Top-rated drywall pros.

Get matched with top drywall pros in Princeton, NJ

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your drywall service project in Princeton, NJ?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

TRUSTED BY PRINCETON, NJ HOMEOWNERS

  • Average homeowner rating star icon4.6
    Average homeowner rating
  • Verified reviews icon80
    Verified drywall services reviews

Find Drywall pros in Princeton

Avatar for Quality Drywall and Painting
Quality Drywall and Painting
5.0(
6
)
Drywall - Install - For BusinessDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great experience with Rene' Advanced Drywall. Got what I felt was a fair price for the drywall repairs I needed done. Rene came by and made the repairs in an hour! The job was handled very professionally and Rene was a pleasure to work with. I'm very satisfied with the results, and there is no doubt in my mind about recommending him to others or calling him again for another job. Thank you!""
Before Installation
Framed wall
Floor/wall finished
Response time12 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
James P. Lavin
4.6(
67
)
Drywall - Repair

Serving Princeton, 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
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for The Patch Boys of Central Jersey
The Patch Boys of Central Jersey
4.6(
72
)
Drywall - InstallDrywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Had a few patches in drywall that needed repairing due to a leak in my house. Heard from them almost immediately after putting in a request. Communication back-and-forth was fantastic. The work was done and completed neatly in a timely fashion. Everything done as I needed it to be. I would recommend 10 times out of 10 to anybody that needs some drywall work done."
Patch and Texture
Patch and Paint
Patch and Paint
Patch and Finish
Patch and Paint

+2

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by77%of homeowners
Avatar for Red White and Blue Painting Enterprise, LLC
Red White and Blue Painting Enterprise, LLC
4.9(
119
)
Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For BusinessDrywall - Repair+1 more

Serving Princeton, 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
...
Showing 1-10 of 511
Drywall questions, answered by experts

You can paint over plaster, but repair any damage to the plaster first, or the paint will crack and bubble. You should also prepare the surface of the plaster to accept paint, which gives your paint job the best chance of looking good and lasting a long time. Before applying the color you want, apply a coat or two of primer. Additionally, use latex paint, and choose a latex paint with a satin finish for areas with dampness, like bathrooms.

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.

The best way to make long, straight cuts is to use a utility knife and a T-square to score the sheet, snap along the score, and then finish the cut by cutting through the paper on the opposite side with the utility knife. If you’re making small cuts, curved cuts, or cutouts for electrical boxes or light fixtures, you can use a manual jab saw to keep costs down, but an electric spiral saw or oscillating multi-tool will get the cleanest, fastest cuts possible.

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.

Plaster provides a durable, soundproof, and moisture-resistant finish compared to drywall.

The Princeton, NJ homeowners’ guide to drywall services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.