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Avatar for Lux Drywall
Lux Drywall
5.0(
24
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving Derby, 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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Monroe and More, LLC
4.7(
48
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For BusinessDrywall - Repair+1 more

Serving Derby, 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
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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JRC Improvement
5.0(
7
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving Derby, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I recently hired Jason to work on my porch ceiling, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. Jason did an excellent job from start to finish. He was very polite and always dressed appropriately for work. He arrived prepared with all the necessary tools and supplies, making the process smooth and efficient. I highly recommend Jason for any home improvement projects—his professionalism and attention to detail truly set him apart."
Drywall ceiling repair
Drywall ceiling repair
Drywall patches
Drywall patches
Drywall patches

+16

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Southside Builders
4.7(
7
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For Business

Serving Derby, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We contracted Southside Builders to finish our basement, and we could not have been more pleased with our experience. Neal is very professional, responds quickly, and delivers quality work. He let us know everyday when to expect him and always showed up on time. We were told at the start of our project that our basement would take 4-6 weeks to complete and it was completed within that time frame (which never happens!). We will definitely use Southside Builders for our future projects and highly recommend them to our friends and neighbors."
Plaster ceiling patch and repair
Home renovations
Structure failure rebuild
Interior patch and repair
Garage work in progress

+42

Response time1 day
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Tailored Renovation
4.8(
8
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Derby, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Don was very professional. He was always at our home when he was scheduled. He kept us informed throughout the entire process. He was always available if we had a question. We are pleased with our newly renovated basement."
New Home Construction Management
Custom Projects
Custom Projects
Completed Project
Custom Hydronic Radiant Floor Heat

+6

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

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.

You should do a little bit of sanding between adding coats of mud. Knock down any ridges or significantly imperfect areas through sanding, which should help you apply the next coat of mud smoothly. If your first coat of mud is pretty smooth after it dries, a quick sanding is all you’ll need. Don’t forget to wipe away any dust after each sanding process.

Plastering and skimming are two different techniques for finishing walls. Plastering involves applying a thick layer of a plaster mixture—typically containing gypsum, lime, cement, sand, and water—to create a new surface. This process often requires multiple coats and is used for repairing significant damage or creating decorative textures. Skimming, on the other hand, is a technique that involves applying a thin layer of drywall compound or joint compound over an existing surface to smooth it out, covering minor imperfections, small cracks, or uneven textures for a polished look. Plastering is generally more costly and labor-intensive than skimming. Although some people use the terms interchangeably, they refer to different processes and materials.

There are some instances when you can use extra drywall in your garden. Ideally, unused scraps of new drywall are best for amending soil without the concern of additional chemicals or mold. However, drywall with paint, mold, or potential asbestos requires specialized disposal by a professional and should be kept out of your garden.

You can skim coat plaster, but it’s better to repair the plaster itself. A skim coat is a thin coat of drywall joint compound spread over the surface of a wall. The result is a flat finish that looks pleasing, but part of the appeal of plaster is its imperfections and aesthetic. Skim coating is best when limited to drywall applications.

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