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House Doctors of NW Michigan
5.0(
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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
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Fresh Start Ceiling Co. LLC
New to Angi
Drywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Empire, MI and surrounding areas

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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
Padilla Custom Painting llc
4.6(
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For BusinessDrywall - Repair+1 more

Serving Empire, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Outstanding! Padilla Painting did great on both power washing and painting. The trim on our Craftsman style house has a lot of detail including corbels, brackets and window boxes. The Padilla crew did a phenomenal job and made us just feel good about our house again. Will I hire them again? Absolutely."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hathaway Services LLC
5.0(
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Serving Empire, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hathaway Services recently installed a new shower in our home. We could not be happier with the job. They were punctual and courteous. They cleaned up at the end of every day and took care of the trash. We would certainly have them do another project in our home."
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Response time2 days
Response rate95%
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

It's generally recommended to hang drywall on the ceiling first before moving on to the walls. This sequence allows the ceiling sheets to provide support for the vertical wall sheets. By attaching the ceiling drywall initially, you establish a solid framework to align and attach the wall panels accurately. This method ensures a seamless and sturdy connection between the ceiling and walls, resulting in a more professional finish.

You should wait at least 24 hours for drywall mud to dry before sanding or applying another coat. However, the exact drying time depends on several factors, including the thickness of the application, room temperature, humidity, and the type of compound used. Thicker layers, or projects in high humidity, may require 48 hours or more. Lightweight compounds tend to dry faster than heavier, all-purpose ones. You'll know the mud is ready when it feels completely dry and firm to the touch and has changed to a consistent light color. Sanding too early can cause smudging or gouges, so patience is essential for a smooth finish.

Costs range from $500 to $5,000, depending on damage size, labor, and finishing requirements.

The cost to skim coat drywall is $1.15 to $1.35 per square foot. Most of the cost is labor, for the necessary skills to apply the skim coat with precision using high-quality tools. This is a job better left to the professionals for the best outcomes.

You can put drywall mud over paint to even out the surface or entirely resurface it. Sand the surface with 280-grit sandpaper, vacuum the debris and dust with a shop vac, and clean it with a slightly damp cloth. Allow the surface to dry. Apply drywall primer, especially if you’re skim-coating an entire wall. Apply the right type of drywall mud over the surface and smooth it with a trowel. Allow the layer to cure fully, then sand it before applying another layer or painting it.

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