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Marty Gauger Drywall
3.9(
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving Marietta, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Marty and crew are good at installing drywall in timely matter. My only negative comment is did nothing to clean up drywall dust. I would recommend them to other potential customers looking for quick install of drywall. Thanks Marty."
Response time2 days
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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McLeod Remodeling
3.5(
143
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Marietta, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Sean was on time and professional. He had everything he needed to get the job done. He installed a refrigerator and removed the old one. Two other installers said it couldn t be done and we should buy a smaller unit. Sean did a beautiful job. We have already hired him for another project! I highly recommend him."
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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R-Dubs Remodeling & Property Maintenance
New to Angi
Drywall - Install - For BusinessDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Marietta, NY and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

My Name is RJ Williams (Owner/Carpenter) with R-Dubs Remodeling & Property Maintenance LLC, where we are here to provide various services for your most important and expensive investment. I have been remodeling homes starting with a flooring career, to windows & doors, kitchens & bathrooms and more. We pride ourselves on our care for our clients (communication & Cleanliness), competitive pricing, attention to details, and virtual (hassle-free) estimate/booking process.

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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.

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.

Yes, a fan can help drywall mud dry faster by improving air circulation and reducing humidity in the room. Drywall mud dries through evaporation, so increasing airflow speeds up this process. However, you should position the fan to blow across the room rather than directly on the wet mud. This helps prevent drying too quickly, which can cause cracking. You should also use a dehumidifier if high humidity is an issue.

The best tool for cutting a hole in drywall is a drywall saw. Its serrated blade and ergonomic design make it efficient for both straight cuts and more intricate shapes, ensuring clean and precise results in various drywall cutting applications.

There are six levels of drywall finish, from 0 to 5, that refer to the amount of work performed during the finishing process.

Level 0: Drywall is hung with no finishing work.

Level 1: Tape is placed over the seams between drywall sheets.

Level 2: A thin layer of mud is applied over the tape and screw holes. This level is common for utility rooms or walls that will be covered.

Level 3: A full coat of mud covers the screw holes and tape, but the surface is not sanded. This is often used in garages.

Level 4: This is the most common finish for visible interior walls. It involves applying two coats of mud over seams and screw holes, with sanding between each coat, creating a smooth surface ready for flat paint.

Level 5: This is a high-end finish for luxury homes. It includes full taping, mudding, and sanding, plus a final skim coat over the entire surface before painting.

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