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Lux Drywall

5.00(
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Lux Drywall

5.00(
18
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!

"Removed ducts and repaired 10 holes."

Gary S on December 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!

"Removed ducts and repaired 10 holes."

Gary S on December 2025


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Nickel City Repair

4.87(
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Nickel City Repair

4.87(
23
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Nickel City Repair is Buffalos finest handy man service. With 15 year experience, I know what it takes to get the job done. There is no job to big or small, we do it all. From painting to fences and all interior work. We are offering free estimates and would love to look at any upcoming project you have in your home. Have a question? Call us or click for a free quote today!

"Roger was great! He was very professional and stayed extra and did extra work when the peace required more than expected because it wasn't as easy as we thought! He was very nice and had a lot of tools with him to get the job done."

Madeline S on November 2025

Nickel City Repair is Buffalos finest handy man service. With 15 year experience, I know what it takes to get the job done. There is no job to big or small, we do it all. From painting to fences and all interior work. We are offering free estimates and would love to look at any upcoming project you have in your home. Have a question? Call us or click for a free quote today!

"Roger was great! He was very professional and stayed extra and did extra work when the peace required more than expected because it wasn't as easy as we thought! He was very nice and had a lot of tools with him to get the job done."

Madeline S on November 2025


"We hired Jeff and his crew twice within the last year and a half. The first time was to paint the inside of our garage and the second was to paint the interior of our house. Each time the work was flawless! Jeff and his crew do quality work at a fair price. They are very professional, neat and a pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend them, and I will definitely use them again."

Frank F on February 2023

We are a painting business that services Saint Johns County. We strive to make our customers happy and make the process of painting customer's homes as easy and stress-free as possible.

"We hired Jeff and his crew twice within the last year and a half. The first time was to paint the inside of our garage and the second was to paint the interior of our house. Each time the work was flawless! Jeff and his crew do quality work at a fair price. They are very professional, neat and a pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend them, and I will definitely use them again."

Frank F on February 2023


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Perkins Home Improvement

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Perkins Home Improvement

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

At Perkins Home Improvement, we take pride in every job. Our crew is detail oriented and quality is guaranteed. We specialize in kitchen and bath remodels with years of experience in every aspect of the residential construction process. Check out our Facebook page for more reviews and photos! https://www.facebook.com/PerkinsHomeImprove

"Perkins Home Improvement did an excellent kitchen remodel. Chris and crew were timely, clean and professional. We love the kitchen and will have them come back to do our bathroom remodel."

Kathleen K on March 2019

At Perkins Home Improvement, we take pride in every job. Our crew is detail oriented and quality is guaranteed. We specialize in kitchen and bath remodels with years of experience in every aspect of the residential construction process. Check out our Facebook page for more reviews and photos! https://www.facebook.com/PerkinsHomeImprove

"Perkins Home Improvement did an excellent kitchen remodel. Chris and crew were timely, clean and professional. We love the kitchen and will have them come back to do our bathroom remodel."

Kathleen K on March 2019


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Sullivan Interior Finishing

5.00(
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Sullivan Interior Finishing

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

Sullivan Interior Finishing is a licensed and insured remodeling company that specializes in Kitchen and Bath renovations across the WNY area. The company is based on honest reliable service that shows up on time and does what it is contracted to do. Because of this simple model, there has been a steadily growth of references in almost any town. We are a smoke free, alcohol free, profanity free company that treats each client's home as their own.

"Perfect. We are happy we used this company."

Dora B on October 2020

Sullivan Interior Finishing is a licensed and insured remodeling company that specializes in Kitchen and Bath renovations across the WNY area. The company is based on honest reliable service that shows up on time and does what it is contracted to do. Because of this simple model, there has been a steadily growth of references in almost any town. We are a smoke free, alcohol free, profanity free company that treats each client's home as their own.

"Perfect. We are happy we used this company."

Dora B on October 2020


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Frank's Basement Systems

4.73(
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Frank's Basement Systems

4.73(
361
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers

Since 1985, Frank's Basement Systems has served the Greater Buffalo, Rochester, and Western New York regions in basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation and repair, and residential and commercial foundation repair services. As a member of several nationally-recognized contractor networks, such as Basement Systems, Supportworks, and CleanSpace, Frank's Basement Systems has access to patented, award-winning products and comprehensive training.

"Due to a rapid thawing, our home's sump pump started to fail and couldn't pump water faster than it was coming in from the drain tile. I came home from work to find a huge puddle of water in the area where the pump was situated, about 1/2" deep. The pump itself was working, but barely. After spending an hour bucketing water out of the pump well, I gave Frank's Basement Systems a call at around 7:45pm. One of their guys, Shane, was at my house within 20 minutes. He did a perimeter check outside the house and confirmed water was being pumped out, but the flow was minimal. He disconnected the pump from the piping, pulled it out, and I got a view of how corroded the old pump was, and it was chock full of debris and rocks. He cleaned the rocks from the pump and reinstalled to see if that would help the situation - it didn't. By this point, I was fully prepared to invest in a new pump, and he kindly provided me with the inventory he had available. Upon deciding which pump to go with, he went to his truck, drew up the paperwork that I signed, and he was able to install the new pump within half an hour. In addition to the pump, he redid the piping exiting the house and added a quiet check valve. Finally, he provided me with an estimate for a backup pump, at my request. Besides the great and thorough work, Shane was friendly, kind and honest. He did his due diligence in first attempting to repair the old sump before advising installation of a new model. He wore plastic booties over his shoes, wore a face mask the entire time and maintained proper social distancing. I've worked with Frank's at my previous house and am glad to have worked with them on the sump for my current house. I hope I won't need any work in the near future, but if I do, I'll continue to go with Frank's."

CaMareo W on March 2021

Since 1985, Frank's Basement Systems has served the Greater Buffalo, Rochester, and Western New York regions in basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation and repair, and residential and commercial foundation repair services. As a member of several nationally-recognized contractor networks, such as Basement Systems, Supportworks, and CleanSpace, Frank's Basement Systems has access to patented, award-winning products and comprehensive training.

"Due to a rapid thawing, our home's sump pump started to fail and couldn't pump water faster than it was coming in from the drain tile. I came home from work to find a huge puddle of water in the area where the pump was situated, about 1/2" deep. The pump itself was working, but barely. After spending an hour bucketing water out of the pump well, I gave Frank's Basement Systems a call at around 7:45pm. One of their guys, Shane, was at my house within 20 minutes. He did a perimeter check outside the house and confirmed water was being pumped out, but the flow was minimal. He disconnected the pump from the piping, pulled it out, and I got a view of how corroded the old pump was, and it was chock full of debris and rocks. He cleaned the rocks from the pump and reinstalled to see if that would help the situation - it didn't. By this point, I was fully prepared to invest in a new pump, and he kindly provided me with the inventory he had available. Upon deciding which pump to go with, he went to his truck, drew up the paperwork that I signed, and he was able to install the new pump within half an hour. In addition to the pump, he redid the piping exiting the house and added a quiet check valve. Finally, he provided me with an estimate for a backup pump, at my request. Besides the great and thorough work, Shane was friendly, kind and honest. He did his due diligence in first attempting to repair the old sump before advising installation of a new model. He wore plastic booties over his shoes, wore a face mask the entire time and maintained proper social distancing. I've worked with Frank's at my previous house and am glad to have worked with them on the sump for my current house. I hope I won't need any work in the near future, but if I do, I'll continue to go with Frank's."

CaMareo W on March 2021


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Top Notch Drywall & Plaster

5.00(
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Top Notch Drywall & Plaster

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a family owned and operated business. Our experience was brought down from 3 generations. We specialize in ceiling and wall repairs including water damage, stress cracks, sagging plaster. **Drywall service also offered*** attics, basements or additions,FINISHING OF THE DRYWALL ONLY. "You hang it and we will do the finishing"

"Vinny is an artist with plaster! if you want the best work at great price, Top Notch Drywall & Plaster is the company to hire!"

Luke G on June 2022

We are a family owned and operated business. Our experience was brought down from 3 generations. We specialize in ceiling and wall repairs including water damage, stress cracks, sagging plaster. **Drywall service also offered*** attics, basements or additions,FINISHING OF THE DRYWALL ONLY. "You hang it and we will do the finishing"

"Vinny is an artist with plaster! if you want the best work at great price, Top Notch Drywall & Plaster is the company to hire!"

Luke G on June 2022


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CertaPro Painters® of WNY

4.64(
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CertaPro Painters® of WNY

4.64(
92
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers

Western New York's premier painters, specializing in residential and commercial projects. Our services are guaranteed to be of the highest standard. Serving the painting needs of the entire Buffalo & Niagara Falls area. Interior and exterior, power washing, and deck staining and refinishing – we do it all with a focus on customer service not commonly found in the trades.

"I had CertaPro do painting in my livingroom and in my bedroom. I grew up with painting contractors in my family so I know good/professional work when I see it. The work was done perfectly - both rooms look amazing. They were on-time and did the work very quickly! Thank you so much and I will be using you again in the near future!"

Lisa Louise Y on March 2022

Western New York's premier painters, specializing in residential and commercial projects. Our services are guaranteed to be of the highest standard. Serving the painting needs of the entire Buffalo & Niagara Falls area. Interior and exterior, power washing, and deck staining and refinishing – we do it all with a focus on customer service not commonly found in the trades.

"I had CertaPro do painting in my livingroom and in my bedroom. I grew up with painting contractors in my family so I know good/professional work when I see it. The work was done perfectly - both rooms look amazing. They were on-time and did the work very quickly! Thank you so much and I will be using you again in the near future!"

Lisa Louise Y on March 2022


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Pacifico Contracting & Home Improvement

5.00(
102
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Pacifico Contracting & Home Improvement

5.00(
102
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Customers say: Quick response
7 years of experience

Experienced, licensed roofing & general contractor. Accredited with the BBB. We guarantee your satisfaction and won't leave until the job is done right! Call or request a quote to schedule your free estimate.

"Great value for the quality of work provided. We are extremely satisfied."

Candy A on September 2025

Experienced, licensed roofing & general contractor. Accredited with the BBB. We guarantee your satisfaction and won't leave until the job is done right! Call or request a quote to schedule your free estimate.

"Great value for the quality of work provided. We are extremely satisfied."

Candy A on September 2025


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Nick's Painting & More

5.00(
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Nick's Painting & More

5.00(
11
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

At Nicks Painting & More we specialize in customer service/satisfaction and take extreme pride in our work. We only use the best products to make sure the job is not only done right but improved. Our number one goal is to make sure that not only the client is happy at the end of the job but so are we! A list of our services include Painting residential or commercial properties, Interior and exterior, decks, fences, popcorn ceiling removal, wallpaper, flooring, drywall and more Our staff are experts in the field with a decade of experience and 5 star ratings from our client base. Nick's painting & More is an owner-operated local business and is fully insured. We would love to help you improve your home with a free estimate! Call us today

"Just came back from looking at the completed paint/popcorn ceiling removal job on our new house and I am amazed by the transformation! Nick and his crew did an incredible job removing all the popcorn ceilings - scraping, skim-coating, sanding, priming and painting. They look beautiful! Nick also took my walls - and they painted almost every one of them - from drab to dynamite in a matter of days. I can't wait to move in! I highly recommend Nick's Painting & More - Nick is professional, skilled, efficient, honest, and wonderful to work with. We will be calling him again as we continue to make this new house our new home."

Gina N on July 2021

At Nicks Painting & More we specialize in customer service/satisfaction and take extreme pride in our work. We only use the best products to make sure the job is not only done right but improved. Our number one goal is to make sure that not only the client is happy at the end of the job but so are we! A list of our services include Painting residential or commercial properties, Interior and exterior, decks, fences, popcorn ceiling removal, wallpaper, flooring, drywall and more Our staff are experts in the field with a decade of experience and 5 star ratings from our client base. Nick's painting & More is an owner-operated local business and is fully insured. We would love to help you improve your home with a free estimate! Call us today

"Just came back from looking at the completed paint/popcorn ceiling removal job on our new house and I am amazed by the transformation! Nick and his crew did an incredible job removing all the popcorn ceilings - scraping, skim-coating, sanding, priming and painting. They look beautiful! Nick also took my walls - and they painted almost every one of them - from drab to dynamite in a matter of days. I can't wait to move in! I highly recommend Nick's Painting & More - Nick is professional, skilled, efficient, honest, and wonderful to work with. We will be calling him again as we continue to make this new house our new home."

Gina N on July 2021

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Drywall questions, answered by experts

Drywall mud should be left to dry for at least 24 hours before sanding, though drying time depends on the thickness of the application, humidity, and room temperature. Thicker layers or projects done in high humidity may require 48 hours or more of drying time. You’ll know the mud is ready when it feels completely dry and appears light in color throughout. Sanding too early can cause smudging or gouges, so patience is key for a smooth, professional-looking finish.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

If you’re installing new drywall, you may need to skim coat the drywall first for a smooth finish and to allow the primer to adhere to the wall. It’s only necessary if there are imperfections in your drywall due to issues with the studs or improper drywall installation. If you’re refreshing existing walls, you may want to skim coat if there are imperfections across the wall. As an alternative, you can repair your drywall and sand it for a smooth finish before painting.

There is no way to cut drywall without making dust, but you can reduce the amount of dust and especially the dangerous airborne particles by using manual cutting tools. Using a utility knife to score and snap your drywall will minimize dust production, and a jab saw for cutting cutouts for boxes and fixtures will generate almost no airborne dust. Even if you use these methods, you should still wear a respirator and safety goggles to avoid damage to your lungs and eyes.

You can drywall over plaster, but there are some things to consider. First, installing drywall over plaster will increase the wall’s thickness. This could create challenges for window and door frames that no longer fit the wall’s thickness. You may also have to adjust power outlets so they are accessible. When done right, drywall can create a smooth, flat appearance, but it’s best when handled by professionals.

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