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Avatar for The Patch Boys of Cook County
The Patch Boys of Cook County
4.5(
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Highwood, 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%
54 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excellence Painting
4.8(
45
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Highwood, 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
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
Michael B's Painting
4.6(
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Highwood, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"I intentionally delayed posting this review pending inspection of Michael’s work by a very discerning spouse. I am pleased to say that his work has passed scrutiny and I would consider him for future painting and drywall projects."
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+20

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lupfer Builders
4.6(
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For BusinessDrywall - Repair+1 more

Serving Highwood, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David and his crew, Will and Ed, were great to work with. The ceiling repair at my parents' home looks terrific. David was responsive to messages and the crew completed the work on time (based on the estimate). The cost was reasonable and within the budget. I especially appreciated that the crew arrived on time and kept the work area clean throughout the project. Would hire again for drywall repair and painting."
David Lupfer
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+11

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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PatchMaster Serving Chicago’s North Shore
5.0(
2
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For BusinessDrywall - Repair+1 more

Serving Highwood, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

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
Response rate100%
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RF Improvements Inc
4.7(
200
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Highwood, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Radek was on time and worked very efficiently. He communicated well with us. His drywall and painting work is excellent! He also cleaned up thoroughly when he was done. We have already requested another quote for another project we need to have done."
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+29

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Fix It Felix
4.8(
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Highwood, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Fix It Felix is incredibly prompt and fairly priced. He has completed projects for me including drywall finishing, painting and trim installation cleanly and fast. I have no problem trusting him to complete my next home project. -dean-"
Kitchen Backsplash
German Smear
Coffee Station
Bathroom Update
Kitchen Remodal

+3

Response time4 hrs
Response rate88%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

Plaster can be a difficult DIY to master, especially if you plan to plaster an entire room, rather than patch a small area. Before you begin a plaster DIY project, you need to know which tools and type of plaster to use. It's also important to know how to prepare the surface and apply the plaster for a smooth finish. If that all sounds like a lot of work, you may prefer hiring a local plaster repair contractor to do the job.

There are six levels of drywall finish, from 0 to 5, that refer to the amount of work performed during the finishing process.

Level 0: Drywall is hung with no finishing work.

Level 1: Tape is placed over the seams between drywall sheets.

Level 2: A thin layer of mud is applied over the tape and screw holes. This level is common for utility rooms or walls that will be covered.

Level 3: A full coat of mud covers the screw holes and tape, but the surface is not sanded. This is often used in garages.

Level 4: This is the most common finish for visible interior walls. It involves applying two coats of mud over seams and screw holes, with sanding between each coat, creating a smooth surface ready for flat paint.

Level 5: This is a high-end finish for luxury homes. It includes full taping, mudding, and sanding, plus a final skim coat over the entire surface before painting.

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.

It's generally recommended to hang drywall on the ceiling first before moving on to the walls. This sequence allows the ceiling sheets to provide support for the vertical wall sheets. By attaching the ceiling drywall initially, you establish a solid framework to align and attach the wall panels accurately. This method ensures a seamless and sturdy connection between the ceiling and walls, resulting in a more professional finish.

While it’s most common to sand plaster dry, it is possible to wet-sand plaster, too. Doing so can reduce the amount of plaster dust released into the air and make it easier to work in smaller, more delicate areas (such as around wall trim). However, some people find that wet sanding leads to more imperfections, which is why larger walls are more often dry sanded to ensure an even finish.

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