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Luviano's Company
4.9(
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Serving River Grove, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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"We are so glad we hired Eddie and his Team for our basement drywall installation! They completed the drywall for our bathroom and around our mechanical area. We reached out for a quote and Eddie came out that same week, and was able to start our project within a few days. They were very professional and did an amazing job cutting the drywall to the basement ceiling (we will be doing a blackout ceiling). We will absolutely be calling them when we are ready to proceed with the next portion of our basement!"
Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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The Patch Boys of Cook County
4.5(
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Serving River Grove, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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"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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+8

Response time9 hrs
Response rate90%
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
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V & M GOOD QUALITY
5.0(
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Serving River Grove, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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Small jobs welcome

"The work involved adding drywall to change the height of a closet door and repair damage, replacing trim on entry door, installing closet doors and paint. Peter was a pleasure to deal with. He and his staff responded promptly to all communications. He showed up on time every time and did a great job. Highly recommend."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate85%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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WINDY CITY DRYWALL 2 INC.
4.4(
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Serving River Grove, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

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Small jobs welcome

"Eliseo & his Son are hardworking, punctual, fast & efficient. Drywall is perfect, smooth & no seams showing. Will definitely hire again."
Response time8 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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ROPPO DECORATING INC.
4.8(
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Serving River Grove, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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"Phil did an amazing job with the work he did on our home! We recently purchased a 4 bedroom 2 bath home. Phil painted all of the ceilings, walls, base boards, door and window trim for the entire house. He even pointed out other things about our home and fixed them without hassle! Phil’s attention to detail was impeccable and really made our house feel new. He was incredibly professional, transparent, and very knowledgeable about his services. Couldn’t have asked for a better person to update our house and really make it feel like a home before we moved in. Phil made the process easy and was incredibly fair with his pricing for his services. I would highly recommend anyone to contact Roppo Decorating if you need help with painting or other household work. Thank you for all that you did Phil!"
Wallpaper
Interior painting
Interior painting
Interior painting
Interior painting

+46

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Luis Saenz
5.0(
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Serving River Grove, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

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Warranties offered

"We hired Luis to repair damaged drywall and plaster walls. Luis was timely in his responses to questions and made us feel comfortable with his suggestions. He showed up on time and finished our project quickly. With drywall repair there can be a lot of dust, but Luis left his work area clean. Will hire him again for future projects."
Painting and plastering.
Painting walls
Front wall damage.
Painting and plastering.
Ceiling too.

+75

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

All plaster walls will crack over time due to normal house settling and expansion and contraction from temperature and moisture changes. Small, thin hairline cracks are generally not serious and are mostly a cosmetic issue. However, larger or more significant cracks can indicate structural problems.

Here's how to tell the difference:

  • Cosmetic Cracks: Cracks that are 0.5 cm (0.2 inches) or thinner are typically cosmetic.

  • Structural Cracks: Cracks wider than 0.5 cm, excessive or deep cracks, multiple cracks in the same area, or cracks that span around corners can signify a structural or foundation issue. Cracks along the joints where walls meet the ceiling also warrant attention.

For cracks wider than 0.5 cm, structural repair is needed. If a crack is 2.5 cm (1 inch) or wider, or if you notice any signs of a structural problem, it is best to contact a plaster repair professional to assess the damage.

Yes, you can use drywall repair techniques for some types of plaster damage. Tiny holes and small cracks in plaster can be patched in similar ways to drywall. You apply the necessary compound to fill the hole, wait for it to dry, then sand it down. For larger damage, like water damage or mold, you need to use plaster-specific techniques and materials.

There are six levels of drywall finish, from 0 to 5, that refer to the amount of work performed during the finishing process.

Level 0: Drywall is hung with no finishing work.

Level 1: Tape is placed over the seams between drywall sheets.

Level 2: A thin layer of mud is applied over the tape and screw holes. This level is common for utility rooms or walls that will be covered.

Level 3: A full coat of mud covers the screw holes and tape, but the surface is not sanded. This is often used in garages.

Level 4: This is the most common finish for visible interior walls. It involves applying two coats of mud over seams and screw holes, with sanding between each coat, creating a smooth surface ready for flat paint.

Level 5: This is a high-end finish for luxury homes. It includes full taping, mudding, and sanding, plus a final skim coat over the entire surface 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.

Damp plaster does dry out, although the drying time depends on several factors, including the type of plaster, the surrounding temperature, moisture content, and the extent of the dampness. Sometimes, it can take weeks or months for wall plaster to dry naturally.

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