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Avatar for Bonillas Master Touch
Bonillas Master Touch
5.0(
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For BusinessDrywall - Repair+1 more

Serving Elkhart, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"considering all circumstances things went well with hiring bonillas, we are a young couple just starting out & they gave us a price we couldnt pass up. they drywalled & finished 5 major rooms to the fixer upper we bought. mary was extremely patient & helpful on explaining the process & the obstacles we faced throughout the job they were doing. we plan to use them again for the garage & other parts of the house we plan to finish later down the road."
Drywall Project
Drywall Project
Drywall Project
Drywall Project
Drywall Project

+68

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by77%of homeowners
Avatar for Aquino & Sons Drywall LLC
Aquino & Sons Drywall LLC
5.0(
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For BusinessDrywall - Repair+1 more

Serving Elkhart, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Aquino & Sons Drywall LLC is proud to be locally owned and operated. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. Call on us today. We look forward to earning your business!

Recommended by60%of homeowners
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M&K HOME PROS LLC
4.9(
110
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Elkhart, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mark contacted me right after I went on Home advisor and put in my project. It was an inside wall repair. Fortunately for me it was raining and Mark was doing office work and said he could come over and look at the job within the hour. He was prompt and said he could do the job right then. He started and did a great job on repairing the stress crack in the wall. He'll be back Sat. to put the finishing touches on the repair. Great job. Definitely would recommend his company to anyone needing drywall work."
Installation area
Framing and Drywall
Door installation
Medium Ceiling Patch
Medium Wall Patch

+42

Response time1 day
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Villafana Landscaping LLC
5.0(
10
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Elkhart, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are extremely satisfied with Villafana’s work! We hired him for multiple jobs which included: drywall repair, drywall touch-up and multi-room painting. With the service he included clean-up. First I must recognize him for the integrity he has in all he does. He is very detail focused and works with the highest quality of standards. There are things he pointed out as needing attention, that I had not even noticed! He is clear on the project plan and gives a step by step break down of the daily plan. The finished project was amazing! He is very professional, considerate and kind. The most trustworthy man in this business, in my opinion:) I highly recommend his work for any projects you may have in mind!"
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Landscape!
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Landscape!

+28

Response time12 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by10%of homeowners
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

While not always necessary, you can glue a drywall ceiling in addition to using screws or nails. Drywall is typically secured to ceiling joists with fasteners, which is often sufficient. However, adding construction adhesive can offer benefits like preventing sagging, bridging gaps, and reducing air leaks for better energy efficiency. It may also be used for specific acoustic or insulation needs. On the other hand, many professionals advise against it because properly placed screws make the drywall structural, glue doesn't add strength, and it makes future repairs or replacements significantly more difficult. Ultimately, it's best to follow local building codes and project-specific requirements to decide if adhesive is right for your ceiling.

While every home has its own unique needs, ceiling drywall installation typically follows a staggered or stepped pattern to enhance structural integrity and reduce the visibility of seams. Starting from one corner, sheets are placed perpendicular to the ceiling joists, with the ends of adjacent sheets meeting along the center of the joist. The next row begins with a half sheet, ensuring joints don't align vertically. This alternating pattern, combined with proper taping and mudding, creates a seamless appearance and strengthens the ceiling structure, minimizing the risk of cracks over time.

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.

Technically speaking, you can use drywall primer over plasters. However, oil-based primers work the most effectively on wall plasters. Meanwhile, water-based primers work just as well with drywalls. Nowadays, there are also universal primers suitable for drywall and plaster. Overall, you will be fine as long as you are using a trustworthy brand.

You should wait at least 24 hours for drywall mud to dry before sanding or applying another coat. However, the exact drying time depends on several factors, including the thickness of the application, room temperature, humidity, and the type of compound used. Thicker layers, or projects in high humidity, may require 48 hours or more. Lightweight compounds tend to dry faster than heavier, all-purpose ones. You'll know the mud is ready when it feels completely dry and firm to the touch and has changed to a consistent light color. Sanding too early can cause smudging or gouges, so patience is essential for a smooth finish.

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