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Lux Drywall
5.0(
24
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Serving Buffalo, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Lux Drywall is the best!!! Brett did a great job on my drywall. I had six or so, holes in my ceiling from putting in recessed lighting. He was very neat & clean with drywall dust and you can’t even tell there was a hole. Thanks, Tim"
Response time2 days
Response rate85%
Recommended by4%of homeowners
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KMA Drywall Contracting, Inc.
4.9(
32
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Serving Buffalo, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Tom was fantastic. Responsive, professional, provided an estimate in a timely manner, gave us fair prices, was very neat and clean and did exceptional work. Our drywall repair looks fantastic; we are so happy we went with Northern Restorations."
Drywall
Water damage
Response time12 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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WNY Engineering and Construction Management
4.5(
23
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Serving Buffalo, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"My husband and I bought an old home three years ago with the intention of fixing it up and making it our own. Needless to say, we have dealt with our fair share of contractors and have seen it all—the good, the bad, and the ugly. Jose and WNY Engineering have been among the best and easiest contractors to work with. Jose responded to our request for estimate immediately and offered a fair quote for the job. He and his team were punctual and efficient and did an excellent job of keeping us in the loop with updates regarding the project. I would recommend Jose and his crew without hesitation. They are at the top of our list for contractors to call for future projects."
Team at work.
Two story construction.
Roofing for two story addition.
Interior shot of two story construction.
Team framing the roof.

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Prime Contracting WNY
5.0(
9
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Serving Buffalo, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Prime contracting has completed several projects around my home. Dry wall, painting, roof/leak repair and light fixtures. I have two more major projects drywall and siding that Prime Contracting will be completing soon! Thank you, so much and I'll be contacting you soon!"
Insurance repair
Insurance repair
Insurance repair
Insurance repair
Insurance repair

+251

Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
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Monroe and More, LLC
4.7(
48
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Serving Buffalo, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Just had some work done at my house, new ceiling in dining room and new toilet installed by Monroe and More, LLC I highly recommend, ceiling looks amazing! Ray was great at communicating from start to finish and getting back to me with my 900 hundred questions beforehand lol! Definitely will be using them again!"
siding wash
ROOF WASH
GUTTER CLEANING
GUTTER SURFACES
Interior Painting

+4

Response time2 days
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Nickel City Repair
4.6(
33
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Serving Buffalo, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Roger was great! He did some drywall ceiling repair from a roof leak. He kept in touch while awaiting for payment from the roofing company. He arrived when he said he would. Meticulous workmanship and very personable. I will call on Roger next time I need a project completed."
Handymen Project
Drywall Project
Drywall Project
drywall hanging and finishing.
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+21

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by51%of homeowners
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JRC Improvement
5.0(
7
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Serving Buffalo, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jason does nice drywall repair work. Very careful and respectful inside my home Friendly and courteous. I would definitely recommend if you need some drywall repair or painting."
Drywall ceiling repair
Drywall ceiling repair
Drywall patches
Drywall patches
Drywall patches

+16

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lifetime Siding & Roofing
4.6(
77
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Serving Buffalo, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional crew. I am 100% satisfied with the work. They did what they said they were going to do. I would certainly reccomend them if you need a siding and or roofing replacement/repair."
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Our Work
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Our Work.

+16

Response time12 hrs
Response rate92%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

Both plaster and drywall are durable wall finishes, but they differ significantly in installation, cost, performance, and aesthetics.

Installation & Cost: Drywall installation is faster and more affordable, typically costing $1.50 to $3 per square foot. It uses premade sheets, making it a more accessible DIY project. Plastering is a labor-intensive craft that requires specialized skills, pushing costs to $2 to $10 per square foot. It involves applying a wet paste over a lath framework.

Durability & Performance: Plaster is generally more durable, longer-lasting, and provides superior soundproofing. It is also a better insulator, which can help reduce energy costs. Drywall is easier to remove for future renovations.

Aesthetics: Drywall provides a smooth, uniform surface ready for paint or texture. Plaster offers a high-end, naturally textured look that can hide imperfections and is often preferred for achieving a classic or historic aesthetic.

Which is better? The choice depends on your priorities. Drywall is ideal for those prioritizing a lower upfront cost, faster installation, and DIY potential. Plaster is the better option for a higher-end project where durability, soundproofing, and a unique, premium finish are more important than the initial cost.

You can usually tell if you have plaster or drywall by touch (plaster is harder, colder, and smoother than drywall) or by tapping on it (drywall sounds hollow, plaster does not). If you still cannot tell, peek under an outlet cover and check the cut edges. The rough edges show the composition of the wall. You will see either drywall (two paper sheets sandwiching gypsum material) or only plaster material (no paper sheets).

Yes, wainscoting is installed directly over drywall. However, ensure the drywall is in good shape since it will support the wainscoting. If the drywall has issues, such as holes, mold, or mildew, repair them before installing the wainscoting. Alternatively, you can install a plywood substrate before attaching the trim.

Whether it’s better to screw or glue drywall depends on your specific budget and project timeline. Professional drywall installers are more likely to use screws and fasteners than adhesives, but it takes longer. But if you are DIYing your drywall installation, glue is a perfectly fine choice if you’re willing to pay extra for adhesive.

Depending on the place where the cutting error occurred, you may be able to fix it. Learning how to patch a hole in drywall is challenging, but if you can tape and mud drywall, you can do it. Having said that, patching is time consuming. Early in the installation process, you may find that it’s easier and far less time consuming to just start over with a new sheet of drywall, cutting a new hole in the right spot. You may be able to use part of the incorrectly cut piece elsewhere, so it’s not completely wasted.

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