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Drywall Superiors
3.9(
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Serving Jacksonville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I thought for the amount of consumable material (1 Sheet of 4x8 drywall and screws along with the mud) that the estimate of $460.00 was a little high for the amount work that needed to performed."
S Bechtel
S Bechtel
S Bechtel
J Bissonnette
J Bissonnette

+1

Response time6 hrs
Response rate91%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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NC Gold Standard Home Improvements, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Jacksonville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Customers say: True professional

"Danny and his team at NC Gold Standard Home Improvements were extremely professional, knowledgeable, punctual, thorough and did and excellent job! If you’re looking for quality work that’s affordable this is who you need to call. Thank you Danny! I can’t wait for my bathroom remodel next!"
Sunroom
Painting - Exterior Project
Kitchen Backsplash
Sunroom
Painting - Exterior Project

+19

Response time10 mins
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Back Yard Builds And Designs
5.0(
5
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Serving Jacksonville, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I recently hired BYBD Construction for drywall repair in my home, and I couldn?t be more impressed with the results. From start to finish, their team was professional, punctual, and detail-oriented. They not only fixed the damaged areas seamlessly but also made sure the walls looked brand new?no uneven spots, no visible seams, just a flawless finish. The crew kept everything clean throughout the process and made sure I was happy with the work before wrapping up. It?s rare to find a company that takes this much pride in their craftsmanship, and BYBD Construction definitely delivered. I?ll be calling them again for future projects without hesitation."
Response time2 days
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Pablo's Home Services
5.0(
3
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Serving Jacksonville, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hi, hired him to uninstall and to install a ceiling fan and he did a very efficient and great job. He totally cleaned up after he was finished, and the price charge was what the price was given as an estimate."
Floors
Floors
Closet Remodels
Equipment Assembly
Equipment Assembly

+19

Response time6 hrs
Response rate88%
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Elite Contracting
4.2(
39
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Serving Jacksonville, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The team at Elite has provided exceptional service in completing the necessary work in both our bathroom and master bedroom. The guys were very professional and courteous, even suggesting ways to save us money. We were so pleased, that we contacted them again for additional work. Our second work request has been completed as well. The associate also provided very professional and courteous work. Again, making suggestions about the work that needed to be done to better our request and save money. I highly recommend this company and will continue to use them in the future."
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+40

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

There are six levels of drywall finish, from 0 to 5, that refer to the amount of work performed during the finishing process.

Level 0: Drywall is hung with no finishing work.

Level 1: Tape is placed over the seams between drywall sheets.

Level 2: A thin layer of mud is applied over the tape and screw holes. This level is common for utility rooms or walls that will be covered.

Level 3: A full coat of mud covers the screw holes and tape, but the surface is not sanded. This is often used in garages.

Level 4: This is the most common finish for visible interior walls. It involves applying two coats of mud over seams and screw holes, with sanding between each coat, creating a smooth surface ready for flat paint.

Level 5: This is a high-end finish for luxury homes. It includes full taping, mudding, and sanding, plus a final skim coat over the entire surface before painting.

New plaster must be fully dry and cured before painting. The drying time for plaster ranges from 1 to 4 hours, but the curing process can take more than five days, depending on various factors, including humidity levels, temperature, the amount of plaster used, and airflow in the area. You should always apply primer before painting plaster.

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.

There shouldn’t be any gaps between your walls and ceiling. These can be fixed with joint compound but that is only a fix, and it’s much better if your drywall fits correctly in the first place. Sometimes gaps can appear if your foundation shifts significantly but if this is the case, you have a much bigger problem than patching drywall.

The easiest way to cut holes in drywall for electrical boxes is to use a spiral saw with a drywall router bit. Hang the drywall without cutting out a hole for the box, but make sure you measure and mark where the box is located on the wall. Once you screw in the drywall sheet, drill a small hole into the box void, insert the spiral saw bit, and move it around the edge of the box using the inside wall as a guide. You can also use an oscillating multi-tool with an electrical box cutout for fast, professional results.

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