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Gamez Contractors LLC
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Serving Fairplay, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

"With pleasure, I fully recommend Gamez Contractors, owned and operated by Jose Gamez. In 2024, Gamez Contractors took on a massive remodeling project for me in preparation to sell my home. Jose and his employees completed renovations on three floors, including a complete bathroom remodel, flooring installation, whole house painting, including ceilings, and installing new fixtures, faucets, doors, and lighting throughout the entire home. In addition, he took on a garage remodel, power, washing, landscaping, repairing of my brick front steps, and installations of new screens. Jose also coordinated the installation of a new driveway that was very lengthy and steep as well as new sidewalks around the home. Last, he completely remodeled and stained my old, dilapidated deck, producing gorgeous results that I never would have believed possible. Jose is a hard worker and a creative problem solver. He was communicative while still making wise and budget-friendly decisions independently."
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Response time3 days
Response rate96%
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DMV QUALITY CONSTRUCTIONS LLC
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Serving Fairplay, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

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Customers say: True professional

"Alvaro is by far the best contractor I’ve worked with for any remodeling and construction project. He is smart, thoughtful, hardworking, and reliable. He will listen to your perspective and offer his own — which is usually better. It can be difficult to find someone who will do the job you pay them for, on-time, in-scope, and within budget, and that makes this experience really stand out. I strongly recommend working with this company."
Painting - Exterior Project
Interior Painting
Painting - Exterior Project
Interior Painting
Painting - Exterior Project

+37

Recommended by61%of homeowners
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CDC Panting
5.0(
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Serving Fairplay, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

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Offers commercial services

"I cannot say enough great things about this team. They helped get my home ready to sell and provided exceptional guidance on several interior design projects. Their attention to detail, professionalism, and design expertise made the entire process stress-free and enjoyable. From preparing my home for the market to helping transform spaces with beautiful, functional design choices, they consistently exceeded expectations. They were responsive, creative, and truly invested in delivering quality results. If you?re looking for someone who can help maximize your home?s appeal and bring your design vision to life, I highly recommend their services. Their work made a tremendous difference, and I look forward to working with them again in the future."
Family room Painting job
apartment rental office
Beauty salon
Beauty salon
School multi-purpose room

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MidHandyman (Husband for Hire)
5.0(
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Serving Fairplay, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything you want in a handyman. Reasonable, reliable, and very knowledgeable. We have used Michael for several different projects, and have been very happy with the finished products. He does not disappoint, and we will certainly plan to continue to use him for future projects."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
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Flood Crew LLC
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Serving Fairplay, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The crew was on time, respectful, and knowledgeable. Owner, Bill, showed us where the water was behind and under our kitchen cabinet. They were able to dry it out while we were out of town, replaced our laminate floors, and gave us suggestions on how to prevent future water damage. Don’t waste your time looking around, go with Flood Crew."
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Drying bathroom wood subfloor from kitchen using indirect control heat, controlled by thermostat we set in place

+57

Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

While you can put new drywall over old drywall, it’s not always the best option. In some cases, drywalling over drywall can make it harder to find wires and pipes behind your walls and conceal more serious problems with your walls. It can also make the room smaller. On the plus side, putting drywall over drywall can improve soundproofing and insulation. Plus, it’s often less expensive than tearing down and adding new drywall.

Certain drywall textures, like sand and sometimes popcorn, can be smoothed by applying skim coats, sanding the walls, or chipping away the texture. However, it’s worth considering removing the texture and starting with a blank canvas. Smoothing textured walls requires a lot of sandpaper and elbow grease and can take longer than just outright removing the texture.

You’ll get better results if you soundproof the whole wall. A hole through which light can pass can also let sound waves in. Acoustical or silicone sealant applied to holes and cracks can block enough sound to make a difference. However, the more layers absorb vibrations and slow or stop sound waves, the less noise you’ll have. 

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.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

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