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Avatar for Precision Drywall, Inc.
Precision Drywall, Inc.
5.0(
12
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For Business

Serving Kirkland, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We’ve had the pleasure of working with Precision Drywall for many years, and they continue to be an outstanding partner on every project. Their professionalism is evident from start to finish—they communicate clearly about scheduling, arrival times, and any issues they encounter along the way. They’re always willing to work through timing or coordination challenges with us, and we can count on them to complete their work efficiently and on schedule. The job site is consistently left clean and organized, which is a huge plus in keeping our projects running smoothly and our customer’s happy. This is truly a reliable, skilled, and well‑run business. We highly recommend them and look forward to continuing our partnership for many projects to come."
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Procoat Painting
5.0(
25
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Kirkland, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I wanted to have this done in a shorter timeframe. He had an employee paint our stairway. Unfortunately, the guy didnâ t do a good job. I could see through the paint. It definitely needed a second coat. I called the owner and he said he would come and paint it himself. He was working other jobs inside and outside so the weather dictated where he could work. It took longer than we anticipated but heâ s finishing the job himself."
Front Door
Front Door Exterior
Oak Stairway
Before and After Dining Room
Front Porch

+2

Response time12 hrs
Response rate93%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Callaghans Cleaning Company
4.5(
10
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Kirkland, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I had this service come in January and clean through my house. They did a deep clean on 2 of my rooms and dusted and cleaned the other rooms. I will have them come again when the weather is better."
Move out clean
Move out clean
Move out clean
Move out clean
Move out clean

+5

Response time1 day
42 neighbors recently requested a quote
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GAST Handyman Services
2.0(
1
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving Kirkland, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Have been helping friends, coworkers, family and community with jobs, repairs and remodeling/repairs for years and am looking at expanding into more of a business model than "the guy who does stuff"\nI do free estimates and can usually start working the same week.\nIf you have any questions or inquiries please reach out!\nI also currently have a full time job and am available for work on Sundays and Mondays.

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Wratten Contracting
4.9(
19
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving Kirkland, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

"Wratten Contracting was very fast in taking care of my project. Excellent work and very reasable prices. Highly recommend them. They will be my go-to contractor for future work."
Repair
Upstairs bedroom
Upstairs Remodel
Upstairs Remodel
Upstairs Remodel

+111

Response time7 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

Although they have similar applications, spackle and joint compound are not the same. Their primary differences lie in their composition, consistency, and ideal use cases.

Spackle is composed of gypsum and binding agents, making it thicker than joint compound. It dries quickly and is easy to sand, which makes it ideal for small wall repair projects like filling nail holes or patching minor damage.

Joint compound, also known as drywall mud, consists of limestone and gypsum. It is primarily used for large-scale projects, such as taping and finishing the seams on newly installed drywall. It tends to shrink more than spackle and can be more difficult to spread.

While both products can be used to fill small depressions and cracks, spackle cannot replace joint compound for taping and mudding new drywall. Conversely, you can often use joint compound for small patching jobs typically done with spackle.

Although they are used for similar tasks, spackle and joint compound are not the same. Joint compound, also known as drywall mud, consists of limestone and gypsum and is primarily used for large-scale projects like taping and finishing seams on new drywall. Spackle is composed of gypsum and binding agents, making it a thicker compound best suited for small wall repairs like filling nail holes or cracks, as it dries quickly and is easy to sand. For small repairs, either product can be suitable. However, you can use joint compound for small jobs in place of spackle, but you cannot use spackle for large-scale taping and mudding projects.

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.

Regular dusting, occasional repainting, and avoiding harsh scrubbing preserve the finish.

You can paint over drywall mud about 24 hours after application, but the exact timing depends on factors like humidity, temperature, and the thickness of the mud. For the best results, ensure the mud is completely dry to the touch and has changed from a darker gray to a lighter, chalky white. Don’t forget to sand and prime the drywall surface before you paint to create a smooth, even finish.

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