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Avatar for PICTURE PERFECT SOLUTIONS LLC
PICTURE PERFECT SOLUTIONS LLC
5.0(
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Drywall - Install

Serving Ridgewood, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These men were very professional and did exactly what I asked for in my home plus more. The pricing for the work completed was affordable. I will definitely recommend PPS if you need any work done in your home or within a facility."
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Hunter Valley Deck Job
Hardwood Flooring
Hardwood Flooring

+17

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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RnB Enterprises LLC
5.0(
13
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For Business

Serving Ridgewood, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The whole process was seamless and all the drywall work and painting was so professional and clean. My home looks refreshed. I am so happy with the end result! Thank you so much for this experience! I enjoyed working with RnB Enterprises and would hire them again for future projects!"
Office before renovation
Beginning of the renovation. Plaster walls demolished. Drop ceiling installed. Recessed lighting installed. Fire code drywall installed
Drywall Project
Room restoration after fire
New vanity with new mirror plus new toilet

+36

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

Drywall can be toxic to the environment and to humans in some cases. As drywall breaks down in a landfill and comes in contact with other organic chemicals, it can create hydrogen sulfide gas or leach into the groundwater. Additionally, the CDC recommends methods for controlling the inhalation of drywall dust when handled. While the common ingredients of drywall—gypsum, silica, and mica—are naturally occurring, they can cause irritation in some humans.

You should always hang drywall from the top down. Starting at the top makes it easier to create a straight, tight line between the ceiling and the wall. Any gaps that occur will be at the bottom, where they are easier to manage. You can either cut the bottom piece of drywall to fit the remaining space or cover the gap with baseboard trim. Additionally, starting at the top is physically easier, as you won't have to fit the top sheet into a tight space between the lower sheet and the ceiling, or try to balance the upper sheets on the lower ones while securing them.

To hide drywall edges, you need to properly apply drywall tape and multiple layers of joint compound. These materials hide the seams between drywall sheets and fill the holes from drywall screws, leaving behind a smooth, flat finish to paint over. Apply joint compound smoothly, and finish the job by sanding the walls to make sure you fully hide drywall edges and other imperfections.

Knowing what causes drywall damage can help stop it before it starts. Here are some of the most common causes of drywall damage: 

  • Water damage from roof leaks or leaky pipes. 

  • Small holes caused by doorknobs, minor accidents, and rodent infestations. 

  • Wall dents stemming from moving furniture and minor accidents. 

  • Wall cracks that form from a settling foundation or seismic activity. 

  • Nail pops from nails and screws in the walls. 

  • Large holes that are caused by accidents with heavy objects, children and pets, or sporting equipment.

It is more difficult to drywall a ceiling than it is to drywall a wall, but not so hard that DIYers can’t tackle it. One of the main issues with hanging drywall on your ceiling is getting it into place. Drywall isn’t light so, if you are hanging full drywall panels, you will need at least two (it’s better with more) people to hold the panel while you drill it into the ceiling as a single piece can weigh between 40 and 60 pounds and will need to be held in place for up to 10 minutes.

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