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Precision Drywall, Inc.
5.0(
12
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Serving Durham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Ty and his team were very friendly and professional! They were available quickly and followed through on every step of the process from coming out for a quote to finishing within the timeframe they promised. I would recommend precision drywall to anyone looking for quality work from a quality business! We already have them lined up for another project!"
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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ALBYMAR Drywall treatment
4.9(
15
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Serving Durham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Francisco & I negotiated the correct solution to repairing my dinning room wall, and we decided skimming the wall with a plaster slurry. It looks great, and Francisco was very diligent with the work! He completed it over several days and It looks fantastic! Thank You!"
One office room remodel
62 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sullivan Tile and Home Improvement, LLC
5.0(
16
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Serving Durham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Phil did a great job on our kitchen backsplash. He was very professional, meticulous and treated our project like it was his own home. I look forward using him for next project."
Shower subway tile with accent in the corner
kitchen floor
kitchen backsplash
Tub Surround
bath floor

+35

Response time1 day
Response rate99%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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James Rodriguez
New to Angi

Serving Durham, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Experienced home improvement professional specializing in wood fence installation, wood carpentry, roof inspection/repair, and other residential repairs for home owners.\n\nServices offered:\n• Exterior Wood Fence Install\n• Professional Roof Inspections and Documentation \n• Exterior Porch, Deck, Shed, Roof & Steps Repairs \n• Wood carpentry, wall framing and install\n• Renovations & remodeling\n\nI have experience in a broad range of renovation and construction projects and understand that homeowners are happy when they receive: clear communication and quality work, at a fair price. My goal is to provide craftsmanship that lasts while helping homeowners improve and protect their home.

Full Bathroom Remodel
Full Bathroom Remodel
Granville Fascia Repair
Granville Fascia Repair
Granville Fascia Repair

+29

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Westfall Drywall
4.6(
25
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Serving Durham, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mike and his crew did excellent work, they installed drywall, taped, mudded, primed, and painted a very spacious entryway, with high, vaulted ceilings, and oversized stairs leading down one side, and up the other. They installed new drywall over the walls, on the ceiling, and wrapped drywall around every exposed beam and column. The paint job afterward came out awesome, like a new house. We are extremely pleased with their work, and would recommend them to anyone, home or business, that needs drywall work, or painting. They also took down and rehung our ceiling fan and installed our new chandelier in the vaulted ceiling. This was a very challenging project, and they went above and beyond to make sure we were happy with the job. I'm sure we will find more work for them to do elsewhere in the house in the future as well."
4 stall garage
4 stall garage
Complete Remodel
Complete Remodel
Complete Remodel

+61

Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Fantastic Painting
4.7(
38
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Serving Durham, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Stepheon did an excellent job in doing precision interior and exterior painting. This job took multiple days. Stepheon always started on time and cleaned up on a daily basis. We will hire him for future projects."
Bowling Alley/Pool Hall
Bowling Alley/Pool Hall
Bowling Alley/Pool Hall
Kitchen windows
Kitchen windows

+12

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

Some painters will repair minor drywall damage. For repair work of any kind, it’s a good idea to hire the professional required for the job. Many painters will have the materials on hand and can add them to the total cost. While you may save some money, there is a chance the work will be subpar compared to a professional who specializes in drywall.

The best way to make long, straight cuts is to use a utility knife and a T-square to score the sheet, snap along the score, and then finish the cut by cutting through the paper on the opposite side with the utility knife. If you’re making small cuts, curved cuts, or cutouts for electrical boxes or light fixtures, you can use a manual jab saw to keep costs down, but an electric spiral saw or oscillating multi-tool will get the cleanest, fastest cuts possible.

You should wait at least 24 hours for drywall mud to dry before sanding or applying another coat. However, the exact drying time depends on several factors, including the thickness of the application, room temperature, humidity, and the type of compound used. Thicker layers, or projects in high humidity, may require 48 hours or more. Lightweight compounds tend to dry faster than heavier, all-purpose ones. You'll know the mud is ready when it feels completely dry and firm to the touch and has changed to a consistent light color. Sanding too early can cause smudging or gouges, so patience is essential for a smooth finish.

The best tool for skim coating drywall is a skim coating blade, which can smooth out joint compound in wide stretches. While you could use a smaller drywall knife for skim coating, the smaller size means it’ll take longer to smooth out each section. Instead, consider investing in a skim coating blade for the quickest application.

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.

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