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Adam Lerma
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving Oakland, IL and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

I recently moved from the state of Florida to Indiana in 2024, I've been doing masonry work for a little over 6 years now and the previous work I did before that I was a carpenter for 8 years a roofer for 6 years you can say I am a jack of all trades I love the work that I do and I'm hoping I will have the opportunity to work with some you lovely people of Indiana. I live in the Lafayette area and will to serve its surrounding cities.

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AOM Remodeling and Restoration
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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
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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
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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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Drywall questions, answered by experts

It doesn’t matter which way you lay drywall, and you can choose to install it horizontally or vertically depending on the size of the wall and how tall the ceiling is. It’s easier to lay drywall sheets vertically if you have a taller ceiling, but laying sheets horizontally makes it easier to apply joint compound.

Yes, you can install drywall over plaster, but there are important factors to consider. While it can create a smooth, flat surface, it is often not the best approach. Installing drywall over plaster will increase the wall's thickness, which can cause issues with existing window and door frames that may no longer fit. You might also need to adjust power outlets to keep them accessible. A better, though more expensive, option is to remove the old plaster and lath entirely before installing new drywall. Drywalling directly over plaster seals in the old material, and if any problems arise later, you will need to remove both layers down to the structural beams for repairs. Given the potential complications, this job is best handled by professionals.

Applying plaster to a wall will usually cost between $2 and $10 per square foot for both the material and labor. The cost will vary based on the quality of the plaster you’re using and whether or not prep work is required before the work begins. Wall prep can add up to about 10% to your total costs. Plastering exterior walls can be more expensive in many cases because they are taller and require scaffolding and safety equipment.

The easiest way to remove texture from walls is the soak-and-scrape method. You’ll need to spray a section of the wall with water and let the water soak in and soften the texture. Then, you need to scrape the texture off using a drywall taping knife. This method works best with unpainted walls since paint prevents water from saturating the textured joint compound.

Some textures are easier than others to DIY, but the short answer is yes, you can absolutely texture walls yourself. You’ll need certain materials, like a trowel or paint sprayer, but the most important things you’ll need are patience and time. DIYing wall texture can save money and be a fun, messy project, but homeowners need to know that adding texture to a wall isn’t a quick project. 

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