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Los Primos Painting
4.9(
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Drywall - Repair

Serving West Islip, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"PAINTERS WERE COURTEOUS FRIENDLY THOROUGH AFFORDABLE KNOWLEDGEABLE IN THEIR CRAFT ...IM SO GLAD I WENT WITH THEM ALREADY HIRED THEM FOR MY NEXT PAINT JOB AND REFEREED THEM TO FRIENDS ..I WILL ALWAYS USE THEM GOING FORWARD...??GRACIAS LOS PRIMOS LUIS Y GUSTAVO TAN BUENO"
Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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BuildingLI.com - BLI Facilities LLC
5.0(
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For BusinessDrywall - Repair+1 more

Serving West Islip, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Moises and his crew repaired water rotted wood in difficult locations and completely finished the garage to every detail from insulation to molding, as shown in pictures here. They thought of every detail that shows their pride over their work. Not only is their work top notch, but they are also easy to work with and very communicative through the whole process. I have already hired them for a second job."
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Response time7 hrs
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

There is no way to cut drywall without making dust, but you can reduce the amount of dust and especially the dangerous airborne particles by using manual cutting tools. Using a utility knife to score and snap your drywall will minimize dust production, and a jab saw for cutting cutouts for boxes and fixtures will generate almost no airborne dust. Even if you use these methods, you should still wear a respirator and safety goggles to avoid damage to your lungs and eyes.

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.

If you suspect black mold is inside your walls, do not punch a hole in the drywall yourself to look. Call a mold inspection expert to help you. Some signs of a potential black mold infestation inside the wall include an unexplained musty, damp smell. Some people liken it to rotting vegetables. You may smell it most strongly through a wall outlet. If you and your family are experiencing constant coughing or symptoms that feel like an unexplained allergy, it could indicate black mold behind a wall.

Drywall tape is made of paper, while drywall mesh is made of fiberglass or metal. Drywall mesh patches are suitable for repairing small holes in drywall, while paper drywall tape holds a crease better for corners. You need joint compound to adhere drywall tape to the wall, while mesh patches may be self-adhesive.

For maximum stability, install grab bars on wall studs, as this will adequately support the weight. However, if you don't have access to studs, you can get by with wall anchors. If opting for the latter, choose specialty hollow wall anchors. 

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