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Mr. Perfect Painting & Home Improvement
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Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"So after searching on Angie I found Curtis for the job I was looking for which was drywall work. I spoke to him that day . He was ready to get the job done. He came work fast and quickly. I was happy with his service. You get my 5 stars ⭐️. Keep up the great work ."
Response time1 day
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Elite Construction
4.5(
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Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

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Offers commercial services

"I hired them to drywall my entire upstairs ceiling. They did good work in a reasonable amount of time for a good price. Communicated well. All in all an excellent experience, and I would hire them again."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate85%
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JRG Remodeling
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Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

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"I had a basement storm door replaced Basement damaged drywall repaired and a huge crack in my living room ceiling 2 smaller ones and 1 huge one they worked all day from the time they got there til the early evening they did a great job would recommend to anyone"
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Blue Monarch Painting and Handyman Services L.L.C.
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Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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Offers commercial services

"Yes, They were beyond helpful and the work was amazing. He was here on time ready to work until the job was done. He was very neat and helpful with ideas for a better installation for my project. I did not realize the work it takes to install a Murphy bed but he got it done. If you need anything done this is your go to guy!"
Response time6 hrs
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Cesar Lorenzo
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Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Great job by Cesar! Very professional and great communication. Both my bedroom and bathroom look great! Always cleaned up after he left and vacuumed. The job took three days and it was well worth it. Cesar went way out of his way to fix things that needed to get done even without asking. Thank you Cesar"
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714 Carpentry
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Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time1 day
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

You should always hang drywall from the top down. Starting at the top makes it easier to create a straight, tight line between the ceiling and the wall. Any gaps that occur will be at the bottom, where they are easier to manage. You can either cut the bottom piece of drywall to fit the remaining space or cover the gap with baseboard trim. Additionally, starting at the top is physically easier, as you won't have to fit the top sheet into a tight space between the lower sheet and the ceiling, or try to balance the upper sheets on the lower ones while securing them.

New plaster must be fully dry and cured before painting. The drying time for plaster ranges from 1 to 4 hours, but the curing process can take more than five days, depending on various factors, including humidity levels, temperature, the amount of plaster used, and airflow in the area. You should always apply primer before painting plaster.

Yes, you can speed up the time it takes for plaster to dry, but it's important to do so carefully to avoid issues like cracking or crumbling. Proper ventilation is key; open a window or use a fan to circulate air in the room. Heat can also accelerate drying, but be cautious, as too much heat can cause the plaster to dry too quickly and crack. Check the plaster's packaging for the recommended drying temperature and set the room's thermostat accordingly. While managing humidity is important, avoid using a dehumidifier, which can remove moisture too aggressively and result in crumbly plaster.

A nail in drywall cannot hold very much—usually only a few pounds. A nail in a stud can add support and hold around 20 pounds. If you are trying to hang something heavier, get some help from drywall anchors—toggle bolts are very strong and able to withstand more weight.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

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