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Ed's Drywall & Taping
4.9(
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving Wauconda, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Ed did an absolutely fantastic job drywalling a bedroom in my house. He arrived when he said he would, completed the job in the time he estimated, and did just a perfect job. He is obviously a professional and takes great pride in his work. I would definitely hire him again for any drywall needs in the future and would recommend him highly to anyone in need of drywall installation."
Response time6 hrs
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Bici Brothers Drywall & Painting
5.0(
22
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For BusinessDrywall - Repair+1 more

Serving Wauconda, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bici Brothers did an amazing job. They painted the interior of my entire house(3500 sq ft). Job was completed on time and on budget. Very professional, even did work without instruction to make the project really stand out. I will use them again for my next project."
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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John B Ventures LLC
4.8(
228
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Wauconda, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"John from John B Ventures LLC was extremely professional and did an amazing job. We needed to have some drywall repair completed within a very short time window- John responded quickly with a very reasonable price and did a fantastic job. We definitely recommend John B Ventures LLC and will use them for any future projects that may arise."
Power washing Fence
Power washing Fence
Power washing Fence
Boat Washing
Garage Floor

+34

Response time5 hrs
Response rate98%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Michael B's Painting
4.6(
222
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Wauconda, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Michael and his team were fantastic to work with. There was never any question as to their progress or what work was being done on what day. Everything was done on time and on budget. Of course, the project turned out beautifully! Michael mentioned how much pride he and his team take in the work that they do, and it definitely shows! Would I hire them again? In a heartbeat! Would I recommend them to others looking for drywall repair and painting? ABSOLUTELY!"
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+20

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Handyman Pros
4.7(
958
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Wauconda, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Went so so. There was an issue with the installation. The company came back out to fix their mistake. The initial install of the chair rail was too low. So the chairs were still hitting the wall and damaging it. They had to come back out to take it down and reinstall. During the take down of the original installation the contractor ripped the top layer of drywall along the entire length of the chair rails. Which damaged the walls. After this company performed the work I needed to pay another contractor to repair the walls that were damaged during this project. The damaging of the walls was not communicated to me during the rework. It was unexpected. During the rework I also had to go buy additional materials and then return unused additional materials. So this project caused me unexpected time having to spend time explaining the mistake, having to make a couple extra trips to the hardware store for materials for rework. As well as unexpected additional costs to pay a drywall contractor to mud and sand the unexpected tears in the wall. This company said the tears were because there was wallpaper that was covered up. However the drywall repair contractor I hired to fix the damage said that was not the case."
Patio Door Frame Rot Repair
Bathroom Remodeling Before
Herringbone Tiling After
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+18

Response time9 hrs
Response rate94%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Excellence Painting
4.8(
44
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Wauconda, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Cannot even tell we had waterlogged drywall! He cut out the wet stuff, installed new drywall, taped and mudded and painted. My wife and kids were all shocked you cannot even tell where the replacement drywall begins and ends. Excellent work!"
Response time9 hrs
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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RF Improvements Inc
4.7(
199
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Wauconda, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything looks brand new. Radek communicated throughout the project, was prompt, respectful and conscious of cost. Drywall work is messy, but my room was restored back to normal and clean. Highly recommended."
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Response time7 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

Costs depend on labor, material quality, wall preparation, and finishing requirements.

The cost to skim coat drywall is $1.15 to $1.35 per square foot. Most of the cost is labor, for the necessary skills to apply the skim coat with precision using high-quality tools. This is a job better left to the professionals for the best outcomes.

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.

The best tool for skim coating drywall is a skim coating blade, which can smooth out joint compound in wide stretches. While you could use a smaller drywall knife for skim coating, the smaller size means it’ll take longer to smooth out each section. Instead, consider investing in a skim coating blade for the quickest application.

Mudding drywall is a DIY-friendly project, but patience and practice are required for perfection. If you’re working in a highly visible area and want the best possible finish, hiring a professional drywaller is worth the cost. Pros have the tools and know-how to ensure a smooth surface with fewer sanding sessions and less cleanup.

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