What does water damage on a plaster ceiling look like?

• <div><p>Look for flaking paint or air bubbles that burst and then flake away. Paint will begin to flake after being exposed to minimal moisture or water, so it’s a good indicator of any water damage. If you notice your paint starting to flake, feel the plaster underneath to see if it is soft or damp.</p></div>

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Q: How do I know if I have plaster or drywall?

• <div><p>You can usually tell if you have plaster or drywall by touch (plaster is harder, colder, and smoother than drywall) or by tapping on it (drywall sounds hollow, plaster does not). If you still cannot tell, peek under an outlet cover and check the cut edges. The rough edges show the composition of the wall. You will see either drywall (two paper sheets sandwiching gypsum material) or only plaster material (no paper sheets). </p></div>

Q: What are common commercial drywall issues?

• <div><p>Cracks, holes, water damage, and dents from heavy equipment often require repair.</p></div>

Q: Can you mix plaster types?

• <div><p>You can put certain types of plaster over other types, but doing so isn't always the best idea. For example, putting a coat of gypsum over lime plaster is possible, but doing so will limit the lime plaster's breathability and potentially affect its performance.</p><p>Since cement plaster tends to leave a textured surface, no matter how much you smooth it, some people prefer to use gypsum plaster as a topcoat over cement plaster, creating a smoother surface.</p></div>

Q: Does shiplap cost more than drywall?

• <div><p>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-cost-install-drywall.htm">cost to install drywall</a> is between $1.50 and $3 per square foot, while shiplap installation costs between $2 and $7 on average. In most applications, shiplap installations cost more than that of putting in drywall. However, several ways exist to reduce shiplap prices, especially for small locations or accent walls, which can keep the total cost of shiplap competitive with that of drywall. </p></div>

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Excellent service, Brian and his crew were safe, meticulous, and deeply invested in completing tasks carefully and efficiently.
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I recently contacted Valler Services for a septic tank replacement, and I couldn't be more pleased with the service I received. From start to finish, their team was professional, knowledgeable, and attentive to my needs. The communication was excellent; they kept me informed at every stage of...
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Reviewed in October 2023
Kai rescued us from another contractor who strung us along and did nothing for 3 months. He swooped in and got everything done in record time. He was all business and knew how to coordinate with sub-contractors to get the work done. He was very professional and patient with us as we negotiated...
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Reviewed in October 2021
It was great. He was professional and dependable. He did what he said he was going to do. That was all I needed.
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Nathan showed up on time and did a great job. He replaced our carpet with beautiful wood laminate flooring
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Quality workmanship . Kept all promises . Very pro . Kept workspace tidy . Very happy with all he did . Plan to ask him to do more later on . 100% satisfied.
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Great company to work with.
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It was very nice. Very good. He talked with me and made sure I wanted the things he would be doing. The collaboration was good.
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Went the extra mile in terms of advice and number of trips during commute traffic.
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Plant Watering questions, answered by experts

You can usually tell if you have plaster or drywall by touch (plaster is harder, colder, and smoother than drywall) or by tapping on it (drywall sounds hollow, plaster does not). If you still cannot tell, peek under an outlet cover and check the cut edges. The rough edges show the composition of the wall. You will see either drywall (two paper sheets sandwiching gypsum material) or only plaster material (no paper sheets).

Look for flaking paint or air bubbles that burst and then flake away. Paint will begin to flake after being exposed to minimal moisture or water, so it’s a good indicator of any water damage. If you notice your paint starting to flake, feel the plaster underneath to see if it is soft or damp.

Cracks, holes, water damage, and dents from heavy equipment often require repair.

You can put certain types of plaster over other types, but doing so isn't always the best idea. For example, putting a coat of gypsum over lime plaster is possible, but doing so will limit the lime plaster's breathability and potentially affect its performance.

Since cement plaster tends to leave a textured surface, no matter how much you smooth it, some people prefer to use gypsum plaster as a topcoat over cement plaster, creating a smoother surface.

The cost to install drywall is between $1.50 and $3 per square foot, while shiplap installation costs between $2 and $7 on average. In most applications, shiplap installations cost more than that of putting in drywall. However, several ways exist to reduce shiplap prices, especially for small locations or accent walls, which can keep the total cost of shiplap competitive with that of drywall.

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