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• <div><p>You can put drywall mud over paint to even out the surface or entirely resurface it. Sand the surface with 280-grit sandpaper, vacuum the debris and dust with a shop vac, and clean it with a slightly damp cloth. Allow the surface to dry. Apply drywall primer, especially if you’re skim-coating an entire wall. Apply the right <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/types-drywall-mud.htm">type of drywall mud</a> over the surface and smooth it with a trowel. Allow the layer to cure fully, then sand it before applying another layer or painting it.</p></div>

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Reviewed in January 2026
Lucero and Sons Plumbing came out to do a water test of my soft water system. He was very knowledgeable and very personable. We will for sure be using him in the future. He relates well to the customer and understands prices and the customer needs.
Lucero & Sons Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
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Reviewed in October 2023
Robert was hired to do a major grounds clean-up, and we have since hired him to do monthly grounds maintenance. He does an excellent job at lawn maintenance, trimming, cleaning, blowing, etc. He also installed a new Hunter water irrigation system and is working on making sure that the...
El Coyote Landscaping
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Reviewed in December 2022
Had water main leak at meter our side. Alex came bright and early the next morning had our water back on before noon.
A & J MECHANICAL LLC
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Reviewed in August 2022
The owner was great to work with on this project. He was courteous and attentive. They replaced a few pipes and the main water line into my house. The project took longer than we thought, but it passed the city inspection. I'm happy with the results since it was an emergency break. I would hire...
MRM PLUMBING AND MECHANICAL, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2022
He went the extra mile, we had water marks from the sprinkler and he went above and beyond and cleaned them, so that was very good.
Clarify Window Cleaning
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Reviewed in May 2022
Excellent work on water softener & RO install. As plumbers, they were able to modify plumbing to avoid digging up my yard to install the softener. They do quality work at a reasonable cost.
Lucero & Sons Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
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Reviewed in October 2021
The job turned out excellent! Andres was informative and patient with someone who was not familiar with xeriscaping or southwest plants. He was also a good troubleshooter along with designing. Nellie in the office was welcoming and responsive. Any delay (minor and primarily due to weather)...
Gonzales Landscaping
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Reviewed in November 2020
The day before Thanksgiving and I have no water, And within 2 hours I was up and running thank you thank you thank you
Carter Well Drilling Services, Inc.
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Cracks, water damage, and holes from fixtures or impact.

It’s not a good idea to plaster over broken plaster (unless by broken you’re referring to cracked, in which case that’s perfectly fine). However, broken plaster can be a sign of a larger underlying issue like foundation damage or severe damage to the lath holding up the plaster, so it’s worth investigating before you simply plaster on top of the damage.

Regularly in areas prone to moisture or high traffic to catch issues early.

You can put drywall mud over paint to even out the surface or entirely resurface it. Sand the surface with 280-grit sandpaper, vacuum the debris and dust with a shop vac, and clean it with a slightly damp cloth. Allow the surface to dry. Apply drywall primer, especially if you’re skim-coating an entire wall. Apply the right type of drywall mud over the surface and smooth it with a trowel. Allow the layer to cure fully, then sand it before applying another layer or painting it.

A nail in drywall cannot hold very much—usually only a few pounds. A nail in a stud can add support and hold around 20 pounds. If you are trying to hang something heavier, get some help from drywall anchors—toggle bolts are very strong and able to withstand more weight.

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