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House Doctors of NW Michigan
5.0(
10
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Empire, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Had a sliding window door that was closed and locked and the lock was broken. Didn't think it could be opened but my professional found a way. Excellent work that saved money in the long run."
Response time5 hrs
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Fresh Start Ceiling Co. LLC
New to Angi
Drywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Empire, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Fresh Start is a local Northern Michigan ceiling refresh company focused on popcorn and textured ceiling removal, sanding, prep, primer, and ceiling paint. I work with homeowners, real estate agents, rental property owners, and property managers who want ceilings to look cleaner, brighter, and more updated without turning the project into a full remodel.\n\nMy goal is simple: show up when I say I will, communicate clearly, protect the home, do clean honest work, and leave the ceiling looking better than I found it.\n\nFresh Start Ceiling Co. serves Grand Traverse, Benzie, Leelanau, Wexford, and surrounding Northern Michigan areas.

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C & C Finishers, LLC
3.8(
22
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving Empire, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have used Chris for drywall projects at my home for almost 20 years. Chris has helped me with large and small jobs and has delivered the same great service no matter the size or cost of the project.His commitment to excellence with drywall finishing is obvious as he always asks for feedback. He has even redone work for me when I was not completely satisfied. The last job was repairing my garage ceiling and he matched the texture exactly! I will not use any other drywall contractor, and highly recommend C&C Finishers."
 Custom Crown Moulding
Earthen Straw/Clay Stucco
Residential EIFS Cladding w/ WRB
WRB Systems( Waterproof Air  Barrier)
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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The Wash Doctor
4.7(
15
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Empire, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The Wash Doctor did an amazing job washing our home! After not properly maintaining our home, decks and sidewalks, for a few years (very embarrassing) and seeing signs of mold (even more embarrassing), I called The Wash Doctor and canâ t say enough positive things. VERY professional, EXCELLENT work and at a great price. Highly recommend their services. Donâ t let your home not get the care and service that the Dr. can give! Your neighbors will appreciate it."
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Response time1 day
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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.

A 50-pound mirror can be hung on drywall, but only if it has the support of strong hardware. Ideally, you can find the studs behind the drywall and attach the mirror to them; this will give your mirror better stability. Otherwise, confirm that you are using anchors appropriate to the weight of the mirrors. Another technique is to use French cleats—two pieces of wood that fit together, with one piece attached to the wall and the other to the mirror. This allows the weight to be distributed over a wider area.

Drywall mudding can be done in one day if the project is small and the desired effect isn’t too complex. If you need multiple layers of mud, one day may not be realistic. But a single room that requires little more than joint compound on the seams and screws can be done in a day or two.

Which style of corner bead you choose—whether metal or paper-faced—depends on your preference and if you’re comfortable using metal-cutting tools and a hammer. Metal bead offers superior strength and durability but its installation is slightly more involved. We’d say for most cases, it’s better to use metal bead but if you’re not comfortable working with metal, paper-faced bead will work just fine. 

You should leave a gap between drywall sheets because they naturally expand and contract along with the building framing as temperature and humidity change. Most pro drywall installers leave a gap of about ⅛ inch between drywall sheets, allowing the sheets to expand, contract, and shift without cracking or becoming damaged. If you don’t leave enough gaps between slabs, the edges will press against each other when they expand, and the pressure can cause visible cracks.

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