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"The job went amazing from start to finish. They were easy to communicate with and had great attention to detail. And, aside from amazing craftsmanship, I appreciated that each member of the crew was trustworthy."

Lauren S on July 2025

AR Painting And Renovations offers professional interior and exterior Renovations. The job can be as simple as only a piece of siding repair to a whole house siding replacement

"The job went amazing from start to finish. They were easy to communicate with and had great attention to detail. And, aside from amazing craftsmanship, I appreciated that each member of the crew was trustworthy."

Lauren S on July 2025


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MKD Drywall & painting services

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MKD Drywall & painting services

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
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MKD Drywall & Painting is a fully insured company that provides excellent quality work for your drywall and painting needs. Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today! ***for this month get 10% off on the total amount of your project***

"I had a drywall disaster one Saturday night. I thought the drywall on the affected wall would need to be replaced. As a matter of fact I was told that much by a very knowledgeable person. So I went to angie’s list with the intention to find a drywall installer. MKD was one of the providers i selected. I did that at about 8 pm on that Saturday night. I then turned on my TV to watch a movie not expecting anything till at least Monday morning. In about 3 minutes I got contacted by MKD and after discussing my options, I was happy to learn that all was not lost and that they could do a miracle saving me from installing new drywall - a 2k endeavor. And guess what, they could do it Sunday morning! Wow. Mario showed up exactly on time. He was very patient and friendly throughout the whole proce . He worked for about 7 hours and did an AMAZING job. I also asked him to touch an area in the kitchen that had bothered me and my wife for months. He took care of that too. We were a very happy family that night indeed. Thank you, Mario!! I’m going to use MKD for all my painting and deywall needs!"

Sergei G on January 2025

MKD Drywall & Painting is a fully insured company that provides excellent quality work for your drywall and painting needs. Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today! ***for this month get 10% off on the total amount of your project***

"I had a drywall disaster one Saturday night. I thought the drywall on the affected wall would need to be replaced. As a matter of fact I was told that much by a very knowledgeable person. So I went to angie’s list with the intention to find a drywall installer. MKD was one of the providers i selected. I did that at about 8 pm on that Saturday night. I then turned on my TV to watch a movie not expecting anything till at least Monday morning. In about 3 minutes I got contacted by MKD and after discussing my options, I was happy to learn that all was not lost and that they could do a miracle saving me from installing new drywall - a 2k endeavor. And guess what, they could do it Sunday morning! Wow. Mario showed up exactly on time. He was very patient and friendly throughout the whole proce . He worked for about 7 hours and did an AMAZING job. I also asked him to touch an area in the kitchen that had bothered me and my wife for months. He took care of that too. We were a very happy family that night indeed. Thank you, Mario!! I’m going to use MKD for all my painting and deywall needs!"

Sergei G on January 2025



Above Board Contractors

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We at Above Board Contractors are proud to do quality work, we've been remodeling entire homes. Our special focus is on remodeling kitchens, bathrooms, flooring and concrete work. No Job too small.

We at Above Board Contractors are proud to do quality work, we've been remodeling entire homes. Our special focus is on remodeling kitchens, bathrooms, flooring and concrete work. No Job too small.


Robles construction

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Robles construction

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We provide carpentry and drywall taping services, we have been in the carpentry business for 20+ years ,this is also a owner-operated business.

We provide carpentry and drywall taping services, we have been in the carpentry business for 20+ years ,this is also a owner-operated business.


Different level llc

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Different level llc

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Emergency services offered

We're a small family oriented company that started in 2017, we do general construction inside, and outside, we do it all, remodeling (renovation) is what we specialize in. We take pride in our work we treat your property like its our own to its little final detail we make it perfect

We're a small family oriented company that started in 2017, we do general construction inside, and outside, we do it all, remodeling (renovation) is what we specialize in. We take pride in our work we treat your property like its our own to its little final detail we make it perfect


Upscale Tile & Renovation

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Upscale Tile & Renovation

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The finest Tile, Drywall and General Contracting in the Chicago area! With over 35 years of experience we make dreams into reality and your vision into a plan. No project is to small or to big!

The finest Tile, Drywall and General Contracting in the Chicago area! With over 35 years of experience we make dreams into reality and your vision into a plan. No project is to small or to big!



My HandyMan Services is a whole home remodeling company, ready to take on any project whether it be big or small!


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Butler's Handyman Services

Plano Illinois
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Butler's Handyman Services

Plano Illinois
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2 years of experience

We are locally owned & operated "Professional Handyman" company with over 20 years in the home remodeling experience. We are your one-call solution for a wide range of home maintenance and repair needs. Our amazing team of craft people are experienced knowledgeable, multi-skilled, well trained,friendly, respectful and punctual!.

We are locally owned & operated "Professional Handyman" company with over 20 years in the home remodeling experience. We are your one-call solution for a wide range of home maintenance and repair needs. Our amazing team of craft people are experienced knowledgeable, multi-skilled, well trained,friendly, respectful and punctual!.

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Drywall questions, answered by experts

Cracks, holes, water damage, and dents from heavy equipment often require repair.

If you’re installing new drywall, you may need to skim coat the drywall first for a smooth finish and to allow the primer to adhere to the wall. It’s only necessary if there are imperfections in your drywall due to issues with the studs or improper drywall installation. If you’re refreshing existing walls, you may want to skim coat if there are imperfections across the wall. As an alternative, you can repair your drywall and sand it for a smooth finish before painting.

Yes, 1/2-inch thick drywall is commonly used for ceilings in residential construction. It provides adequate support and is easier to handle and install compared to thicker drywall sheets. Thicker drywall, such as 5/8-inch, is typically used for ceilings in commercial buildings or areas requiring additional fire resistance or soundproofing. However, for most standard residential applications, 1/2-inch drywall is sufficient and widely accepted.

Yes, it is possible to DIY install drywall, but it is a deceptively complicated process that can be quite frustrating if you don’t have experience. Prepare to cut and screw drywall, leave the proper gap distance for any seams, never leave the end of a piece of drywall hanging off of a stud, and cut out around electrical boxes and switches. Plus, getting the drywall to look good is challenging, especially when taping and spackling. That’s why it’s usually a better idea to hire a professional drywall installer to ensure high-quality results.

How you hang the drywall can affect the finishing process. It's often easier to finish horizontal drywall panels, as the seams run across the wall rather than up and down. Standard drywall panels are 48 inches wide, so the seam is easy to reach without bending down or stretching your arms.

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