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Q: How do you know if a wall is load-bearing?

• <div><p>The easiest way to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/load-bearing-wall.htm">tell if a wall is load bearing</a> is to check if it&rsquo;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&rsquo;t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you&rsquo;re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.</p></div>

Q: Should I sand between coats of drywall mud?

• <div><p>You should do a little bit of sanding between adding coats of mud. Knock down any ridges or significantly imperfect areas through sanding, which should help you apply the next coat of mud smoothly. If your first coat of mud is pretty smooth after it dries, a quick sanding is all you&rsquo;ll need. Don&rsquo;t forget to wipe away any dust after each sanding process.</p></div>

Q: What are the benefits of plaster walls?

• <div><p>Plaster provides a durable, soundproof, and moisture-resistant finish compared to drywall.</p></div>

Q: Is it difficult to drywall a ceiling?

• <div><p>It is more difficult to drywall a ceiling than it is to drywall a wall, but not so hard that DIYers can&rsquo;t tackle it. One of the main issues with hanging drywall on your ceiling is getting it into place. Drywall isn&rsquo;t light so, if you are hanging full drywall panels, you will need at least two (it&rsquo;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.</p></div>

Q: Does removing tile damage drywall?

• <div><p>Yes, even if you&rsquo;re being careful, removing tile can damage your drywall to some degree. However, you can minimize the damage done to it by eliminating a majority of the grout and taking your time prying each tile off. Also, it's worth noting that you might have more drywall damages to deal with if your tile is set into the mortar. </p></div>

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Last update on December 27, 2025

Reviewed in December 2025
My pro, whose name is Israel, gave me absolutely the best handyman help and experience! I hired him through Angi to replace my front window screen, and he so was honest in his evaluation of what could or couldn't be done. In my case, the window screen was bent & will have to be replaced by the...
A touch of Hue painting LLC
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Reviewed in September 2024
Kevin & his crew were great! We hired them to take an old wood fence down & install a new vinyl fence. Kevin & his crew went above & beyond to get this done asap due to us being a nondisclosed, domestic violence, shelter. He was very thorough, friendly, & fast. He made sure...
Kevin McDougall Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2023
Replaced my backsplash in the kitchen with new subway tile! Wonderful job!! Very professional!
Bold Construction LLC
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Reviewed in August 2023
Quality of work was very good Was very careful on protecting all my belongings Very efficient
Salmon painting independent
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Reviewed in May 2023
I have had a dry basement for years now which is very different from before EverDry. One time a pump failed and they were here to fix it before any water came in. Great service and skilled workers!
Everdry Waterproofing Toledo
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Reviewed in February 2023
Anything on the spectrum of handyman work and I would highly recommend MNP. I have worked with the owner of this business for a few months on various projects, and he always does an excellent job at communicating & completing work with top-notch end results. Some of the projects I can...
MNP Contracting, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2022
From start to finish they gave 100% communication. It is the best drywall job I have seen in years.
Genesis Construction
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Reviewed in March 2022
Smooth as silk. Attention to detail was above and beyond. They cleaned up every little scrap and speck of dust. They will be my FIRST call when I do the remaining rooms
Laid & Paid Flooring LLC
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Reviewed in April 2021
We had them do house siding and they did a great job. Highly recommend Justin and his crew. Kevin Holbrook
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Reviewed in November 2016
The cleaning, spraying and ozone gassing performed was completed satisfactorily. The team came on time each day was friendly and professional. The cleanup afterward had something to be desired. The work was focused on the mold issues in the basement. Baseboards had to be removed and then...
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Compa's Construction Company, LLC

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Serving Defiance, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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"A wonderful crew! Such gentlemen. I was shoveling snow when they got there and they grabbed the shovel to finish. Always showed up early and worked long hours to complete the job. It was a whole house job that they did, including drywalling the bathroom. Recommend them for sure."

Response time4 hrs

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Serving Defiance, OH and surrounding areas

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"Ryan is a courteous professional who did a great job on all the issues I needed to have corrected and or completed. He is efficient and reasonable in pricing. I would definitely hire him again !"

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Grayhawk Contracting & Trim Limited

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Serving Defiance, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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"I would highly recommend GrayHawk Contracting! They did an amazing job on our floors and trim! We ran into a problem with the plumbing, but they were able to handle it for us. The floors and trim looked great after they were done! Great Job!!"

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Dun Better Maintenance

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Hi I'm Todd starting Dun Better Maintenance not quit up and running to full par yet I'm a guy with 14 years handyman/property maintenance experience

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I’m a one-stop shop for all your maintenance needs, with a knack for tech and a wide range of skills in various trades. Nothing too big to tackle and nothing too simple I won’t accept. Not to mention I can promise to beat larger companies and there estimates every single time\n\n

Serving Defiance, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

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"Tristen is professional and personable. The work was outstanding and at a reasonable cost. He kept us well informed throughout the process with daily updates on the extensive work that was being conducted. The project was finished on time & within budget. We highly recommend Carters Drywall."

Response time1 day

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Defiance, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

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"The guys were amazing. Punctual, polite, and the best hanging and finish I ve ever had. I will only use them in the future."

Response time9 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Defiance, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Adrian was always there when scheduled and did a great job. Cleaned up area and also had him paint as well. Would highly recommend and plan on using him for another project in the near future."

Response time2 days

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Sibert Pro Construction Inc

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Serving Defiance, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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"Wonderful. Very good job. Highly professional. No problems will use again and would recommend."

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Drywall questions, answered by experts

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.

You should do a little bit of sanding between adding coats of mud. Knock down any ridges or significantly imperfect areas through sanding, which should help you apply the next coat of mud smoothly. If your first coat of mud is pretty smooth after it dries, a quick sanding is all you’ll need. Don’t forget to wipe away any dust after each sanding process.

Plaster provides a durable, soundproof, and moisture-resistant finish compared to drywall.

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.

Yes, even if you’re being careful, removing tile can damage your drywall to some degree. However, you can minimize the damage done to it by eliminating a majority of the grout and taking your time prying each tile off. Also, it's worth noting that you might have more drywall damages to deal with if your tile is set into the mortar.

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