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Jonathan Rodriguez Services
4.9(
9
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Cochecton, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Thoroughly prepped the area to protect furniture and floor. Would fix any little holes in wall etc. Jonathan was very thorough and careful. He did a great job at a reasonable price. Polite and professional."
Big Living room
My work
Bathroom
Kitchen
Kitchen and Living room

+24

Response time7 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sullivan Tile and Home Improvement, LLC
4.9(
18
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Cochecton, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Phil was professional and a good advisor for my home projects. He fixed broken doors, completed a full paint job, and also recommended tile work in the kitchen that up-leveled the appearance and value of our home. I would hire Phil again for my next project."
Shower subway tile with accent in the corner
kitchen floor
kitchen backsplash
Tub Surround
bath floor

+35

Response time1 day
Response rate99%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Smooth As Silk
5.0(
12
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Drywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Cochecton, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Kevin was amazing throughout the entire process. His expertise guided us in the right direction and we had our system installed in no time! I would highly recommend Smooth as Silk to anyone considering a water treatment system."
Water Softener Install
Saltless Softener
Diverter Cartridge
Faucet Hose
Water Softener

+1

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kalthoff Home Improvement
4.7(
24
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For BusinessDrywall - Repair+1 more

Serving Cochecton, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Cory is great and a reliable worker. We have a bathroom that needed some update and he installed the floor, a new window, new toilet, new vanity light, new sink top and hardware, and painted the sink vanity. At the end of the project there were a few finishing details that needed some adjustments which they came back to do it. We are happy with the end result of our bathroom and would recommend his service."
Rear differential
Rear differential
Drum brakes
Ring & pinion
Finished

+171

Response time1 day
Recommended by47%of homeowners
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GMZ Contracting LLC
4.9(
9
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving Cochecton, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Overall I was very happy with Frank and his team from GMZ Contracting. They showed up when they were supposed to, were friendly and respectful and did beautiful work. They installed knotty pine in my bedroom and did the flooring for the upstairs bedroom."
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

While every home has its own unique needs, ceiling drywall installation typically follows a staggered or stepped pattern to enhance structural integrity and reduce the visibility of seams. Starting from one corner, sheets are placed perpendicular to the ceiling joists, with the ends of adjacent sheets meeting along the center of the joist. The next row begins with a half sheet, ensuring joints don't align vertically. This alternating pattern, combined with proper taping and mudding, creates a seamless appearance and strengthens the ceiling structure, minimizing the risk of cracks over time.

You can put drywall mud over paint to even out the surface or entirely resurface it. Sand the surface with 280-grit sandpaper, vacuum the debris and dust with a shop vac, and clean it with a slightly damp cloth. Allow the surface to dry. Apply drywall primer, especially if you’re skim-coating an entire wall. Apply the right type of drywall mud over the surface and smooth it with a trowel. Allow the layer to cure fully, then sand it before applying another layer or painting it.

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.

If you’re installing new drywall, you may need to skim coat the drywall first for a smooth finish and to allow the primer to adhere to the wall. It’s only necessary if there are imperfections in your drywall due to issues with the studs or improper drywall installation. If you’re refreshing existing walls, you may want to skim coat if there are imperfections across the wall. As an alternative, you can repair your drywall and sand it for a smooth finish before painting.

There are several things you should not do when installing drywall. Common mistakes include: adding too many screws, over-sanding, not adding backing support, and installing drywall unevenly. You also should avoid screwing into the same place twice, installing Sheetrock with tapered edges on the outside, and making too many joints.

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