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"Roberto does amazing work, exactly as expected. He is very communicative, on time and professional. In addition to his obvious many years of practiced experience and excellent customer service, he is a very relatable and a kind gentleman."

Thomas T on October 2025

Drywall business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"Roberto does amazing work, exactly as expected. He is very communicative, on time and professional. In addition to his obvious many years of practiced experience and excellent customer service, he is a very relatable and a kind gentleman."

Thomas T on October 2025


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Mr. Handyman of Anne Arundel and PG County

4.69(
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Mr. Handyman of Anne Arundel and PG County

4.69(
633
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
21 years of experience
Warranties offered

We are proud to have won more than 50 Angie's List Super Service Awards! We do everything on the honey-do list that honey doesn't do! Individually owned & operated franchise of the largest Handyman companies in the country. We are licensed, bonded and insured. All of our technicians have a minimum of 10 years experience and are full-time employees of the company. All work guaranteed for at least one year (any exceptions are discussed and noted on the invoice). And it's not just the small jobs! We have years of experience doing larger projects, especially bathroom remodeling! MHIC # 102097

"It went fine.. The Pro with Mr. Handyman worked out just fine..."

Perry P on July 2025

We are proud to have won more than 50 Angie's List Super Service Awards! We do everything on the honey-do list that honey doesn't do! Individually owned & operated franchise of the largest Handyman companies in the country. We are licensed, bonded and insured. All of our technicians have a minimum of 10 years experience and are full-time employees of the company. All work guaranteed for at least one year (any exceptions are discussed and noted on the invoice). And it's not just the small jobs! We have years of experience doing larger projects, especially bathroom remodeling! MHIC # 102097

"It went fine.. The Pro with Mr. Handyman worked out just fine..."

Perry P on July 2025


SMITHWRIGHT HOME IMPROVEMENT SERVICES, LLC

4.91(
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SMITHWRIGHT HOME IMPROVEMENT SERVICES, LLC

4.91(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 years of experience

Smithwright Home Improvement is a general contracting company providing a broad range of home improvement and home repair services in the Suburban Maryland area. I am a company of one and use subcontractors only when absolutely necessary. 99% of the work I take on is performed by me. Smithwright Home Improvement is licensed with the Maryland Home Improvement Commission since 2004 under license# 89597. I've done mostly flat-fee work under contract with the home owner. Small projects, or handyman related work, bills out at $80/hour with a 3 hour minimum. Angie's List customers receive a 10% discount off labor charges that invoice over $500.00. Discounts do not apply to materials cost which are in addition to labor charges. I do not add any additional costs to materials. You pay what I pay. My business, up to now, has grown strictly through referrals from satisfied customers. In the 20 years since I started this business, I have served hundreds of home owners in this area doing everything from simple drywall work to building large room additions and decks. I pride myself in delivering results that far exceed my customer's expectations. (Please note, the nature of my work can make it quite difficult to take phone calls during the day. The last thing I want is to offend anyone by not picking up or not returning phone calls. Please contact me via text at 410-707-5542 or email at [email protected] as well and I will try to respond to you within 24 to 36 hours. Thank you!).

"Great work, fair price, friendly, arrived and completed work on time. Highly recommend."

Kristopher H on December 2025

Smithwright Home Improvement is a general contracting company providing a broad range of home improvement and home repair services in the Suburban Maryland area. I am a company of one and use subcontractors only when absolutely necessary. 99% of the work I take on is performed by me. Smithwright Home Improvement is licensed with the Maryland Home Improvement Commission since 2004 under license# 89597. I've done mostly flat-fee work under contract with the home owner. Small projects, or handyman related work, bills out at $80/hour with a 3 hour minimum. Angie's List customers receive a 10% discount off labor charges that invoice over $500.00. Discounts do not apply to materials cost which are in addition to labor charges. I do not add any additional costs to materials. You pay what I pay. My business, up to now, has grown strictly through referrals from satisfied customers. In the 20 years since I started this business, I have served hundreds of home owners in this area doing everything from simple drywall work to building large room additions and decks. I pride myself in delivering results that far exceed my customer's expectations. (Please note, the nature of my work can make it quite difficult to take phone calls during the day. The last thing I want is to offend anyone by not picking up or not returning phone calls. Please contact me via text at 410-707-5542 or email at [email protected] as well and I will try to respond to you within 24 to 36 hours. Thank you!).

"Great work, fair price, friendly, arrived and completed work on time. Highly recommend."

Kristopher H on December 2025


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LMI REMODELING LLC

5.00(
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LMI REMODELING LLC

5.00(
8
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. 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.

"Great experience neat work"

Michael O on July 2023

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. 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.

"Great experience neat work"

Michael O on July 2023


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Pablo & Jr Construction

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Pablo & Jr Construction

5.00(
8
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

Pablo & Jr Construction 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.

"Hi Pablo construction to put in a large drop ceiling after a freezer cooler removal to match the existing drop ceiling and a 300,000 square-foot storage facility. Met all milestones and timelines to complete the project on time. Highly recommend for small and large projects."

Malcolm S on December 2024

Pablo & Jr Construction 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.

"Hi Pablo construction to put in a large drop ceiling after a freezer cooler removal to match the existing drop ceiling and a 300,000 square-foot storage facility. Met all milestones and timelines to complete the project on time. Highly recommend for small and large projects."

Malcolm S on December 2024


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Home Valet Pros LLC

5.00(
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Home Valet Pros LLC

5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Home Valet Pros is your trusted local handyman service, providing skilled, reliable home repairs and maintenance across Anne Arundel, Howard, and Montgomery Counties. Our licensed, insured, background-checked technicians handle carpentry, drywall, painting, tile work, fixture replacements, light plumbing, light electrical, and a full range of home repair projects with professionalism and care. We’re not a marketplace or a “random handyman company” - you get trained, full-time technicians who arrive on time, respect your home, and stand behind their work. With decades of combined experience, we bring craftsmanship, safety, and clear communication to every job. In addition to one-time repairs, we offer custom preventative maintenance plans for homeowners who want ongoing quarterly care to stay ahead of costly issues. From fixing today’s project to preventing tomorrow’s, Home Valet Pros delivers dependable service, honest pricing, and complete peace of mind.

"Home Valet helped me with handyman task for my condo when I was selling it. They were polite, professional and very transparent with their pricing. The technicians talked me through each task and what they were doing. They did a great job and I would highly recommend them!"

catherine l on October 2025

Home Valet Pros is your trusted local handyman service, providing skilled, reliable home repairs and maintenance across Anne Arundel, Howard, and Montgomery Counties. Our licensed, insured, background-checked technicians handle carpentry, drywall, painting, tile work, fixture replacements, light plumbing, light electrical, and a full range of home repair projects with professionalism and care. We’re not a marketplace or a “random handyman company” - you get trained, full-time technicians who arrive on time, respect your home, and stand behind their work. With decades of combined experience, we bring craftsmanship, safety, and clear communication to every job. In addition to one-time repairs, we offer custom preventative maintenance plans for homeowners who want ongoing quarterly care to stay ahead of costly issues. From fixing today’s project to preventing tomorrow’s, Home Valet Pros delivers dependable service, honest pricing, and complete peace of mind.

"Home Valet helped me with handyman task for my condo when I was selling it. They were polite, professional and very transparent with their pricing. The technicians talked me through each task and what they were doing. They did a great job and I would highly recommend them!"

catherine l on October 2025


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Hugo Carpet Services, LLC

4.62(
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Hugo Carpet Services, LLC

4.62(
30
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 years of experience

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in quality for all of your flooring installation needs, and Painting Jobs. We specialize in a variety of residential flooring, and Painting and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we are involved with. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"They were team players, each one knew how to do all of the jobs. They were honest (I had hidden some money that I had forgotten about they found it and gave it to me) they are also well mannered and very polite. They did an excellent job installing carpet in 4 units. They had to move a lot of furniture in the units and nothing was broken. I would recommend them to anyone and would hire them again."

Savannah E on October 2020

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in quality for all of your flooring installation needs, and Painting Jobs. We specialize in a variety of residential flooring, and Painting and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we are involved with. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"They were team players, each one knew how to do all of the jobs. They were honest (I had hidden some money that I had forgotten about they found it and gave it to me) they are also well mannered and very polite. They did an excellent job installing carpet in 4 units. They had to move a lot of furniture in the units and nothing was broken. I would recommend them to anyone and would hire them again."

Savannah E on October 2020


PatchWorx.Pro

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PatchWorx.Pro

5.00(
6
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Customers say: Quick response

Our Satisfied Customers Back Our Drywall Repair and Home Remodeling Team! Not all home improvement companies guarantee their work. We do! This is because at PATCHWORX.PRO we are confident in the quality of our work. Our customers appreciate this, and it sets us apart from the competition. We use only the best materials, and we have a team of skilled professionals who know how to get the job done right. With our Lifetime Warranty, our customers can be sure they are getting what they pay for. Call or click for your quote today!

"The person they sent did an excellent job repairing my drywall in the garage and was very accommodating with my minor request for a thorough wall clean-up."

Susan L on July 2025

Our Satisfied Customers Back Our Drywall Repair and Home Remodeling Team! Not all home improvement companies guarantee their work. We do! This is because at PATCHWORX.PRO we are confident in the quality of our work. Our customers appreciate this, and it sets us apart from the competition. We use only the best materials, and we have a team of skilled professionals who know how to get the job done right. With our Lifetime Warranty, our customers can be sure they are getting what they pay for. Call or click for your quote today!

"The person they sent did an excellent job repairing my drywall in the garage and was very accommodating with my minor request for a thorough wall clean-up."

Susan L on July 2025


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Armored Basement Waterproofing

4.98(
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Armored Basement Waterproofing

4.98(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a Family owned local business with over 20 years of experience in the Basement Waterproofing field. Our focus is quality work and an honest assessment. You will notice our attention to detail and level experience from our office staff, to our field inspector, and our installation crews. We have zero salesman on staff, just the best inspector and installation crew in the business.

"Gary arrived on time , inspected the basement and the perimeter of the house and told me that what I need is to work on the gutters and downspouts. If that doesn’t solve the issue then I should consider a French Drain and sump pump on one side of the house and that would cost me around $3500. JES tried to make me sign a contract for 32k a couple of days ago and they wanted me to basically destroy the entire finished basement on top of it. I appreciate Gary’s honesty, it’s so hard to find someone like that nowadays. I will definitely called Armored Basement Waterproofing if still needed after fixing the gutters. 100% recommended!"

Giorgia A on July 2022

We are a Family owned local business with over 20 years of experience in the Basement Waterproofing field. Our focus is quality work and an honest assessment. You will notice our attention to detail and level experience from our office staff, to our field inspector, and our installation crews. We have zero salesman on staff, just the best inspector and installation crew in the business.

"Gary arrived on time , inspected the basement and the perimeter of the house and told me that what I need is to work on the gutters and downspouts. If that doesn’t solve the issue then I should consider a French Drain and sump pump on one side of the house and that would cost me around $3500. JES tried to make me sign a contract for 32k a couple of days ago and they wanted me to basically destroy the entire finished basement on top of it. I appreciate Gary’s honesty, it’s so hard to find someone like that nowadays. I will definitely called Armored Basement Waterproofing if still needed after fixing the gutters. 100% recommended!"

Giorgia A on July 2022


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Fresh Coat of Annapolis

4.98(
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Fresh Coat of Annapolis

4.98(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

2016 Super Service Award winning company! Fresh Coat Painters of Annapolis is an experienced Annapolis painter servicing the local Annapolis and surrounding communities. You do not need to look any further than Fresh Coat to find all of your painting needs met. Our Residential and Commercial painting services offer Interior Painting, Exterior Painting, New Construction Painting, Green Painting, Office Painting, Deck Staining, and Wallpaper Removal.

"Great job!"

Norma M on November 2023

2016 Super Service Award winning company! Fresh Coat Painters of Annapolis is an experienced Annapolis painter servicing the local Annapolis and surrounding communities. You do not need to look any further than Fresh Coat to find all of your painting needs met. Our Residential and Commercial painting services offer Interior Painting, Exterior Painting, New Construction Painting, Green Painting, Office Painting, Deck Staining, and Wallpaper Removal.

"Great job!"

Norma M on November 2023

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Drywall questions, answered by experts

You should do a little bit of sanding between adding coats of mud. Knock down any ridges or significantly imperfect areas through sanding, which should help you apply the next coat of mud smoothly. If your first coat of mud is pretty smooth after it dries, a quick sanding is all you’ll need. Don’t forget to wipe away any dust after each sanding process.

How you hang the drywall can affect the finishing process. It's often easier to finish horizontal drywall panels, as the seams run across the wall rather than up and down. Standard drywall panels are 48 inches wide, so the seam is easy to reach without bending down or stretching your arms.

You should wait at least 24 hours between each coat of drywall mud before sanding and adding another coat. This ensures the mud dries completely, although drying time depends on temperature, humidity, and the type of compound used. Lightweight muds dry faster, while heavier all-purpose compounds take longer. Always check for firmness and dryness before sanding or applying the next layer.

You should stagger drywall sheets to help prevent cracking. The joints between drywall sheets are the weak spots, so if you install drywall with seams aligned, you’ll create weak lines that run across the length of the wall and extend from floor to ceiling. But when you stagger drywall, the solid sections of panels will support the joints. This can prevent seams from cracking or separating due to fluctuating temperature and humidity, vibrations from movement inside the home, and gravity.

It is less expensive to install a drywall ceiling. Drop ceilings are generally more costly to install than drywall, but they're also easier to install. Drywall sheets are heavier than drop ceilings—weighing in at about 60 pounds each—so if you hire a pro, they may charge a little more for labor. You should also factor in paint costs for a drywall ceiling. The least expensive drywall ceiling option is the standard, smooth variety.

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