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Top-Rated Drywall pros in Oakland - Updated Nov 2026

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Rite-Way Home Improvements
5.0(
50
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Oakland, 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%
199 neighbors recently requested a quote
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On-A-Roll Contracting, LLC
5.0(
34
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Oakland, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a wonderful job repairing or wall and ceiling. Jeff was extremely communicative, letting me know when he would come and if anything changed he let me know immediately. His customer service was impeccable. He left the area as clean as when he arrived. I would definitely recommend!"
Company Van
Exterior paint job
Exterior paint job
Skim coat and Laminate floor install
Custom carpentry

+11

Response time4 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Drywall FAQs, 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.

It is more difficult to drywall a ceiling than it is to drywall a wall, but not so hard that DIYers can’t tackle it. One of the main issues with hanging drywall on your ceiling is getting it into place. Drywall isn’t light so, if you are hanging full drywall panels, you will need at least two (it’s better with more) people to hold the panel while you drill it into the ceiling as a single piece can weigh between 40 and 60 pounds and will need to be held in place for up to 10 minutes.

The time it takes for thinset to dry is determined by your room’s ambient temperature and humidity levels. Assuming the average humidity level is around 40% with an average temperature of 70 degrees Fahrenheit, thinset can dry within 48 hours. Lower temperatures and higher humidity can extend the curing process beyond 72 hours, while high heat and zero humidity can shorten the curing process. However, thinset can crack if it dries too fast.

Yes, applying a texture can hide minor imperfections and irregularities in drywall, but it will not cover significant damage like nail marks or screw holes. The best texture depends on the size of the flaws. For minor imperfections, popular choices like orange peel, sand, or popcorn texture are effective. For larger imperfections, you may need a more prominent style, such as a knockdown or trowel finish, to conceal them effectively.

A local drywall contractor can texture your drywall for you. Drywall contractors are a better choice than general handy people because the contractors have a lot of experience working with drywall mud. The process is somewhat of an art thanks to the complexity of working with the mud, so call in a drywall pro who knows what they’re doing.

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