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Artistic Drywall
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Central Islip, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

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"Joe did an excellent job installing and finishing drywall to a ready to paint condition. Extremely professional, and very neat. Took his time and did the job right. There was no dust anywhere in the house. I would highly recommend Joe and would hire him again is a second."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate85%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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BuildingLI.com - BLI Facilities LLC
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Serving Central Islip, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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"Moises and Edward and the crew did a repair of my facia. They told me to get PVC so it would last longer. They also repaired cracked walls and ceiling and painted. They did perfect work. Did so good I kept finding more work for them because it looked so good. They are so polite and respectful and right on time. Also they are very fair with their prices and don't push for or more work. I now consider them friends. Don't waste you're time because you won't beat their prices. They can do anything too. Bathroom, kitchen, floors. I will hire them again they are the best."
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Response time7 hrs
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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JT blest painting
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Serving Central Islip, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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"Completely painted my entire house was the best decision my wife and I made Transformed every room to amazing results Please take my advise you will love his work"
Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Square Construction and Design, Inc.
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Drywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Central Islip, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

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"Had old grout removed from slate stoop and walkway and replaced. Work was very good , workers friendly and cleaned up after done. Protected cars and open garage with plastic covers from dust created during removal of old grout. Would recommend this compant"
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate91%
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Greg Home Improvement, Inc.
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Serving Central Islip, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

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"Hired Greg for a full gut and remodel of a bathroom. Greg was very competent, personable, and took the time to understand exactly what we wanted. He made us feel like we were in good hands. He took the time to make sure things were done the right way. The result was top notch, couldn't have asked for more. I would definitely use this company again!"
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

The tool you use to sand plaster will depend on the size of the project. If you’re just working on a small section of your wall to get rid of an uneven spot on the surface, hand-sanding might work. However, for larger projects, a drywall sander can make a huge difference when it comes to both time and elbow grease—and an orbital sander can help for detailed areas such as around ceiling fans.

All plaster walls will crack over time due to normal house settling and expansion and contraction from temperature and moisture changes. Small, thin hairline cracks are generally not serious and are mostly a cosmetic issue. However, larger or more significant cracks can indicate structural problems.

Here's how to tell the difference:

  • Cosmetic Cracks: Cracks that are 0.5 cm (0.2 inches) or thinner are typically cosmetic.

  • Structural Cracks: Cracks wider than 0.5 cm, excessive or deep cracks, multiple cracks in the same area, or cracks that span around corners can signify a structural or foundation issue. Cracks along the joints where walls meet the ceiling also warrant attention.

For cracks wider than 0.5 cm, structural repair is needed. If a crack is 2.5 cm (1 inch) or wider, or if you notice any signs of a structural problem, it is best to contact a plaster repair professional to assess the damage.

If your home’s foundation shifts slightly over time, any seams in the drywall represent the weakest point in the wall, leading to cracks. If your home has significant changes in temperature and humidity, this can cause the drywall to swell and contract slightly, causing a crack at the weak point of the seam. If your drywall installer did a poor job securing the panels to the wall studs, this could cause a weak layout and cracks in the seams.

While a normal moisture level for drywall is between 5% and 12%, replacement is recommended if you get consistent readings above 17%. At this level, the drywall is likely too compromised by extensive moisture damage to be considered safe. You can replace either the entire sheet or just the affected section. If you are unsure after a visual inspection, it is best to have a contractor or water restoration provider use a professional moisture meter to get an accurate reading.

A common cause of separation between a wall and the ceiling is truss lift—this can happen to the ceiling of rooms directly under the attic when the seasons change and wood building materials dry out, shrink, and shift. Roof trusses often dry out at different speeds, and if the bottom pieces dry out faster than the top pieces, they can shrink and pull the attached drywall away from ceilings and walls, causing cracks. Fortunately, truss lift is only a cosmetic problem, not a structural problem, and you can fix it by separating the ceiling drywall from the roof trusses, and patching the cracks.

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