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McGrew Pro Services LLC
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Repair

Serving Sumrall, MS and surrounding areas

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Welcome to McGrew Pro Services LLC! With 8 years of hands-on experience in the home improvement and maintenance industry, I take pride in providing dependable, high-quality workmanship and outstanding customer service. My experience includes interior and exterior painting, residential and commercial cleaning, plumbing repairs, electrical work, flooring installation, and HVAC maintenance and repairs. Whether you need a small repair, routine maintenance, or a larger home improvement project, I approach every job with professionalism, attention to detail, and respect for your home. My goal is to deliver reliable service, honest communication, and quality results that exceed your expectations. When you choose McGrew Pro Services LLC, you’re choosing a contractor who values integrity, reliability, and doing the job right the first time.

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A&A Contracting & Construction
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Repair

Serving Sumrall, MS and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Gary called me the same day Servicemagic emailed me with his information and he left a message on my voice mail. I did not return his call because I was out of the office for a few days. Before I could return his call, he called me again. He was very professional and did an excellent job. I would definitely use him again and also recommend him to family and friends."
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J & L Painting LLC
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For Business

Serving Sumrall, MS and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"J&L did an awesome job! I had the entire interior painted (including the ceilings), partial exterior and 3 exterior doors stained. I cannot say enough good this about Omar and his team. It was worth every dime. Their attention to detailed is unmatched. The prep work and care they took ensured a beautiful outcome. Thanks Angi for this referral."
Response time1 day
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Southern Drywalling
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For Business

Serving Sumrall, MS and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Freddy was great and super helpful. He explained what the probables was clearly. I needed a new attic fan and he came back after he got lunch to install my new attic fan. He was friendly and professional. I recommend him."
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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can speed up the time it takes for plaster to dry, but it's important to do so carefully to avoid issues like cracking or crumbling. Proper ventilation is key; open a window or use a fan to circulate air in the room. Heat can also accelerate drying, but be cautious, as too much heat can cause the plaster to dry too quickly and crack. Check the plaster's packaging for the recommended drying temperature and set the room's thermostat accordingly. While managing humidity is important, avoid using a dehumidifier, which can remove moisture too aggressively and result in crumbly plaster.

Drying alone can take 1 to 4 hours to dry to the touch per plaster layer, but some types of plaster take several hours longer to dry. However, this doesn’t mean the job is done because plaster doesn’t fully harden until it cures, which can take a few days to a couple of weeks. It may take even longer if you’re building a new, pretty thick plaster wall. Allow the plaster to cure before painting it.

Although they are used for similar tasks, spackle and joint compound are not the same. Joint compound, also known as drywall mud, consists of limestone and gypsum and is primarily used for large-scale projects like taping and finishing seams on new drywall. Spackle is composed of gypsum and binding agents, making it a thicker compound best suited for small wall repairs like filling nail holes or cracks, as it dries quickly and is easy to sand. For small repairs, either product can be suitable. However, you can use joint compound for small jobs in place of spackle, but you cannot use spackle for large-scale taping and mudding projects.

Although they have similar applications, spackle and joint compound are not the same. Their primary differences lie in their composition, consistency, and ideal use cases.

Spackle is composed of gypsum and binding agents, making it thicker than joint compound. It dries quickly and is easy to sand, which makes it ideal for small wall repair projects like filling nail holes or patching minor damage.

Joint compound, also known as drywall mud, consists of limestone and gypsum. It is primarily used for large-scale projects, such as taping and finishing the seams on newly installed drywall. It tends to shrink more than spackle and can be more difficult to spread.

While both products can be used to fill small depressions and cracks, spackle cannot replace joint compound for taping and mudding new drywall. Conversely, you can often use joint compound for small patching jobs typically done with spackle.

It may take a bit of patience and trial and error to match your particular drywall texture type when making repairs. For orange peel or knockdown finishes, use a spray texture product or a thinned joint compound applied with a roller or sponge. Practice on scrap drywall or cardboard first. Once dry, lightly sand and prime before painting.

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