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Bell Handyman Service
4.1(
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Serving Livermore, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mike installed a tub and shower surround. Fixed the drywall, plumbing, and insulation. He had to do work under our crawl space and tons of other small things to get our bathroom up and running. Was more than fair on pricing and completed everything in a timely manner. Will definitely have him complete any other jobs that pop up around the house!"
Kitchen remodel
Kitchen remodel
Kitchen remodel
Updated floors
Paint

+1

Response time2 days
Recommended by28%of homeowners
Daniel Wallace
New to Angi

Serving Livermore, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

I’m a hardworking person who doesn’t like to leave projects half finished or looking sloppy, I can be a bit of a perfectionist. I’ve always fixed and built almost everything I needed myself and I take pride in being self sufficient. I’ve been an electrician for a year and half now and before that I was fabricating aerators for private residences. I have a wife and two children, so I can handle the chaos of a whole house remodel even if you decide to alter any details halfway through.

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Kellum Drywall
4.8(
29
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Serving Livermore, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Kellum did an excellent job at my home. He repaired a few bad places on the walls, painted the entire downstairs, my front porch, front porch columns and steps. Such an amazing job, looks brand new here! I have a few more jobs that I will be hiring Kellum Drywall to do next spring. I would 100% recommend Kellum Drywall!! Not only does Mr. Kellum do a great job, he is a friendly and nice person!"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Jacob Boggess
4.9(
7
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Serving Livermore, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very dependable young man. Did what needed to be done and pointed out things that needed to be fixed. I explained to him what we wanted and he came through on time and under ny budget. Definitely going to use him again."
My Work
My Work
My Work
My Work
My Work

+12

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

Drywall can be toxic to the environment and to humans in some cases. As drywall breaks down in a landfill and comes in contact with other organic chemicals, it can create hydrogen sulfide gas or leach into the groundwater. Additionally, the CDC recommends methods for controlling the inhalation of drywall dust when handled. While the common ingredients of drywall—gypsum, silica, and mica—are naturally occurring, they can cause irritation in some humans.

You may need to replace drywall because of smoke damage. If the drywall is covered in soot, you may be able to clean it, but it will require a lot of time and effort. You could spend hours cleaning the drywall only to find there is more damage and it needs to be replaced anyway. It’s usually easier and safer to remove the smoke-damaged drywall and replace it.

The age of your home can clue you in to whether you have plaster or drywall ceilings. Homes built after the ‘70s are more likely to have drywall ceilings and walls, while older homes have plaster. You can also do the pushpin test: A pushpin will go into drywall, whereas it’s much harder to push one into a plaster wall. If you’re still unsure, ask a drywall professional to let you know which type of ceilings and walls you have.

While it’s most common to sand plaster dry, it is possible to wet-sand plaster, too. Doing so can reduce the amount of plaster dust released into the air and make it easier to work in smaller, more delicate areas (such as around wall trim). However, some people find that wet sanding leads to more imperfections, which is why larger walls are more often dry sanded to ensure an even finish.

While a normal moisture level for drywall is between 5% and 12%, replacement is recommended if you get consistent readings above 17%. At this level, the drywall is likely too compromised by extensive moisture damage to be considered safe. You can replace either the entire sheet or just the affected section. If you are unsure after a visual inspection, it is best to have a contractor or water restoration provider use a professional moisture meter to get an accurate reading.

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