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Top-Rated Drywall pros in Cranbury - Updated Nov 2026

James P. Lavin
4.6(
67
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Cranbury, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Jim did a totally professional job on my drywall project; the taping and paint job were excellent. Jim is from the "old school" where quality, reliability and performance take priority. He brought drop cloths and a vacuum; one couldn't tell that a wall was ever torn down, taped and repainted. By the way, his norm is putting on 2 coats of paint. Furniture and pictures were put back into place. While waiting for the sparkle to dry (on the numerous coats put on), he re-screened one of our patio doors. He was on time and even texted me that he was on his way with an ETA, which he kept. His pricing was fair and reasonable. I highly recommend Jim Lavin for any handyman project you have. Thanks for a job well done!!!"
Response time9 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Veyta's Painting LLC
4.9(
48
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Cranbury, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Leo Veyta and his worker arrived promptly, and completed a flawless job power washing and staining my deck. I am very pleased with the results and would highly recommend Veyta Painting. They also made sure that nails were hammered securely before starting the job."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Mr. Handyman of S. Orange/Westfield/Scotch Plains & Metuchen
4.5(
516
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For BusinessDrywall - Repair+1 more

Serving Cranbury, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"It was perfect. Robert is wonderful and an artist with drywall. He did a fantastic job and my wall is like brand new. You cannot see any evidence of the prior damage/holes. He was quick and efficient and cleaned up completely when he was finished. He also changed an outdoor lightbulb for me in the rain (required getting on a ladder) and helped me assess how to fix some kitchen cabinets that have been giving me a hard time. He is very nice and does great work. I would definitely recommend him and will use him again."
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Response time3 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Red White and Blue Painting Enterprise, LLC
4.9(
119
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For BusinessDrywall - Repair+1 more

Serving Cranbury, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very careful and professional job. Neat work. Not a speck of paint where it shouldn't be. Came exactly when they said they would. Moved furniture and belongings when needed, put things back, cleaned up perfectly. Polite, accommodating, thoroughly trustworthy. Intelligent ideas for solving unusual problems, no complaints when complications in the job arise. . Pleasant and polite people."
exterior deck (before)
exterior deck
House uplift
Metal Roof 1940s barn house
Barn house outcome

+41

Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Bryan's Handyman & Home Improvement Service
4.7(
537
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For BusinessDrywall - Repair+1 more

Serving Cranbury, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Bryan’s team did an excellent job painting both the walls & woodwork in our den, kitchen, powder room & laundry room. Did great with the wall prep, including skim coating the powder room, where we had them remove the wallpaper. Both team members were courteous and easy to work with. Worked cleanly. Price for the job was very fair. We would definitely recommend Bryan & his team!"
Bathtub and wall
Kitchen Remodel
Remodeled bathroom
Staircase remodel
Basement Door

+377

Response time5 days
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Heartland Village General Contracting and Handyman Services
4.8(
208
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving Cranbury, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent workmanship!! The new roof looks beautiful! They cleaned up and the work was excellent. Also had 2 minor projects which were also completed excellent. They came on time and the work was completed quickly !! Will definitely use again highly recommend"
FLOORING
Remodel basements
Bathroom renovation
KITCHEN REMODEL
Decks

+151

Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Drywall FAQs, answered by experts

Yes, a fan can help drywall mud dry faster by improving air circulation and reducing humidity in the room. Drywall mud dries through evaporation, so increasing airflow speeds up this process. However, you should position the fan to blow across the room rather than directly on the wet mud. This helps prevent drying too quickly, which can cause cracking. You should also use a dehumidifier if high humidity is an issue.

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.

In most cases, plaster repair will improve your home’s energy efficiency because a solid barrier of the insulative material helps keep conditioned air inside your home. Major plaster repair jobs like repairing large cracks or crumbling sections of plaster or applying a skim coat might make a noticeable difference in your heating and cooling bills. Not only can plaster repairs improve efficiency, but they can also reduce strain on your HVAC equipment, potentially saving you money on maintenance and repairs.

The age of your home can clue you in to whether you have plaster or drywall ceilings. Homes built after the ‘70s are more likely to have drywall ceilings and walls, while older homes have plaster. You can also do the pushpin test: A pushpin will go into drywall, whereas it’s much harder to push one into a plaster wall. If you’re still unsure, ask a drywall professional to let you know which type of ceilings and walls you have.

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