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Avatar for WINDY CITY DRYWALL 2 INC.
WINDY CITY DRYWALL 2 INC.
4.4(
50
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Install

Serving Darien, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Windy City Drywall, was very professional. The ceiling in a bedroom of a 1920â s bungalow clasped, Windy City Drywall fixed it quickly, it looks as if nothing ever happened. I ð ¯ recommend them!"
Response time8 hrs
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Lawrence I.
4.9(
188
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Darien, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Lawrence expertly combines drywall repair and painting into one great experience in repair and restoration of my walls. He is very professional and friendly and reasonably priced, combining both drywall repair and painting into one reasonable flat price."
Plaster repair
Plaster repair
plaster repair
Water damage
Plaster repair

+13

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Tadashi Painting
Tadashi Painting
4.9(
45
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving Darien, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kevin and crew did an outstanding job. They patched in some drywall and painted my bathroom. I can’t tell where they patched after they painted. The crew was professional and accommodating to my interrupting to check on progress. I will be hiring Tadashi Painting again for future jobs!"
Coupon
Replace cedar siding
Refurbished Front Door
Wood Work
Finished Garage

+14

Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Suburban Handyman LLC
Suburban Handyman LLC
5.0(
66
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving Darien, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Very very professional and he does excellent work as we had our bedroom painted and on suite bathroom, also Tom repaired a small section of our drywall in our garage, his workmanship is excellent, and he moved some furnature and cleaned the space when he finished, a very professional job well done, we would definitely recommend him !"
Balcony Deck
balcony deck
balcony deck
Balcony deck
Balcony Deck

+57

Response time4 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by67%of homeowners
Avatar for PatchMaster Chicago's SouthWest Suburbs
PatchMaster Chicago's SouthWest Suburbs
5.0(
15
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For BusinessDrywall - Repair+1 more

Serving Darien, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

PatchMaster Chicago's South West Suburbs is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. We have accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. Customer satisfaction guaranteed!

Full ceiling
Drywall Lift
Popcorn Ceiling Removal
Rental Property Turnover
Rental Property Turnover

+2

Avatar for Rodrigo's Painting 1 Inc.
Rodrigo's Painting 1 Inc.
4.6(
29
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving Darien, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Manny and his crew performed excellent drywall patching in multiple ceiling areas due to a leaking roof. The work was so excellent that there is no evidence of the cut outs at all. He arrived on time, took great care of our personal property and the customer service was superb. He also completed the job one business day ahead of time. The cleanup was good without evidence of drywall repair. I will definitely use this company in the future and plan to try out their painting services! 😘"
Kitchen
Main from door
Parking garage
Tonw home
Kitchen

+163

Response time4 hrs
Response rate93%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

The average cost to apply a skip-trowel drywall texture to walls is $1.25 to $2.00 per square foot. Ceilings cost slightly more because of the increased difficulty of working overhead. Additional cost factors include any drywall repairs and removal of existing textures or wallpaper.

Plaster ceilings can sag for several reasons. In some cases, the plaster and other building materials shift and come apart over time, which is why you’ll commonly find drooping plaster ceilings in older homes. Improper installation, foot traffic, and water damage—often from a leaky roof or a broken pipe—can also cause plaster ceilings to sag.

While every home has its own unique needs, ceiling drywall installation typically follows a staggered or stepped pattern to enhance structural integrity and reduce the visibility of seams. Starting from one corner, sheets are placed perpendicular to the ceiling joists, with the ends of adjacent sheets meeting along the center of the joist. The next row begins with a half sheet, ensuring joints don't align vertically. This alternating pattern, combined with proper taping and mudding, creates a seamless appearance and strengthens the ceiling structure, minimizing the risk of cracks over time.

You should leave a gap between drywall sheets because they naturally expand and contract along with the building framing as temperature and humidity change. Most pro drywall installers leave a gap of about ⅛ inch between drywall sheets, allowing the sheets to expand, contract, and shift without cracking or becoming damaged. If you don’t leave enough gaps between slabs, the edges will press against each other when they expand, and the pressure can cause visible cracks.

You should wait at least 24 hours for drywall mud to dry before sanding or applying another coat. However, the exact drying time depends on several factors, including the thickness of the application, room temperature, humidity, and the type of compound used. Thicker layers, or projects in high humidity, may require 48 hours or more. Lightweight compounds tend to dry faster than heavier, all-purpose ones. You'll know the mud is ready when it feels completely dry and firm to the touch and has changed to a consistent light color. Sanding too early can cause smudging or gouges, so patience is essential for a smooth finish.

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