Does it matter which way you lay drywall?

• <div><p>It doesn’t matter which way you lay drywall, and you can choose to install it horizontally or vertically depending on the size of the wall and how tall the ceiling is. It’s easier to lay drywall sheets vertically if you have a taller ceiling, but laying sheets horizontally makes it easier to apply joint compound. </p></div>

Is it difficult to drywall a ceiling?

• <div><p>It is more difficult to drywall a ceiling than it is to drywall a wall, but not so hard that DIYers can’t tackle it. One of the main issues with hanging drywall on your ceiling is getting it into place. Drywall isn’t light so, if you are hanging full drywall panels, you will need at least two (it’s better with more) people to hold the panel while you drill it into the ceiling as a single piece can weigh between 40 and 60 pounds and will need to be held in place for up to 10 minutes.</p></div>

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Q: Does it matter which way you lay drywall?

• <div><p>It doesn&rsquo;t matter which way you lay drywall, and you can choose to install it horizontally or vertically depending on the size of the wall and how tall the ceiling is. It&rsquo;s easier to lay drywall sheets vertically if you have a taller ceiling, but laying sheets horizontally makes it easier to apply joint compound. </p></div>

Q: Can one person hang drywall?

• <div><p>Yes, it&rsquo;s possible to hang drywall by yourself, but it can be challenging (and more expensive). Without an extra set of hands, you&rsquo;ll need to invest in a drywall lift to position the heavy drywall sheets on the wall. You can buy one of these <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-tools-are-needed-drywall-repair.htm">drywall tools</a> for a few hundred dollars at your nearest home improvement store.</p></div>

Q: How long should I wait between coats of drywall mud?

• <div><p>You should wait at least 24 hours between each coat of drywall mud before sanding and adding another coat. This ensures the mud dries completely, although drying time depends on temperature, humidity, and the type of compound used. Lightweight muds dry faster, while heavier all-purpose compounds take longer. Always check for firmness and dryness before sanding or applying the next layer.</p></div>

Q: Can I install a TV mount on drywall?

• <div><p>If you don&rsquo;t have studs in the area where you want to install your TV mount, you may still be able to install a TV mount on drywall. The easiest way to install a mount on drywall is by using drywall anchors&mdash;but not just any plastic anchors. Choose molly bolts or toggle anchors, which have a weight capacity of around 50 pounds. For added support, consider pairing drywall anchors with a wall mounting plate. Extra heavy TVs may need to be mounted via the ceiling joists or beams.</p></div>

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Reviewed in November 2018
I highly recommend A1 Quality Construction. We were looking to have 3 rooms in our basement framed, new electrical, drywall, floor and trimmed out. Dan was quick to meet with me to review my project and he provided an initial quote the same day, which was quite a bit less than the...
A1 Quality Construction Services, Inc.
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Reviewed in June 2018
We hired him to have our basement finished. At first, he was very responsive. They came out to my house 3 days in a row and worked for a few hours. The first thing I noticed was that they had taken the screen out of the egress window and had forgotten to replace it, and they left the window wide...
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Reviewed in August 2016
Installed drywall mudded and finished sanding. Great work, completed promptly. Would do it again!
Liberty grace roofing and remodeling plllc
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Reviewed in June 2016
When the estimate was given, there was NO mention that I would have to hire someone else for the small drywall repair. This was a total surprise to me, an inconvenience, and it doubled the cost of the project. On top of that, the electricians did not use drop cloths to cover the work area. This...
Abp Electric
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Reviewed in January 2015
They seem to do good work, but they were HORRIBLE at communication. We waited for more than a month for them to start our job, all the while being assured every Friday afternoon that come Monday morning, they would be there and "camp out" until the job was done. Never happened. They were start...
Reading & Son Plumbing Inc
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Reviewed in January 2014
Fantastic. The water pipe had burst due to the below zero temps. After we had a company come out and fix the pipe, Randy came out and immediately started to fix the damage from water stains and drywall damage. The time taken to fix the area was about 12 hours due to letting the mud, sealant,...
Ellis Painting
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Reviewed in May 2010
He has been in for 4 days. His work is unbelievable. As far as his performance goes, I am seriously at loss of words. I don?t know what to say about the guy other than he is the best. He is ripping down all the walls in the kitchen. He is repairing any studs if need maybe and is placing new...
Precise Repair & Remodel
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"AJC Home Services was here this morning about 8:30 to cut down 12 very tall Evergreen trees. I watched them do this and it was very interesting to see the whole process. The 2 gentlemen were professional, hard working and thorough. They had them all cut down along with the clean-up in under 90 minutes. The stump grinding crew are on their way, as I write this to complete the job."

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"AJC Home Services was here this morning about 8:30 to cut down 12 very tall Evergreen trees. I watched them do this and it was very interesting to see the whole process. The 2 gentlemen were professional, hard working and thorough. They had them all cut down along with the clean-up in under 90 minutes. The stump grinding crew are on their way, as I write this to complete the job."

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