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Avatar for Luviano's Company
Luviano's Company
4.9(
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"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 Lake Forest, 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%
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excellence Painting
4.8(
45
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Lake Forest, 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
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
Michael B's Painting
4.6(
223
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Michael and his team were fantastic to work with. There was never any question as to their progress or what work was being done on what day. Everything was done on time and on budget. Of course, the project turned out beautifully! Michael mentioned how much pride he and his team take in the work that they do, and it definitely shows! Would I hire them again? In a heartbeat! Would I recommend them to others looking for drywall repair and painting? ABSOLUTELY!"
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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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Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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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
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Dirty Deeds, LLC
4.2(
78
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Drywall - Install

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We could not have been more satisfied with Dirty Deeds. We chose the virtual consultation option via Yelp and got a response from Jay within 10 minutes. After asking questions to get a better understanding of the project, he gave us a quote and told us he could be out there the following morning. We were astonished at the quick turnaround and grateful since we are looking to put our house on the market in the very near future. When Jay arrived with his team member, Juan, he re-explained what the project would entail and then Juan got to work. Juan ensured everything was covered and protected from the drywall dust/paint drips and worked extremely efficiently. Within 6 hours, our project was complete. As we are looking for a new home to purchase, we will definitely be reaching out to Dirty Deeds for any renovation needs."
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+62

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Fix It Felix
4.8(
18
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Lake Forest, 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%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

You should stagger drywall sheets to help prevent cracking. The joints between drywall sheets are the weak spots, so if you install drywall with seams aligned, you’ll create weak lines that run across the length of the wall and extend from floor to ceiling. But when you stagger drywall, the solid sections of panels will support the joints. This can prevent seams from cracking or separating due to fluctuating temperature and humidity, vibrations from movement inside the home, and gravity.

Whether you apply the drywall mesh before or after drywall mud depends on the type of patch it is. For self-adhesive patches, you’ll put the patch down first and then coat it with mud. Mesh patches that are not self-adhesive will require you to put mud down first and then press the mesh into it, followed by additional coats of mud.

For maximum stability, install grab bars on wall studs, as this will adequately support the weight. However, if you don't have access to studs, you can get by with wall anchors. If opting for the latter, choose specialty hollow wall anchors. 

Depending on the place where the cutting error occurred, you may be able to fix it. Learning how to patch a hole in drywall is challenging, but if you can tape and mud drywall, you can do it. Having said that, patching is time consuming. Early in the installation process, you may find that it’s easier and far less time consuming to just start over with a new sheet of drywall, cutting a new hole in the right spot. You may be able to use part of the incorrectly cut piece elsewhere, so it’s not completely wasted.

A utility knife is sharp enough to score the drywall and it may work in a pinch for outlet box holes. However, one of the best tools for drywall when you need to make exact cuts for an outlet box quickly is a drywall saw. This handheld tool has a longer blade than a utility knife, so it penetrates the thickness of the drywall easily. The design of its handle and the teeth in its blade make it easier to control while cutting quicker than you can with a utility knife.

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