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Avatar for Nicolle Paint
Nicolle Paint
5.0(
44
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Serving Frederick, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Moyses went above and beyond the work I asked him to do. Quality was excellent and the crew was careful and polite. I even added a few things later that he was glad to do. He did painting (inside/outside), plaster, power washing, and more. Would highly recommend for any home project. -Steve M."
Response time1 day
Response rate97%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Patch Boys of Frederick & Columbia
4.8(
8
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Serving Frederick, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great job by a local small business. Quick communication and the best price of the 4 bids I got for my 20x20 garage ceiling drywall repair (replacing a 4x4 section, taping, mudding, refastening other loose Sheetrock and retaping/remuding other loose tape elsewhere on the ceiling). Jacob, the co-owner came out for the estimate and did a great job on the repair. Professional and funny, he discussed options, arrived on time, finished quickly and cleaned everything up afterwards. Couldnâ t be happier."
Ceiling
Ceiling
Wall
Bathroom
Attic

+3

Response time12 hrs
Response rate85%
88 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Omar's General Contracting
4.1(
196
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Serving Frederick, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"EXCELLENT! I cannot rave enough about Mr Omar and his worker. The repairman has 15 years of experience in drywall and painting. The job he did was seamless. Fair Price, Good Communication, Timely and punctual ! Work is impeccable . So happy !"
Basement Kitchen Renovation and Flooring
Custom made Basement Kitchen Built-ins and Painting
Basement Bedroom Built-ins
Before House Renovations
During Renovations

+15

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Titan Remodeling and Cleaning
5.0(
20
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Serving Frederick, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Titan Remodeling & Cleaning did a fantastic job painting the exterior of our home. The team was professional, punctual, and paid close attention to every detail. They properly prepared all surfaces, protected our landscaping, and delivered a beautiful, high-quality finish. Our home looks brand new, and we’ve received so many compliments from neighbors. The entire process was smooth, and the crew was respectful and easy to work with. I highly recommend Titan Remodeling & Cleaning for any exterior painting project. Excellent workmanship and outstanding customer service!"
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel

+16

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Remodeling K & M, LLC
4.8(
10
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Serving Frederick, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very affordable and great customer service! I hired Juan to build an addition to my kitchen. Juan was able to work around my budget. Not only that, but the addition came out great! Very satisfied."
Yard
Deck
under deck patio
Deck
deck

+93

Response time10 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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DELTA Electric, LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Frederick, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer need. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Outside light
Chandelier installation
Chandelier installation
Chandelier installation
Chandelier installation

+14

Response time12 hrs
Response rate93%
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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

Damp plaster does dry out, although the drying time depends on several factors, including the type of plaster, the surrounding temperature, moisture content, and the extent of the dampness. Sometimes, it can take weeks or months for wall plaster to dry naturally.

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.

Installing or repairing plaster on ceilings differs slightly from performing the same motions on a wall. You’ll apply slightly less plaster to lower the overall weight of the ceiling. Wall texturing is common, whereas most ceilings are smooth plaster. Tough coat plaster is strong, meaning you can use less while retaining a solid surface.

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.

It’s not a good idea to plaster over broken plaster (unless by broken you’re referring to cracked, in which case that’s perfectly fine). However, broken plaster can be a sign of a larger underlying issue like foundation damage or severe damage to the lath holding up the plaster, so it’s worth investigating before you simply plaster on top of the damage.

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