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S&S Home Services
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Serving Salem, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"S&S Services was great to deal with . They got back to me within the day and completed my porch rescreen within the week Communication is excellent and pricing was comparable! I would definitely use S&S Services again !"
Screen replacement
Screen replacement
Walkway and ramp
Mobile home skirting
Mobile home skirting

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TR Site & Land LLC
New to Angi

Serving Salem, NY and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

Tree Shaping
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HandiDan dba Dan Wood Builder
New to Angi

Serving Salem, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\n

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Twin Brushes Painting Services Inc
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Serving Salem, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

"Xavier did great work on various project needs I had around my house including multiple ceilings, interior walls, baseboards, trim, and interior and exterior doors. All of which came out great. He was a pleasure to work with, knowledgeable, and was always punctual. I would definitely hire him again."
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project

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Drywall questions, answered by experts

All plaster walls will crack over time due to normal house settling and expansion and contraction from temperature and moisture changes. Small, thin hairline cracks are generally not serious and are mostly a cosmetic issue. However, larger or more significant cracks can indicate structural problems.

Here's how to tell the difference:

  • Cosmetic Cracks: Cracks that are 0.5 cm (0.2 inches) or thinner are typically cosmetic.

  • Structural Cracks: Cracks wider than 0.5 cm, excessive or deep cracks, multiple cracks in the same area, or cracks that span around corners can signify a structural or foundation issue. Cracks along the joints where walls meet the ceiling also warrant attention.

For cracks wider than 0.5 cm, structural repair is needed. If a crack is 2.5 cm (1 inch) or wider, or if you notice any signs of a structural problem, it is best to contact a plaster repair professional to assess the damage.

Yes, it matters which side of drywall you use. One side is smooth, and the other is rough. The smooth side should be facing outward, toward the room, while the rough side should be hidden and facing the studs and framing of the house. The smooth side will be easier to apply tape, joint compound, and, later, paint to.

New plaster must be fully dry and cured before painting. The drying time for plaster ranges from 1 to 4 hours, but the curing process can take more than five days, depending on various factors, including humidity levels, temperature, the amount of plaster used, and airflow in the area. You should always apply primer before painting plaster.

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

Small patches can be DIY, but professionals handle large-scale repairs with seamless results.

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