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Avatar for John Crichton Plastering
John Crichton Plastering
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Serving Newton Upper Falls, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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Emergency services offered

"During the crazy winter, we had a water pipe burst in our old house, circa 1850. Once the pipes were repaired and water-damaged walls and ceilings were removed, John took care of all the plastering repairs. He was so prompt with his replies, easy to schedule, showed up when he said he would, and did such excellent work. Not only that, he was a pleasure to have around -- so friendly and kind!"
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Hole in the Wall Drywall Repair of Boston MetroWest
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Serving Newton Upper Falls, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

At Hole in the Wall we help our clients love their walls and ceilings again! We utilize our dustless, rapid-repair methods to quickly repair any damage. We are skilled at fixing damage caused by water leaks, plumbers, electricians, HVAC, pets, and small children. Our skilled, background-checked technicians can texture match or even make those outdated popcorn ceilings nice and smooth. Of course, we are also happy to completely restore your walls and ceilings after repairing them with our painting services.

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The Patch Boys of Boston NW
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Serving Newton Upper Falls, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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Meet The Patch Boys of Boston NW\nThe Patch Boys of Boston NW is locally owned and operated by David Jilek. As residents and homeowners in the Boston Area, we are proud to serve our community by offering quick, high-quality drywall and plaster repair solutions for all of our neighbors, fellow homeowners, and other small businesses. Since our beginning, our goal has been simple: provide you with friendly and professional service as we flawlessly patch your damaged walls and ceilings to help you love your home even more.

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AA Plastering & Drywall
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Serving Newton Upper Falls, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We specialize in drywall and sheet rock installs, repairs, finishing, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won?t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
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Supreme Painters Inc
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Serving Newton Upper Falls, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Lindo and team are excellent, professional, prompt, and flexible to work with on projects. They do high quality work and guarantee their workmanship for five years. I have hired them for two different projects. The first was to prepare and paint the exterior of a two floor home and do some interior painting and replacement of some drywall. The second project was interior painting of several rooms, installation of a garage fire door, and painting a built in entertainment center. It was valuable that they had on staff carpenters to do repairs of broken fascia and cedar shingles, door installation and drywall work. This allowed all projects to flow seamlessly and be done in coordination with other service providers. Lindo is personally very responsive and proactively checks to see your satisfaction with their work as well as point out things he believes should be considered in planning the work. The crew arrives on time and always leaves the site orderly and clean. I highly recommend Supreme Painters and will use them on my next projects."
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

Although they have similar applications, spackle and joint compound are not the same. Their primary differences lie in their composition, consistency, and ideal use cases.

Spackle is composed of gypsum and binding agents, making it thicker than joint compound. It dries quickly and is easy to sand, which makes it ideal for small wall repair projects like filling nail holes or patching minor damage.

Joint compound, also known as drywall mud, consists of limestone and gypsum. It is primarily used for large-scale projects, such as taping and finishing the seams on newly installed drywall. It tends to shrink more than spackle and can be more difficult to spread.

While both products can be used to fill small depressions and cracks, spackle cannot replace joint compound for taping and mudding new drywall. Conversely, you can often use joint compound for small patching jobs typically done with spackle.

Whether you need drywall anchors depends on your specific project, particularly where you are hanging an item. Drywall anchors are not necessary if you can drive a screw directly into a wooden stud behind the wall, as the stud provides sufficient support. However, since studs are not present everywhere in a wall, you will need to use drywall anchors if you are hanging an object in a location without a stud. For very lightweight items, picture hanging strips can also be a suitable alternative.

Knowing what causes drywall damage can help stop it before it starts. Here are some of the most common causes of drywall damage: 

  • Water damage from roof leaks or leaky pipes. 

  • Small holes caused by doorknobs, minor accidents, and rodent infestations. 

  • Wall dents stemming from moving furniture and minor accidents. 

  • Wall cracks that form from a settling foundation or seismic activity. 

  • Nail pops from nails and screws in the walls. 

  • Large holes that are caused by accidents with heavy objects, children and pets, or sporting equipment.

Some painters will repair minor drywall damage. For repair work of any kind, it’s a good idea to hire the professional required for the job. Many painters will have the materials on hand and can add them to the total cost. While you may save some money, there is a chance the work will be subpar compared to a professional who specializes in drywall.

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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