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CMS-Handyman, LLC
5.0(
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Drywall - Repair

Serving West Monroe, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

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CMS-Handyman L.L.C. is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Interior Remodel
Interior Remodel
Interior Remodel
Interior Remodel
Interior Remodel

+62

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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All in One S & P Contracting Services, LLC
4.3(
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Drywall - Repair

Serving West Monroe, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The guys did a great job mounting curtain rods in my new home. They were very fast to respond and courteous during their time in my home. I will be using their services again in the future."
Ramp Built and Stained
Ramp Built and Stained
Ramp Built and Stained
Ramp Built and Stained
Ramp Built and Stained

+3

Response time1 day
Response rate99%
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can install drywall over plaster, but there are important factors to consider. While it can create a smooth, flat surface, it is often not the best approach. Installing drywall over plaster will increase the wall's thickness, which can cause issues with existing window and door frames that may no longer fit. You might also need to adjust power outlets to keep them accessible. A better, though more expensive, option is to remove the old plaster and lath entirely before installing new drywall. Drywalling directly over plaster seals in the old material, and if any problems arise later, you will need to remove both layers down to the structural beams for repairs. Given the potential complications, this job is best handled by professionals.

Which style of corner bead you choose—whether metal or paper-faced—depends on your preference and if you’re comfortable using metal-cutting tools and a hammer. Metal bead offers superior strength and durability but its installation is slightly more involved. We’d say for most cases, it’s better to use metal bead but if you’re not comfortable working with metal, paper-faced bead will work just fine. 

Popular wall textures include orange peel, knockdown, spray sand, and smooth finishes. Orange peel and knockdown are particularly common choices for drywall as they are simple and cost-effective. Orange peel texture has a lightly bumpy surface resembling the skin of an orange, while knockdown (sometimes called knockout) looks like a stucco finish with flattened high spots. In contrast, popcorn texture has fallen out of fashion, partly due to its past association with asbestos and a shift toward more restrained interior design styles.

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

Costs range from $500 to $5,000, depending on damage size, labor, and finishing requirements.

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