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Avatar for Prowalls
Prowalls
4.7(
74
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Oak Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Joe was strait forward and honest. i had water damage to the ceiling.holes had to be cut in order to fine and repair the leaks.the ceiling has a low profile texture to it. other drywall pros wanted to skim coat the ceiling i did not . Joe showed me how he was going to repair the holes and made a sample of what it was going to look like when it was finish.end result i was very happy and have him back again. you need drywall pro call Joe"
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+16

Response time9 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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The Patch Boys of Cook County
4.5(
130
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Oak Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Kevin was very professional, courteous and understanding person. Always responded to phone calls and any questions I had. He had good team that did the job satisfactory. On the other side, the job has become so specialized that while installing the dry wall of the ceiling, if a crack is noticed on the connecting drywall of the wall, it will not be informed nor repaired as it is not in the contract. I had to hire another guy to do the repair in drywall of the wall before painting. I still recommend him to get the job done. I still have to see how Kevin responds to phone calls about any issues, if at all arise later."
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Kevin

+8

Response time9 hrs
Response rate91%
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Medrano Drywall
4.6(
23
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving Oak Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Mr. Medrano and his associate did amazing work in a short period of time. Their attention to detail and professionalism is far superior to others I have dealt with in this industry. I would highly recommend them for all drywall projects."
Response time3 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Chavez Remodeling
4.3(
82
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving Oak Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Arnoldo and his team (Aldo, Oscar, Beto, Pablo, and Sandra) did a great job on my ceiling drywall crack repair and paint projects. They did the project in 2 days over a weekend (Saturday and Sunday) and for a great price. I was under a tight time deadline and they got the job done on time, on budget, and did it right! I am happy with the work they did and wouldn't hesitate to use them again and to recommend them to family and friends. Arnoldo is professional, honest, and friendly and stays true to his word. Thanks!"
Remodeling
Basement
Basement
Basement
Basement

+9

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Mansour Handyman
5.0(
33
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Oak Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Shadi got the job done in a great and efficient manner. He was communicative, on time and quickly got to work. My doors needed some work as well as some electrical outlets and he was able to get them all fixed. Highly recommend him!"
Bedroom Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel

+1

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
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Rodrigo's Painting 1 Inc.
4.6(
26
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Install

Serving Oak Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Manny was very professional. He replaced some water damaged drywall in my bathroom ceiling. Was right on time, worked quick and very clean. Finished product looks brand new.I would definitely recommend him and will use him in the future if needed."
Kitchen
Main from door
Parking garage
Tonw home
Kitchen

+163

Response time4 hrs
Response rate93%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Elite Construction
4.5(
12
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For Business

Serving Oak Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I hired them to drywall my entire upstairs ceiling. They did good work in a reasonable amount of time for a good price. Communicated well. All in all an excellent experience, and I would hire them again."
Response time4 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

Plastering and skimming are two different techniques for finishing walls. Plastering involves applying a thick layer of a plaster mixture—typically containing gypsum, lime, cement, sand, and water—to create a new surface. This process often requires multiple coats and is used for repairing significant damage or creating decorative textures. Skimming, on the other hand, is a technique that involves applying a thin layer of drywall compound or joint compound over an existing surface to smooth it out, covering minor imperfections, small cracks, or uneven textures for a polished look. Plastering is generally more costly and labor-intensive than skimming. Although some people use the terms interchangeably, they refer to different processes and materials.

While you can put new drywall over old drywall, it’s not always the best option. In some cases, drywalling over drywall can make it harder to find wires and pipes behind your walls and conceal more serious problems with your walls. It can also make the room smaller. On the plus side, putting drywall over drywall can improve soundproofing and insulation. Plus, it’s often less expensive than tearing down and adding new drywall.

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.

Yes, applying a texture can hide minor imperfections and irregularities in drywall, but it will not cover significant damage like nail marks or screw holes. The best texture depends on the size of the flaws. For minor imperfections, popular choices like orange peel, sand, or popcorn texture are effective. For larger imperfections, you may need a more prominent style, such as a knockdown or trowel finish, to conceal them effectively.

Plaster is denser, harder, and more porous than drywall, so it absorbs moisture differently. This means you’ll often need more prep work, such as thorough sanding, patching, and priming with a high-quality bonding primer. Additionally, you may need more coats of paint to achieve even coverage. While the process takes more time, it helps ensure a durable and professional-looking result.

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