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Avatar for ATI Construction & Repair
ATI Construction & Repair
5.0(
8
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving Lorain, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Andy does it all. He painted every square foot of our home, including trim and doors. Repaired trim and drywall. Installed appliances. Hung fans and light fixtures. And more! The quality of work is outstanding and his attention to detail is exceptional. We are asking Andy to work on exterior matters this Spring and Summer. Andy cleans up at the end of each day. He is meticulous and being very picky homeowners, we appreciate the quality of his work."
Tile work.
Tile work.
Tile work.
Lighting facelift
Lighting facelift

+19

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CDJ Remodeling
5.0(
118
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving Lorain, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Our painting work looks great!! Used this company to paint a large section of our home that includes living room, hallway, 2 story foyer, and upstairs hallway. Everyone is very personable and easy to work with! Chris always responds to texts/calls within minutes! Phil did an excellent job with the largest portion of the painting with tons of attention to detail! He even offered to remove the ugly surround sound speakers installed by the previous homeowner and did the drywall repair. There is NO paint anywhere it shouldn t be. We have 2 young kids and Phil and Jessica were beyond friendly and courteous to them also. Very thoughtful and talented people! Can t beat the price either!! We received multiple estimates for the same job and these guys deliver for a significantly better deal and get it done quickly! Before we met them, we were hesitant to hire because they don t have as many reviews on here as other companies and contractors... but they re definitely great! We ve rehired them now to put up and stain a fence for us in fact. Thanks PHIL, Chris, Jessica, and Stacey!"
Response time6 hrs
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by61%of homeowners
Lorain County Construction, LLC
4.1(
110
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Install

Serving Lorain, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Nick and his crew did a great job hanging drywall in our garage as well as painting. He hung drywall in our kitchen as well. Not only a good job but an invaluable resource! Shows up when he says he will. Very reasonably priced as well! All in all, a good experience!"
Response time6 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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MDG Maintenance, LLC
4.7(
20
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For BusinessDrywall - Repair+1 more

Serving Lorain, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

MDG Maintenance, LLC, we are a locally owned and operated company, with over 20 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of handyman services, that are customizable to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

Shutter replacement
Shutter replacement
Shutter's
Shutter
Drywall

+8

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Frank's Custom Remodeling, LTD
4.6(
94
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Lorain, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Frank did some quality workmanship designing and installing our kitchen. Very punctual and communicative. Had great input of ideas that we did not think of. Very easy to work with. He is my first call for any projects of this type."
kitchen remodel
same kitchen
complete
Library before
Library before

+13

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Freedom Contracting
4.4(
50
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Lorain, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Freedom Contracting did a fantastic job on our bathroom remodel! We are so happy with how it looks. It needed remodeling so bad. Brandon and his crew consulted with us every step of the way. Made suggestions along the way that really made the difference. They are very knowledgeable and when they start a job they stay on it till completion. Dependable and trustworthy. We will be recommending them to everyone we know. Ray & Cathi Fiorentino"
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
New Tile for Bathroom Remodel
Starting Custom Shower (old laundry room location)
Custom Shower

+156

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

When you are learning how to tape and mud drywall, waiting for things to dry requires a lot of patience. So how long does drywall mud take to dry? On average, it takes about 24 hours. However, it depends on things like the thickness of the mud, as well as the room’s temperature, humidity, and ventilation. Using thin layers of mud in a warm, low-humidity room with good airflow reduces average drying time. You also could speed up drying time by making use of hot drywall mud, which consists of a powder that you mix with water, instead of using pre-mixed mud. 

Damp plaster does dry out, although the drying time depends on several factors, including the type of plaster, the surrounding temperature, moisture content, and the extent of the dampness. Sometimes, it can take weeks or months for wall plaster to dry naturally.

Yes, you can install drywall over plaster, but there are important factors to consider. While it can create a smooth, flat surface, it is often not the best approach. Installing drywall over plaster will increase the wall's thickness, which can cause issues with existing window and door frames that may no longer fit. You might also need to adjust power outlets to keep them accessible. A better, though more expensive, option is to remove the old plaster and lath entirely before installing new drywall. Drywalling directly over plaster seals in the old material, and if any problems arise later, you will need to remove both layers down to the structural beams for repairs. Given the potential complications, this job is best handled by professionals.

Although they are used for similar tasks, spackle and joint compound are not the same. Joint compound, also known as drywall mud, consists of limestone and gypsum and is primarily used for large-scale projects like taping and finishing seams on new drywall. Spackle is composed of gypsum and binding agents, making it a thicker compound best suited for small wall repairs like filling nail holes or cracks, as it dries quickly and is easy to sand. For small repairs, either product can be suitable. However, you can use joint compound for small jobs in place of spackle, but you cannot use spackle for large-scale taping and mudding projects.

While a normal moisture level for drywall is between 5% and 12%, replacement is recommended if you get consistent readings above 17%. At this level, the drywall is likely too compromised by extensive moisture damage to be considered safe. You can replace either the entire sheet or just the affected section. If you are unsure after a visual inspection, it is best to have a contractor or water restoration provider use a professional moisture meter to get an accurate reading.

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