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Avatar for Precision Drywall, Inc.
Precision Drywall, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

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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
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ALBYMAR Drywall treatment
4.8(
17
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Great work, very professional, friendly, and overall a pleasant gentleman to work with. Hired him to drywall two full bedrooms. Unintentional made him have to some framing due to work I did (sorry about that). He took it in stride.. Wish I could do half stars, I would give him 4.5 stars out of 5. The reason being, there was a drywall that wasnt installed in an out of sight part of one closet. I will easily install myself, but for transparency I thought I mention it. Would 100% hire him again if I have the chance."
One office room remodel
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Palla Painting
4.9(
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Palla Painting is far above any other contractor I have ever used. The response time to my inquiry was immediate, the owner scheduled me for the next day to look at the job and the job was completed a few days later. In this day and age it's hard to get a contractor to return a call, never mind actually follow through. Blerim from Palla Painting arrived today and he and his partner fixed cracks in the ceilings (one was ready to fall) in several rooms. They fixed peeling drywall tape and then then painted the kitchen, living room, foyer, hallway and 2 bedrooms. What an amazing job they did! Blerim and his partner were professional, efficient and friendly. The price was fair and the work done was outstanding. I highly recommend Palla Painting! Thank you Blerim!"
Response time30 mins
Response rate99%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
MK
5.0(
16
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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(
12
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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."
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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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Artie's Home Maintenance and Property Services
4.5(
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Artie is excellent. He has done multiple projects for me from building shelves, to repairing the deck, painting, and residing the garage. He knows what he’s doing, can provide clear options and guidance, and is fairly priced. He’s also a delightful human being."
Response time8 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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CKG Remodel
5.0(
7
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

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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

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Drywall questions, answered by experts

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.

It's generally recommended to hang drywall on the ceiling first before moving on to the walls. This sequence allows the ceiling sheets to provide support for the vertical wall sheets. By attaching the ceiling drywall initially, you establish a solid framework to align and attach the wall panels accurately. This method ensures a seamless and sturdy connection between the ceiling and walls, resulting in a more professional finish.

The two most common drywall thicknesses for ceilings are 1/2-inch and 5/8-inch. For most standard residential applications, 1/2-inch drywall is sufficient and widely used. It provides adequate support and is lighter and easier to handle during installation compared to thicker sheets. However, 5/8-inch drywall is often used for specific cases where additional benefits are needed. It is heavier but provides superior sound dampening and fire resistance. You should consider using 5/8-inch drywall for ceilings in commercial buildings, between a garage and a living space, or above a finished basement to meet building codes or for enhanced soundproofing.

If your premixed drywall mud is dried out or has begun to set in the bucket, you may be able to revive it by adding warm water and stirring. However, the first and most important step is to scrape off any hard, dried bits of drywall that may have accumulated toward the top of the container and throw them away because they will not easily reconstitute back into the drywall mud mix.

Choose a drill bit that is the size of the screws of the anchors you will use. You aren’t drilling through metal or concrete—hopefully—so any standard twist, wooden or all-purpose drill bit will work fine. It’s also important to have a screwdriver capable of drilling through the drywall and into the stud. The good news is most available drills, even the older ones, can do this with no issue.

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