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Rite-Way Home Improvements
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Old Tappan, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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"Very impressed with the care taken and quality of their work. They repaired water damage to my kitchen ceiling and now it looks brand new. Very courteous and professional. Would definitely hire them again."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
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NJ Pro Home Improvements
4.9(
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving Old Tappan, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Juan and his team did an amazing job repairing the drywall in our basement. They were knowledgeable, precise in their work, and very professional. It was a pleasure doing business with Juan and his team."
Front Paint Completed
Finish Product
Orange Top Color Finished
Bathroom Remodel
Epoxy Completed

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Response time12 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

A common cause of separation between a wall and the ceiling is truss lift—this can happen to the ceiling of rooms directly under the attic when the seasons change and wood building materials dry out, shrink, and shift. Roof trusses often dry out at different speeds, and if the bottom pieces dry out faster than the top pieces, they can shrink and pull the attached drywall away from ceilings and walls, causing cracks. Fortunately, truss lift is only a cosmetic problem, not a structural problem, and you can fix it by separating the ceiling drywall from the roof trusses, and patching the cracks.

You can usually tell if you have plaster or drywall by touch (plaster is harder, colder, and smoother than drywall) or by tapping on it (drywall sounds hollow, plaster does not). If you still cannot tell, peek under an outlet cover and check the cut edges. The rough edges show the composition of the wall. You will see either drywall (two paper sheets sandwiching gypsum material) or only plaster material (no paper sheets).

Plaster itself has a higher R-value than drywall. However, there are other considerations surrounding plaster and insulation. As a general rule, it's easier to obtain consistency in insulating value and quality when working with drywall rather than plaster. Plaster walls often don't contain any insulation behind the wall covering by design, and careful evaluation is necessary when choosing to add it.

While fumigation chemicals cannot pass through solid objects, they will seep into any openings in walls, doors, or other closed spaces. This allows them to get into tight places where pests may be hiding and causing damage, like termites ruining the foundation of your home. It also means that your home needs to ventilate for 48 hours before returning to ensure that no harmful chemicals remain in your space. 

Wall anchors are suitable for drywall and plaster walls, which are common in most homes. However, different wall materials may require specialized anchors. For concrete or masonry walls, you'd typically use concrete anchors. When dealing with other wall types, such as brick or tile, specific anchors designed for those materials may be necessary. Always consult with a hardware specialist or check the manufacturer's recommendations to ensure you select the appropriate anchors for your specific wall type.

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