the drywall and fix them. He used quality products and paint. He was very professional, and easy to work with. Overall, I am very satisfied with the work that was done and I would definitely recommend them."
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+72

Recommended by78%of homeowners
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The Patch Boys of Cook County
4.5(
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Patch Boys did an outstanding job repairing the drywall cracks in my home. The worker (Juan) showed up on time and stayed until all the work was completed to my satisfaction. Once all work was completed he cleaned up all work debris."
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+8

Response time9 hrs
Response rate91%
54 neighbors recently requested a quote
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VD Painting, Inc.
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"VD Painting did it all! They were so easy to work with. Quite and clean. I could not have asked to be matched with a better company. They do more than paint too!! It was an amazing experience for my first time hiring painters for a job that was simply to big for me. Thank You, VD Painting!"
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Precision Painting & Remodel
4.9(
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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"I also had them to put drywall up in many areas where I had holes in the walls from having electrical work done. They also did many handy man jobs I needed around my house. They put my electrical covers on the outlets I had done previously by an electrician, boards to my basement landing that had caved in, added caulking and installation to areas I pointed out, to putting up a new mailbox I had purchased. Anything I thought of they were able to do. I highly recommend them! The pricing was also comfortable and within my budget. The paint jobs was excellent too! I am going to hire them again in a few weeks for another project I have. Thanks Fernando and crew!"
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+9

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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FA General Contruction
5.0(
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Filmon has done two projects for us. Both well done. He’s an excellent, careful craftsman. He can find the source of a problem, evaluate a situation and resolve it. I will use him again."
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Bathroom remodeling

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Recommended by64%of homeowners
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Filmon Abraham
5.0(
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I needed to remodel my kitchen that had oak cabinetry. Filmon sanded and spray painted the cabinets to give it manufacturer-painted look and feel. He installed new flooring and glass kitchen backsplash. The kitchen Is now brighter and looks like newly built. Fair pricing too."
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+35

Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

The easiest way to cut holes in drywall for electrical boxes is to use a spiral saw with a drywall router bit. Hang the drywall without cutting out a hole for the box, but make sure you measure and mark where the box is located on the wall. Once you screw in the drywall sheet, drill a small hole into the box void, insert the spiral saw bit, and move it around the edge of the box using the inside wall as a guide. You can also use an oscillating multi-tool with an electrical box cutout for fast, professional results.

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.

Metal corners, often referred to as corner beads for square corners, are used on drywall installations to provide structural reinforcement to vulnerable outside corners. Their usage safeguards against chipping, denting, or other forms of damage, enhancing the overall durability of the wall. Metal corners also offer a precise and straight edge that facilitates sharp and clean lines, crucial for achieving a polished and professional finish.

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.

When sanding drywall mud, you’re going to create a very fine dust that may contain silica. Silica dust contains crystalline silica, which can cause long-term illnesses for people who inhale it in significant quantities. Wear a mask while sanding drywall. Then dampen a drywall sponge to wipe the dust off the drywall, helping to reduce the amount of dust that may become airborne.

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