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Avatar for Luviano's Company
Luviano's Company
4.9(
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Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

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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
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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The Patch Boys of Cook County
4.5(
130
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Kevin

+8

Response time9 hrs
Response rate91%
44 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excellence Painting
4.8(
45
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Cannot even tell we had waterlogged drywall! He cut out the wet stuff, installed new drywall, taped and mudded and painted. My wife and kids were all shocked you cannot even tell where the replacement drywall begins and ends. Excellent work!"
Response time9 hrs
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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MJ Orlowski, Inc.
5.0(
20
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"MJ did a great job repairing some drywall damage caused by the removal of a chair rail. He was able to come out the day after I accepted his estimate. He set up quickly and was very attentive in ensuring his work met his high standards. He returned later the same day, after the skim coating had dried, to sand and prime. I am very pleased with the results and will reach out to him again for future project."
Kids bedroom
Outcome - nice, bright ,clean look
Evanston kitchen ceiling
Bright white ceiling
Bathroom vanity

+88

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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House Doctors of Northern Illinois
5.0(
35
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

At House Doctors of Northern Illinois, we specialize in professional shower conversion. I transform outdated tubs into modern, easy-access showers with durable materials, proper waterproofing, and clean finishes—creating a safer, stylish, and functional space designed for everyday comfort and long-lasting performance. Contact Eric at 815-981-0002 for more details!!\n\nWe specialize in bathroom remodels, kitchen updates, basement finishing, tile installation, flooring, painting, carpentry, drywall repair, and general home maintenance. No project is too small—our goal is to help homeowners keep their properties safe, functional, and beautiful.\n

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+41

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Nunez Painting and Drywall
5.0(
4
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Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! \n

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Mars Painting
4.9(
26
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Drywall - Install

Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Crews from Mars painting are exceptional. Totally exceeded my expectations. If you need any drywall work or painting please look no further, you won’t be disappointed. The crews are very courteous and polite, great hard working people!"
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+35

18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Jay Dzik Painting
5.0(
8
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Jay to repair a water damaged portion of our ceiling caused by a leaky roof. Not only did he give us a fair quote on the interior drywall work to be done, he also advised that we ensure the attic where the leak had been coming in was treated for potential mold so that the project could be done right. He did a great job., kept the worksite clean and accessible to us in between visits, and was extremely pleasant to work with. We’ve already recommended him to others given his attention to detail and care."
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Chicago Gold Coast

+19

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kallos Custom Interiors
5.0(
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Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Huck is knowledgeable, a great communicator, and an overall nice guy who does great work. He recently fixed some stress cracks in our plaster and drywall. I liked his work so much that we had him back to re-tile our shower space. The work all turned out great! 10/10 recommend."
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Butcherblock
Butcherblock
Counter Top install

+9

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

You can skim coat plaster, but it’s better to repair the plaster itself. A skim coat is a thin coat of drywall joint compound spread over the surface of a wall. The result is a flat finish that looks pleasing, but part of the appeal of plaster is its imperfections and aesthetic. Skim coating is best when limited to drywall applications.

The best tool for skim coating drywall is a skim coating blade, which can smooth out joint compound in wide stretches. While you could use a smaller drywall knife for skim coating, the smaller size means it’ll take longer to smooth out each section. Instead, consider investing in a skim coating blade for the quickest application.

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.

If you don’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—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.

Plaster that sags or bulges, shows extensive deep cracks, or is crumbling from water damage or simply time may need replacement. Plaster walls can look a little “worn” for a long time before they need replacing. The only real way to know if it needs a replacement is to hire a professional to assess the condition of the plaster.

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