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Avatar for Rey's Painting & Drywall LLC
Rey's Painting & Drywall LLC
5.0(
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Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

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"Landi and his team were awesome! Super easy to work with, very professional, and the quality of the painting and drywall work was excellent. Everything came out better than expected and was finished on time. I would definitely use Rey’s Painting & Drywall LLC again and recommend them to anyone."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Luviano's Company
4.9(
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Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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"We are so glad we hired Eddie and his Team for our basement drywall installation! They completed the drywall for our bathroom and around our mechanical area. We reached out for a quote and Eddie came out that same week, and was able to start our project within a few days. They were very professional and did an amazing job cutting the drywall to the basement ceiling (we will be doing a blackout ceiling). We will absolutely be calling them when we are ready to proceed with the next portion of our basement!"
Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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The Patch Boys of Cook County
4.5(
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"i call patch boys for repair of drywall in bathroom due to leaking tube drain from unit above me , they came out to give me estimate on repairs and the were very reasonable price they came out to do the work they were right on time with appointment never late they did a fabulous job i would highly recommend them to friends and family i give them 5+rating on quality of work i cannot thanks them enough for the drywall repair"
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate91%
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WINDY CITY DRYWALL 2 INC.
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Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

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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
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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YB Paint
4.8(
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Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

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Warranties offered

"Have been renovating my kitchen and has been able to fix everything for me. Drywall install, kitchen sink plumbing hookup and garbage disposal, new faucet. Knows what he is doing and is always very helpful."
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+19

Response time4 hrs
Response rate94%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lupfer Builders
4.6(
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Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dave and his crew were categorically outstanding. Our lower level was a mess after a new sump was installed. It required new drywall and some drywall damage repair and painting. New trim was installed. Finally, a laminate floor was installed. Everything used was top quality. No corners were cut. They were focused on a quality installation and that's exactly what we got. The rest of the house was protected from dust, footprints, and other damage. Every evening the area was left clean and dust-free. When the project was done I felt as though I lost friends. I found Dave to be fair, clear, and honest to a fault. He is a good person. I apologize to Dave for the delay in posting this. But it gives me an opportunity to say it still looks as good as it did on completion. We could not be any happier. It was our fortune to find him. The final cost was very fair."
David Lupfer
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+11

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Rick's Decorating Service
4.6(
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Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1983

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Rick did a great job on a difficult project that included removing sub-par work by previous contractors, mating new drywall to existing plaster, repairing 57 y.o. plaster walls and ceilings then painting. Looks great and he is the consummate professional."
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+36

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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PatchMaster Serving Chicago’s North Shore
5.0(
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Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Warranties offered

"My project consisted of removing some existing drywall and insulation on an exterior facing wall. PatchMaster did a great job, completed the work in one day, kept the area clean, and disposed of the waste material. Great work and would definitely use them again."
Response time1 day
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

To hide drywall edges, you need to properly apply drywall tape and multiple layers of joint compound. These materials hide the seams between drywall sheets and fill the holes from drywall screws, leaving behind a smooth, flat finish to paint over. Apply joint compound smoothly, and finish the job by sanding the walls to make sure you fully hide drywall edges and other imperfections.

Brick and stucco are a lot more different. You must use picture hanging clips designed for brick walls, or use a plaster rail system with adjustable hooks. Any other type of hanging hardware will cause damage to the bricks behind. You won’t be able to really use nails, either, because they’re not strong enough to go into the bricks.

Yes, drywall can hold a 50-pound TV. However, when mounting a TV, you’ll either need to attach it to wall studs or use drywall anchors. If you use anchors, make sure to buy a type that can hold at least 50 pounds. Molly bolts, threaded anchors, and toggle bolts are all good options. For extra support, you can also install a wall mounting plate with the anchors.

Fixing ceiling nail pops involves similar steps to wall repair, with the major difference being the orientation of the work. Ceiling nail pops can be more challenging because you may need to work overhead, which can be physically demanding and require additional safety precautions. Additionally, the ceiling may have different materials or finishes, such as textured surfaces, which can affect the repair process. Otherwise, the fundamental steps are the same.

Although they have similar applications, spackle and joint compound are not the same. Their primary differences lie in their composition, consistency, and ideal use cases.

Spackle is composed of gypsum and binding agents, making it thicker than joint compound. It dries quickly and is easy to sand, which makes it ideal for small wall repair projects like filling nail holes or patching minor damage.

Joint compound, also known as drywall mud, consists of limestone and gypsum. It is primarily used for large-scale projects, such as taping and finishing the seams on newly installed drywall. It tends to shrink more than spackle and can be more difficult to spread.

While both products can be used to fill small depressions and cracks, spackle cannot replace joint compound for taping and mudding new drywall. Conversely, you can often use joint compound for small patching jobs typically done with spackle.

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