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S and S Drywall Plaster Paint
5.0(
7
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For BusinessDrywall - Repair+1 more

Serving California, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Petey was super quick to respond to my post. He came out to do the estimate quickly and got the job done a few days later as requested. His price was super fair and he and his partner were absolutely fantastic and the job was done perfectly. I will definitely be calling on them again when it comes time to do all the plaster in the house."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate98%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Watowa Restoration LLC
4.6(
43
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving California, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We had quite an unexpected situation when my husband accidentally fell through the ceiling, leaving a pretty big hole in our drywall. Watowa Restoration came to the rescue! Blake responded quickly, assessed the damage, and got everything repaired so smoothly you’d never even know there had been a hole there. The quality of his work was excellent — clean lines, perfect texture match, and he left the area spotless. He was professional, friendly, and made a stressful situation so much easier to deal with. I highly recommend him for any drywall repair or home repair needs!"
Full Kitchen Remodel
Full Kitchen Remodel
Full Kitchen Remodel
Fireplace build
Outdoor Kitchen Build

+7

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
JD's Painting & More
4.4(
29
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Drywall - Repair

Serving California, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"These guys did a great job. They showed up on time and completed the project before moving on to the next one. High quality results and the crew was very polite and helpful. Even cleaned a ceiling fan for me...would definitely use this company again."
GRAVOIS MILL LAKE OZARK
GRAVOIS MILL LAKE OZARK
GRAVOIS MILL LAKE OZARK
Southwood Shores Condo
bathroom repair from water damage

+38

Response time6 hrs
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Personal Contractor
5.0(
4
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Install

Serving California, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

"Josh has a great attitude, good sense of humor and is easy to work with. He arrived and looked at my front porch railing that was falling forward and advised of a couple different ways to fix it. I appreciated his bluntness as time is precious. He quoted me a price to temporarily fix the railing and also install a lock to an upstairs room. He was able to temporarily fix it with a future date to permanently fix it because we have to get the materials wood concrete screws to permanently fix it. He was also able to install the lock to the upstairs room. Overall it was a good experience and I have hired him for future projects."
Gallery
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Kohl Renovations LLC
4.6(
9
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Drywall - Install

Serving California, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Brandon not only helped us out in a major pinch, but he saved us money and got the job done in half the time quoted by comparable businesses. 10/10 would recommend his friendly amd wide range of service."
Before
After
Before side steps
After Front Steps
After Side Steps

+29

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Zitro Drywall
New to Angi
Drywall - RepairDrywall - Install

Serving California, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

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

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Jo-Yo's Painting
New to Angi
Drywall - Repair

Serving California, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s 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.\n

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Drywall questions, answered by experts

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.

If your home was built before the 1940s and was not remodeled in the past 50 or so years, you probably have plaster walls. Aside from assuming, there are some practical ways to tell if you have plaster walls, including the following: If you knock on the wall and it feels solid, not hollow, if you can’t insert a thumbtack easily, if there are cracks that look like spiderwebs, or if your home has curved, arched, or swirled walls, doorways, or window openings.

If you have an unfinished basement or attic, you could examine the backs of any finished walls to check, too.

Whether a drywall anchor can be reused depends on its material, type, and the method of removal. Plastic anchors, including expansion and self-drilling types, are generally designed for single use as they tend to break or deform upon removal. Metal anchors, such as toggle bolts, are more durable and may be reusable if they are not damaged during extraction. However, with toggle bolts, the toggle piece can fall into the wall cavity when the bolt is removed, making it difficult to retrieve. If an anchor is damaged during removal, for instance by having its head cut off, it cannot be reused regardless of the material.

Drywall tape is made of paper, while drywall mesh is made of fiberglass or metal. Drywall mesh patches are suitable for repairing small holes in drywall, while paper drywall tape holds a crease better for corners. You need joint compound to adhere drywall tape to the wall, while mesh patches may be self-adhesive.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

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