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Avatar for Precision Drywall, Inc.
Precision Drywall, Inc.
5.0(
12
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Install

Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Ty and his team were very friendly and professional! They were available quickly and followed through on every step of the process from coming out for a quote to finishing within the timeframe they promised. I would recommend precision drywall to anyone looking for quality work from a quality business! We already have them lined up for another project!"
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Avatar for ALBYMAR Drywall treatment
ALBYMAR Drywall treatment
4.8(
17
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Install

Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Francisco & I negotiated the correct solution to repairing my dinning room wall, and we decided skimming the wall with a plaster slurry. It looks great, and Francisco was very diligent with the work! He completed it over several days and It looks fantastic! Thank You!"
One office room remodel
43 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Capital District Interior Contracting
Capital District Interior Contracting
4.8(
83
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jonathan was very responsive and did a great job! He replaced some drywall in my ceiling and wall â everything looks great, including the clean-up. He started and finished the job on the dates we agreed to. We communicated daily with updates and next steps."
Post and Beam
Post and Beam
Post and Beam
Post and Beam
Post and Beam

+11

Response time7 hrs
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Avatar for Palla Painting
Palla Painting
4.9(
21
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I tried to remove wallpaper from my hallway and made a mess of the walls. They did an outstanding job of making the walls and tall ceilings look great again. Would definitely use them for other projects and recommend them. Very professional and great cleanup"
Response time30 mins
Response rate99%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Willsey's Maintenance
Willsey's Maintenance
4.8(
52
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Responsive and professional he installed a new dryer vent in a very confined space taking out the old clogged line he was on time and was attentive to my concerns and needs"
Power Adapter
Unit Running after Install
Before
After
Old stove

+102

Response time11 hrs
Response rate88%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
MK
5.0(
16
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"If you need a handyman who doesn't cut corners, hire MK. He is highly skilled, honest, and professional. He handled the removal of our old unit and the installation of the new range hood with ease and went out of his way to make sure the final result looked beautiful and perfectly integrated into our kitchen."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by81%of homeowners
Hubbell's Carpentry & More
5.0(
13
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For BusinessDrywall - Repair+1 more

Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Chris did excellent work. His capabilities to do various handyman projects is great. He has completed many projects for me, I have an old home and we found a few pin holes in my plumbing that have started to show up in my downstairs. We worked together and he helped me replace all the piping. He also installed crown molding in my dining room for me and did a fantastic job. Chris has all the qualities you can ask for; reliability, accountability, responsibility and he provides great value. What you pay for and what he accomplishes, he does a quality job in a timely manner."
Table
Deck Patio Replacement
Deck Patio Replacement
Deck Patio Replacement
Deck Patio Replacement

+221

Response time8 hrs
Response rate96%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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CKG Remodel
5.0(
7
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Showed up early ready to work. Kept me informed the whole way. Able to answer any questions I had along the way. Able to get the job done a little before schedule. Vary polite. I would recommend for anyone and will be sure to hire him again for next remodel."
Tub to shower
Tub to shower
Tub to shower
Flooring
Flooring

+4

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Drywall questions, answered by experts

Although they have similar applications, spackle and joint compound are not the same. Their primary differences lie in their composition, consistency, and ideal use cases.

Spackle is composed of gypsum and binding agents, making it thicker than joint compound. It dries quickly and is easy to sand, which makes it ideal for small wall repair projects like filling nail holes or patching minor damage.

Joint compound, also known as drywall mud, consists of limestone and gypsum. It is primarily used for large-scale projects, such as taping and finishing the seams on newly installed drywall. It tends to shrink more than spackle and can be more difficult to spread.

While both products can be used to fill small depressions and cracks, spackle cannot replace joint compound for taping and mudding new drywall. Conversely, you can often use joint compound for small patching jobs typically done with spackle.

Drywall can be installed directly on ceiling joists. In fact, this method is common in many construction projects. Drywall sheets are attached to the joists using screws, ensuring a secure and stable installation. Before attaching the drywall, it's important to mark the joist locations on the ceiling, allowing for accurate screw placement. Proper spacing between screws and careful taping and mudding of joints are crucial to creating a smooth and flawless ceiling surface. If the joists are in good condition and level, installing drywall directly on them is a practical and efficient approach.

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.

You should always hang drywall from the top down. Starting at the top makes it easier to create a straight, tight line between the ceiling and the wall. Any gaps that occur will be at the bottom, where they are easier to manage. You can either cut the bottom piece of drywall to fit the remaining space or cover the gap with baseboard trim. Additionally, starting at the top is physically easier, as you won't have to fit the top sheet into a tight space between the lower sheet and the ceiling, or try to balance the upper sheets on the lower ones while securing them.

You should leave a gap between drywall sheets because they naturally expand and contract along with the building framing as temperature and humidity change. Most pro drywall installers leave a gap of about ⅛ inch between drywall sheets, allowing the sheets to expand, contract, and shift without cracking or becoming damaged. If you don’t leave enough gaps between slabs, the edges will press against each other when they expand, and the pressure can cause visible cracks.

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