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Bliss Construction LLC
5.0(
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Lodi, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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Customers say: Quick response

"Bliss did an excellent job on my walls. My walls were so damaged with big and small holes everywhere!! Bliss repaired the holes and painted. My room looks brand new! Will definitely hire for more jobs."
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Premier Built
4.3(
52
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving Lodi, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

Emergency services offered

Customers say: Terrific value

"Richard did an outstanding job painting my elderly's Mom's concrete walls with drylok. I would recommend Richard for your home improvement needs. He is a true professional."
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Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
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Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Cabinet refinishing

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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can install drywall over plaster, but there are important factors to consider. While it can create a smooth, flat surface, it is often not the best approach. Installing drywall over plaster will increase the wall's thickness, which can cause issues with existing window and door frames that may no longer fit. You might also need to adjust power outlets to keep them accessible. A better, though more expensive, option is to remove the old plaster and lath entirely before installing new drywall. Drywalling directly over plaster seals in the old material, and if any problems arise later, you will need to remove both layers down to the structural beams for repairs. Given the potential complications, this job is best handled by professionals.

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.

While a normal moisture level for drywall is between 5% and 12%, replacement is recommended if you get consistent readings above 17%. At this level, the drywall is likely too compromised by extensive moisture damage to be considered safe. You can replace either the entire sheet or just the affected section. If you are unsure after a visual inspection, it is best to have a contractor or water restoration provider use a professional moisture meter to get an accurate reading.

Pros ensure smooth finishes and lasting repairs, avoiding visible patches.

You may need to replace drywall because of smoke damage. If the drywall is covered in soot, you may be able to clean it, but it will require a lot of time and effort. You could spend hours cleaning the drywall only to find there is more damage and it needs to be replaced anyway. It’s usually easier and safer to remove the smoke-damaged drywall and replace it.

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