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John B Ventures LLC
4.8(
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Serving Richmond, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Main job was removal of whole house fan, install drywall and insulation, and paint ceiling. Also replaced old smoke and CO detectors and patched as needed. Job was completed within the week of initial contact. Estimate for job was reasonable, especially compared wih other estimates received. I especially appreciated that John provided thorough explanation of everything to be done. Will definitely hire this contractor for future jobs!"
Power washing Fence
Power washing Fence
Power washing Fence
Boat Washing
Garage Floor

+34

Response time5 hrs
Response rate98%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excellence Painting
4.8(
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Serving Richmond, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Fransisco was great! We hired him to repair some drywall and paint the ceiling. He did an excellent job and the price was very affordable! On time and communicative— will definitely hire him again!"
Response time9 hrs
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Finished Looks Construction
4.8(
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Serving Richmond, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jim and his son did an amazing job on drywall repair and ,Jim is a handyman ,so we asked him if he could do a sidewalk for us !!The work did was amazing ,he is very hard worker and he is clean ,on time and very,very nice !!Would highly recommend him to anyone else and already have !!!"
Response time10 hrs
Response rate86%
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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House Doctors of Northern Illinois
5.0(
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Serving Richmond, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We used Eric and his team to give our house a complete face-lift...new kitchen, new bathrooms, wood floors, new doors, window framing, painting, can lights...I'm sure there is more that I am forgetting. They did AMAZING work! Eric and his guys are professional, the communication was great, the finishing touches elite, and the job was finished on the date he said it would be done (which is unheard of). I recommend Eric to all of my friends and I will continue to use him for projects that come up in our house."
Gallery
Gallery
Gallery
Gallery
Gallery

+41

Response time7 hrs
Response rate96%
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Stateline Construction
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Serving Richmond, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Stateline Construction was very good with pricing it was in line with other bids. The workmanship was excellent. The installer was very clean and informative about the layout of the ceiling which helped my Wife and I what the finished ceiling would look like . I would hire them again"
Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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IK Home Pros
4.1(
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Serving Richmond, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Life & Hope Painting Company did our drywall repair in garage from a car hitting it. What an awesome company!!! A treasure! Sergio so kind. Quick response, great service, beautiful work!! Great price! Can not recommend this company enough!! Thank you!"
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Remodeling
Remodeling
Remodeling
Remodeling

+61

Response time4 hrs
2073 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
4J's Drywall
4.5(
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Serving Richmond, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in Additions and Kitchen Remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

You can plaster over regular drywall, but it's essential to prepare the surface properly. Before plastering, the drywall should be clean, free of dust, and any loose or peeling paint should be removed. Applying a primer specifically designed for plastering can improve adhesion. Some professionals recommend applying a base coat of plaster or joint compound to create a better surface for the plaster to adhere to. Proper preparation ensures a smooth and durable plaster finish over regular drywall.

It’s not a good idea to plaster over broken plaster (unless by broken you’re referring to cracked, in which case that’s perfectly fine). However, broken plaster can be a sign of a larger underlying issue like foundation damage or severe damage to the lath holding up the plaster, so it’s worth investigating before you simply plaster on top of the damage.

Wet-sanding and dry-sanding each have pros and cons. Dry-sanding is less messy, so it’s a good option if you’re trying to minimize dust (for example, if you’re sanding an occupied home or working with particularly dry or dusty drywall mud). However, dry-sanding is quicker because you don’t have to keep rinsing a sponge or wait for it to dry before painting.

You should leave a gap between drywall sheets because they naturally expand and contract along with the building framing as temperature and humidity change. Most pro drywall installers leave a gap of about ⅛ inch between drywall sheets, allowing the sheets to expand, contract, and shift without cracking or becoming damaged. If you don’t leave enough gaps between slabs, the edges will press against each other when they expand, and the pressure can cause visible cracks.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

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