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Precision Drywall, Inc.
5.0(
12
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For Business

Serving Athens, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We’ve had the pleasure of working with Precision Drywall for many years, and they continue to be an outstanding partner on every project. Their professionalism is evident from start to finish—they communicate clearly about scheduling, arrival times, and any issues they encounter along the way. They’re always willing to work through timing or coordination challenges with us, and we can count on them to complete their work efficiently and on schedule. The job site is consistently left clean and organized, which is a huge plus in keeping our projects running smoothly and our customer’s happy. This is truly a reliable, skilled, and well‑run business. We highly recommend them and look forward to continuing our partnership for many projects to come."
Recommended by50%of homeowners
JLR Construction
5.0(
14
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For BusinessDrywall - Repair+1 more

Serving Athens, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Iâ ve Joe on 3 different jobs on two rental properties. He is top shelf all the way and is exceptionally good at keeping folks updated on project progress. Iâ ll use him when ever he is available!"
Siding prep
Siding finished
Prep work
Finished wall
Front Porch

+8

Response time4 hrs
Response rate89%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mr. K's Painting
4.7(
20
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving Athens, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr K is respectful and honest. He treats the project as if he was doing it for his home or for a family member. He keeps you updated on things and lets you know the planned steps. Also doesnâ t leave a mess and is respectful of your home."
Apartment Kitchen
Apartment Kitchen 2
Custom stained trim board and pickled floor
Hallway
Living room

+9

Response time11 hrs
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Livingston Tilesetters
5.0(
8
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Install

Serving Athens, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"A skilled artisan with knowledge and insights about the tile and project which educated and inspired me, leading me to an even better appreciation of task at hand. Hands and dedication confirming his experience and care to fulfilling my need for tiled floor in a newly constructed room. Excellent communicator with expansive knowledge of the materials. Overall, a very exceptional experience with a very personable demeanor."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate96%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

Many homeowners choose to install tongue and groove over drywall. The great thing about this type of ceiling is that it hides imperfections. If your drywall is a little bit wonky or has some minor damage, the tongue and groove planks should cover it and give it an even appearance. Installation is simplest if you install battens over the existing framing before installing your tongue and groove planks.

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.

Technically speaking, you can use drywall primer over plasters. However, oil-based primers work the most effectively on wall plasters. Meanwhile, water-based primers work just as well with drywalls. Nowadays, there are also universal primers suitable for drywall and plaster. Overall, you will be fine as long as you are using a trustworthy brand.

You should stagger drywall sheets to help prevent cracking. The joints between drywall sheets are the weak spots, so if you install drywall with seams aligned, you’ll create weak lines that run across the length of the wall and extend from floor to ceiling. But when you stagger drywall, the solid sections of panels will support the joints. This can prevent seams from cracking or separating due to fluctuating temperature and humidity, vibrations from movement inside the home, and gravity.

Installing or repairing plaster on ceilings differs slightly from performing the same motions on a wall. You’ll apply slightly less plaster to lower the overall weight of the ceiling. Wall texturing is common, whereas most ceilings are smooth plaster. Tough coat plaster is strong, meaning you can use less while retaining a solid surface.

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