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Naples Drywall, LLC
5.0(
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Install

Serving Cranford, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Naples Drywall to drywall my kitchen for a remodeling project. Joe did a great job. He came over quickly and gave me a fair quote and started the job right when I needed him. His work was fast, and installation and finishes were perfect. I would recommend Naples Drywall."
Response time4 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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RRB CONSTRUCTION LLC
4.9(
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Cranford, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had a medium size DRYWALL hole about 10 x 15 inches which had to be fixed. RRB construction did the job for a reasonable price with no problems. They came on time, and did the job to my satisfaction. I'll be hiring them again if the need"
Response time7 hrs
Response rate95%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rite-Way Home Improvements
5.0(
49
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Cranford, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike and Deon did a great job installing the drywall in my dining room. I would definitely reccomend them and I would hire them again when any future work is necessary!"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
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Mr. Handyman of S. Orange/Westfield/Scotch Plains & Metuchen
4.5(
515
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For BusinessDrywall - Repair+1 more

Serving Cranford, NJ and surrounding areas

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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%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JNA General Contractor LLC
4.8(
39
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Cranford, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Customers say: Super punctual

"We were extremely happy with the plaster work did for us. Greivin first visited to check the job and provided a very reasonable estimate the next day. We scheduled the work for a week later. Greivin and his assistant showed up on time. They were very professional and friendly. The work area was cleaned to our satisfaction, and the ceilings were left ready for painting as agreed. We highly recommend JNA Contractors LLC for any plaster/drywall work."
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Response time2 days
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

For maximum stability, install grab bars on wall studs, as this will adequately support the weight. However, if you don't have access to studs, you can get by with wall anchors. If opting for the latter, choose specialty hollow wall anchors. 

You should wait at least 24 hours for drywall mud to dry before sanding or applying another coat. However, the exact drying time depends on several factors, including the thickness of the application, room temperature, humidity, and the type of compound used. Thicker layers, or projects in high humidity, may require 48 hours or more. Lightweight compounds tend to dry faster than heavier, all-purpose ones. You'll know the mud is ready when it feels completely dry and firm to the touch and has changed to a consistent light color. Sanding too early can cause smudging or gouges, so patience is essential for a smooth finish.

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.

You can repair plaster ceilings yourself after the cause of the ceiling damage has been addressed. However, the repair can easily take 5 hours and can be slightly challenging for those without previous experience. If you do decide to flex your DIY muscle, have a helper to help hold the ladder and pass you the tools for safety purposes.

Choose a drill bit that is the size of the screws of the anchors you will use. You aren’t drilling through metal or concrete—hopefully—so any standard twist, wooden or all-purpose drill bit will work fine. It’s also important to have a screwdriver capable of drilling through the drywall and into the stud. The good news is most available drills, even the older ones, can do this with no issue.

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