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M&D Property Solutions
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Serving Sylva, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

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"It has worked out so well for me and my family. And yeah, please do it all day. Please let me know if I can help. Please let me know when I get home, and I will be home in the next few days. Please let me know when I can get you. Please let me know when I get back. Please let me know if I need anything else. Please let me know if I can get you a text or text me or text or call me when I can."
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Billy Harris
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Serving Sylva, NC and surrounding areas

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I’m 54 yrs old \n35 yrs experience building remodeling \nSeptic tank installs an repairs \nAdditions to homes \nLvp flooring an hard wood installation \nCarports \nDecks \nMetal roofing \nWater heater installation \nPlumbing \nExcavating I have trac ho an skid steer for lot clearing \nI am very reliable an take pride in my work whatever the job may be

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JDA Drywall&Painting
3.7(
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Serving Sylva, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Estimate was reasonable. They covered the furniture, and worked to finish the job in a timely manner. They were pleasant, professional and the repairs were perfect. I was extremely pleased with the results. I'm referring the company to friends and a realtor. Thanks Guys Job well done!!!!"
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Response time2 days
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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

It’s not a good idea to plaster over broken plaster (unless by broken you’re referring to cracked, in which case that’s perfectly fine). However, broken plaster can be a sign of a larger underlying issue like foundation damage or severe damage to the lath holding up the plaster, so it’s worth investigating before you simply plaster on top of the damage.

Technically speaking, you can use drywall primer over plasters. However, oil-based primers work the most effectively on wall plasters. Meanwhile, water-based primers work just as well with drywalls. Nowadays, there are also universal primers suitable for drywall and plaster. Overall, you will be fine as long as you are using a trustworthy brand.

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.

This depends on how much plaster is applied and in how many layers, but a decent estimate is around 150 square feet. If you are applying only two coats on a small wall, there is a chance you may only need one or two gallons for the entire project. If you are plastering a large living room wall with high ceilings, using one of the more involved techniques–like Scagliola–that requires several coats, expect the project materials costs to add up quickly. 

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.

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