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ALBYMAR Drywall treatment
4.9(
14
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Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Great work, very professional, friendly, and overall a pleasant gentleman to work with. Hired him to drywall two full bedrooms. Unintentional made him have to some framing due to work I did (sorry about that). He took it in stride.. Wish I could do half stars, I would give him 4.5 stars out of 5. The reason being, there was a drywall that wasnt installed in an out of sight part of one closet. I will easily install myself, but for transparency I thought I mention it. Would 100% hire him again if I have the chance."
One office room remodel
65 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Precision Drywall, Inc.
5.0(
12
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Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

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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."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Capital District Interior Contracting
4.8(
82
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Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jonathan was very responsive and did a great job! He replaced some drywall in my ceiling and wall â everything looks great, including the clean-up. He started and finished the job on the dates we agreed to. We communicated daily with updates and next steps."
Post and Beam
Post and Beam
Post and Beam
Post and Beam
Post and Beam

+11

Response time6 hrs
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
MK
5.0(
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Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"If you need a handyman who doesn't cut corners, hire MK. He is highly skilled, honest, and professional. He handled the removal of our old unit and the installation of the new range hood with ease and went out of his way to make sure the final result looked beautiful and perfectly integrated into our kitchen."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Albany Area Professionals
4.6(
12
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Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"5+ Stars. I had Albany Area Pros gut remodel my master bath (including new layout) and renovate my entire first floor (flooring, doors, trim, lighting, electrical, popcorn ceiling removal, painting, etc.). They did an amazing job and were extremely professional, courteous, and did everything on time and within budget (even with upgraded items). Upon completion I hired them to remodel a second bathroom I was so happy with the work. I highly recommend them."
Albany Area Professionals
Albany Area Professionals
Albany Area Professionals
Albany Area Professionals
Albany Area Professionals

+6

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Granger Brothers Contracting, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Iâ m very happy with the work that was done and didnâ t have to text them everyday getting updates or seeing if they were working today like I have had to with some other contractors. Great company!"
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small bathroom in albany
Blueston front steps

+6

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Allied Maintenance Solutions LLC
4.3(
34
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Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The work was done professionally and in a timely manner. Before the professional started drilling into my ceiling for a fan and making a mess he ran another solution by me. My house is old and has the lath boards running throughout and makes things a little more difficult with not only the messiness but also to sheetrock over. He was said either way works with him drilling and plastering the hole or running the wire tubing. See picture for the solution which worked great."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate86%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

It's generally recommended to hang drywall on the ceiling first before moving on to the walls. This sequence allows the ceiling sheets to provide support for the vertical wall sheets. By attaching the ceiling drywall initially, you establish a solid framework to align and attach the wall panels accurately. This method ensures a seamless and sturdy connection between the ceiling and walls, resulting in a more professional finish.

Wall anchors are suitable for drywall and plaster walls, which are common in most homes. However, different wall materials may require specialized anchors. For concrete or masonry walls, you'd typically use concrete anchors. When dealing with other wall types, such as brick or tile, specific anchors designed for those materials may be necessary. Always consult with a hardware specialist or check the manufacturer's recommendations to ensure you select the appropriate anchors for your specific wall type.

The age of your home can clue you in to whether you have plaster or drywall ceilings. Homes built after the ‘70s are more likely to have drywall ceilings and walls, while older homes have plaster. You can also do the pushpin test: A pushpin will go into drywall, whereas it’s much harder to push one into a plaster wall. If you’re still unsure, ask a drywall professional to let you know which type of ceilings and walls you have.

This depends on how much plaster is applied and in how many layers, but a decent estimate is around 150 square feet. If you are applying only two coats on a small wall, there is a chance you may only need one or two gallons for the entire project. If you are plastering a large living room wall with high ceilings, using one of the more involved techniques–like Scagliola–that requires several coats, expect the project materials costs to add up quickly. 

Technically speaking, you can use drywall primer over plasters. However, oil-based primers work the most effectively on wall plasters. Meanwhile, water-based primers work just as well with drywalls. Nowadays, there are also universal primers suitable for drywall and plaster. Overall, you will be fine as long as you are using a trustworthy brand.

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