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Clark Handyman & Carpentry
5.0(
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Porter, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We hired Brian to fix our leaky windows. We weren't sure it could even be done. But he improvised something using weatherstripping, and our home is nice and warm now as the wind howls outside at 20 degrees. He worked quickly and kept us informed every step of the way. We are extremely pleased."
Response time3 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Up Country Home Maintenance Service
5.0(
20
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Porter, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Very neat, clean and professional. You would not even know he was there the cleanup was done so well. Quality of work was excellent and he finished within the time frame he said he would."
Log home renovation
Log home renovation
Deck grates
Interior stair well
Interior stair well

+42

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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octagon-restoration
4.7(
96
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For BusinessDrywall - Repair+1 more

Serving Porter, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend Octagon Cleaning and Restoration. We recently purchased a house on the water and discovered that we had a mold issue in our basement. Matt and his crew were professional, informed us what needed to be done and completely eliminated the mold and the musty smell. Matt was very responsive to my texts, answered all my questions and a great representative of Octagon."
Water extraction.
Octagon vehicles
Drying structure damaged by water.
MOLD REMEDIATION
Dirty air duct.

+2

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

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.

To hide drywall edges, you need to properly apply drywall tape and multiple layers of joint compound. These materials hide the seams between drywall sheets and fill the holes from drywall screws, leaving behind a smooth, flat finish to paint over. Apply joint compound smoothly, and finish the job by sanding the walls to make sure you fully hide drywall edges and other imperfections.

Plastering lasts for around 15 to 20 years without needing repairs or maintenance in most cases, and with proper upkeep, plastering can last a lifetime—sometimes more than 100 years. Plaster repair costs between $1 and $3 per square foot, and you may need these services once every 15 to 20 years or so unless you have a harsh climate where humidity changes are a constant issue. You can also opt to skim-coat plaster for between $0.90 and $1.30 per square foot, which may serve you better in the long run.

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.

Drywall can get wet and dry out without sustaining permanent damage, but only if the water damage is minor. If you have a small leak and are quick to correct the issue and set up blower fans and dehumidifiers, your drywall should dry out. If the leak is persistent, the drywall becomes totally waterlogged, or mold begins forming on the drywall, you should remove and replace it.

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