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AOM Remodeling and Restoration
4.6(
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Serving Oakland, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After a "simple" bathroom repainting turned into a nightmare of peeling paint from permanent wallpaper, with damaged drywall as a result, David provided me with options for repairing the walls with a new, cost-conscious finish and then painted the room for me as well. He was extremely punctual and responsive, professional and anxious to provide excellent customer service. He was accurate in how much time the job would take, and his price guarantee made sure that no hidden costs popped up at the last minute. He did a great job, and saved us A LOT of frustration and stress."
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Green Unicorn
4.8(
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving Oakland, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Green Unicorn is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you.

Response time2 days
Response rate98%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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ABC Paint N Drywall
5.0(
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving Oakland, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

ABC Paint N Drywall is your neighborhood solution for your home interior finishing and exterior projects. The highest quality materials are used and your estimate is fair market value. With the importance of a finished project, trust your ABC.

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Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Griffin Handyman and Construction
4.9(
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Oakland, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Thank you for choosing Griffin Handyman and Construction. We are a locally owned and operated full service home improvement company. We promise prompt, personal and professional services and customer satisfaction is our main goal. From large to small, we do it all. Call for a consultation and free estimate today.

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Response time5 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Pride Decorating
5.0(
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Serving Oakland, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

"I bought an Angie's List Deal for $200 for 8 hours of painting from Pride Decorating.  Joe returned my call promptly and came out that same day to take a look at the space and let me know what would be feasible during the time period that I had paid for.  He called me a couple days later to schedule.  

He arrived right at the arranged time, did all the work that we discussed, cleaned up everything thoroughly.  

He was professional, prompt, and easy to work with.


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+9

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

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.

A nail in drywall cannot hold very much—usually only a few pounds. A nail in a stud can add support and hold around 20 pounds. If you are trying to hang something heavier, get some help from drywall anchors—toggle bolts are very strong and able to withstand more weight.

If you suspect black mold is inside your walls, do not punch a hole in the drywall yourself to look. Call a mold inspection expert to help you. Some signs of a potential black mold infestation inside the wall include an unexplained musty, damp smell. Some people liken it to rotting vegetables. You may smell it most strongly through a wall outlet. If you and your family are experiencing constant coughing or symptoms that feel like an unexplained allergy, it could indicate black mold behind a wall.

The average cost to apply a skip-trowel drywall texture to walls is $1.25 to $2.00 per square foot. Ceilings cost slightly more because of the increased difficulty of working overhead. Additional cost factors include any drywall repairs and removal of existing textures or wallpaper.

Only use spackle on plaster walls when the imperfection is small. It’s best used for nail holes or small dings in the plaster. Spackle dries quickly, allowing you to continue the repair process shortly after using it. Plaster can be tricky to repair, though, so if you run into issues, call a pro so that you don’t risk further damage.

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