Chris Miller Contracting is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a\nstandard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is\nthe quality of service we bring to our customers. We have accurate knowledge of our trade\ncombined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our\ncustomers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Our house had a water damage that ruined much of the drywall and floor on the first floor and the basement. For such a big repair job, I carefully looked up the reviews and recommendations from Angie's list and talked to 3 contractors that have the highest ratings. AOM was one of the three. David, the owner of AOM, quickly came to our house, assessed the damage, explained to me what need to be done, showed great empathy to our loss and current situation (having to stay in hotel waiting to go back to our house), and put a very competitive bid (about 2/3 the bid of another contractor). We picked them and signed the contract. AOM uses Trello, a cloud-based project tracking system that software companies often use, to effectively and promptly communicate task description and updates to all workers and house owners. AOM workers are professional, hard working, and friendly. For such a big project, expectedly there were some hiccups and AOM had to juggle ours with their other on-going projects. David kindly explained to me various aspects of the repair work and promptly fixed any faults that we identified. I became to completely trust David's professional skill and that he would treat our house like his. Several nights and weekends David came to work late so that we could move back to normal life as soon as possible. In the end, we are very happy with our remodeled house. I sincerely recommend David and AOM for any house remodeling and restoration job."
"After 15 years of dealing with horrible contractors in the West Central Illinois area, Ever Mendoza was just wonderful. They are good at all aspects of remodeling: drywall, tile, plumbing, electrical, and dealing with the unexpected issues in an old house. The drywall and tile is just stunning, and the finished work just amazing looking. The price was super reasonable for all the work performed. And they clean up after themselves as well! could not be more pleased."
"The foundation wall developed a vertical crack and because of the rain in the week before Christmas 2012 I had my basement flooded and had water gushing through the crack, which was masked behind some drywall panels. I called American Crawlspace and the office made an appointment to have a tech come over and give me a quote. They also gave me the cell phone of the tech, by the name of Larry, who promised me that if he can fix and if I agree to the price he will do it at the time of the first visit. Sure enough, Larry came and gave me a good price, and after I had agreed to it he went to work right away. He was professional, polite, and patient and answered all my questions. What was even more reassuring is that he gave me a transferable lifetime warranty for the work that he performed. I will definitely use them in the future should I have more problems of the same kind."
We are a local veteran husband and wife(yes both) family run and operated business. With over 15 years of experience and two generations working, we have the tools, knowledge and experience to care of any project you need. Whether its a remodel, flooring, decks, drywall or even concrete, we are your one stop shop. So call us today!
We are a Remodeling company. We cover all sorts of jobs. We install or repair flooring including hardwood floor, laminate, and tile. We do interior remodels including drywall, painting, cabinets, and counters. We also build furniture to your liking. If you can imagine it, I can build it. If you have older furniture you need repaired or modernized we can do that as well. Demolition, remodel and haul off all in one place no need for three contractors, just one. We are a small group of people who want to offer our skills at affordable rates. We say what we mean do what we say and execute every job to the best of our abilities in a timely manner.
"Efram was professional and know what he doing and we are satisfied with his wonderful skills and Job done. But still my drywall need to be finished since he opened the wall to do his job And was told to request service for that. So far I am thankful"
"We have a swirl design plastered ceiling in our laundry room. Moisture had collected around vent fan. They had to cut a piece of drywall out and replaster over the new piece. They did a fantastic job - very efficient, and I didn't have a thing to clean up afterwards. I highly recommend them."
Drywall tape is made of paper, while drywall mesh is made of fiberglass or metal. Drywall mesh patches are suitable for repairing small holes in drywall, while paper drywall tape holds a crease better for corners. You need joint compound to adhere drywall tape to the wall, while mesh patches may be self-adhesive.
You should wait at least 24 hours for drywall mud to dry before sanding or applying another coat. However, the exact drying time depends on several factors, including the thickness of the application, room temperature, humidity, and the type of compound used. Thicker layers, or projects in high humidity, may require 48 hours or more. Lightweight compounds tend to dry faster than heavier, all-purpose ones. You'll know the mud is ready when it feels completely dry and firm to the touch and has changed to a consistent light color. Sanding too early can cause smudging or gouges, so patience is essential for a smooth finish.
Choose a drill bit that is the size of the screws of the anchors you will use. You aren’t drilling through metal or concrete—hopefully—so any standard twist, wooden or all-purpose drill bit will work fine. It’s also important to have a screwdriver capable of drilling through the drywall and into the stud. The good news is most available drills, even the older ones, can do this with no issue.
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.
The best way to make long, straight cuts is to use a utility knife and a T-square to score the sheet, snap along the score, and then finish the cut by cutting through the paper on the opposite side with the utility knife. If you’re making small cuts, curved cuts, or cutouts for electrical boxes or light fixtures, you can use a manual jab saw to keep costs down, but an electric spiral saw or oscillating multi-tool will get the cleanest, fastest cuts possible.
The Monmouth, IL homeowners’ guide to drywall services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Installing drywall is the most common way to finish your home’s interior. Use this drywall installation cost guide to see what your project is likely to cost.
Whether you want to spruce up a few dents and dings or fix a large surface area, investing in drywall repair costs can return your walls to a smooth, flush look.
Can you put drywall over drywall to cover old, damaged or cracked plaster walls? Read our guide to determine if this is the right solution for your walls.
The terms drywall and Sheetrock are often used interchangeably, but one is a brand and one is a specific product. Find out which one you need in this guide.
