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Avatar for Speedy Patch Drywall Repair (Cincinnati)
Speedy Patch Drywall Repair (Cincinnati)
4.9(
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Dayton, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Speedy Drywall Repair did a great job repairing a large hole in our drywall ceiling. He was concerned to make sure he could match the pattern in the ceiling and did a great job with that too.Did good clean up post job."
Response time6 hrs
60 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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S & S Plastering, LLC
4.7(
56
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Dayton, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I would highly recommend this company to anyone needing drywall installation! They were fast and efficient, completing the work is less time than expected. I was highly pleased with the quality of their work and how clean they kept the job site. I would easily hire them again, but hopefully I won't need any drywall work done for a long time. :-)"
Race street project
Front porch
Wide view of front of house
Race Street project
Front porch

+38

Response time2 days
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Patch King
4.0(
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Serving Dayton, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a great job! Advised us we needed to do additional work to stop water intrusion, or their work would not last. They came back to finish and everything looks great. Efficient. Friendly. Appreciated their honesty in advising us to make repairs before they did their work!"
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+4

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Smithe Home Services
5.0(
20
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Dayton, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We needed to do dry wall touch ups and some other minor things to prepare for putting our house on the market.They were well priced and professional. The work they did was awesome. Would highly recommend."
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+15

Response time2 hrs
Response rate86%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tri State Complete Home Repair and Maintenance
4.4(
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For BusinessDrywall - Repair+1 more

Serving Dayton, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a problem with our bathtub and sinks not draining in our house that has weird, old plumbing. It was taken care of very quickly and we couldn’t be happier with the service. We have had their help with many different fixes now from plumbing to drywall to door replacement and every time it has been fixed up perfectly and the guys have been absolute pleasure to work with. Highly recommend!!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate91%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

Drying alone can take 1 to 4 hours to dry to the touch per plaster layer, but some types of plaster take several hours longer to dry. However, this doesn’t mean the job is done because plaster doesn’t fully harden until it cures, which can take a few days to a couple of weeks. It may take even longer if you’re building a new, pretty thick plaster wall. Allow the plaster to cure before painting it.

While certain types of textured walls can seem dated (looking at you, popcorn), textured walls are a common sight in both older and more modern homes. The main reason textured walls may be here to stay is that they are an excellent way to hide minor imperfections on a wall and give it a finished appearance. Some homeowners think a coat of paint on drywall is a bit industrial-looking. However, that look works perfectly in modern home design. 

In most cases, no, you won’t need a permit to replace drywall. If you’re changing the floorplan of your home by adding or removing walls during the drywall project, then you might need a permit, but replacement or repairs usually doesn’t require a permit. Your drywall professional should be able to confirm whether or not a permit is required for your project. If it is, it’s likely to add between $50 and $150 to your total cost. Keep in mind that you will need permits if you plan to install new electrical wiring or plumbing lines behind your new drywall.

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.

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.

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