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Avatar for Patch Boys of South Central PA
Patch Boys of South Central PA
4.6(
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Serving Akron, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I hired this firm for drywalling. The fast turnaround on the work was impressive, but even more impressive - and appreciated - was that they did the painting job I had to go with it!"
Bathroom
Bathroom
Bathroom
Ceiling
Ceiling

+5

Response time6 hrs
Response rate87%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Under the Sun Painting, LLC
4.8(
22
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Serving Akron, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mike and his team were awesome. They left a spotless workspace behind. The job was completed ahead of schedule and for the quoted price...even during inclement weather! He was very responsive and prompt. Very professional. I will use it again."
Kitchen cabinets
Kitchen
Wall stripes
Two greens meet
Faux finish

+11

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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360 Painting of York County
4.9(
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Serving Akron, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The best of the best. Gabe, Jen and the crew did an excellent job on painting our aluminum siding. They made sure we were happy. I will hire them again for my next project. Very professional, reasonably priced, friendly, all the positives. Definitely recommend their service."
Stair makeover
Exterior Painting
Door Repaint
Before & After
Bedroom repaint

+5

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Finishing Touch By Bratch
4.9(
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Serving Akron, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Excellent communication skills and meticulous about work performed in every detail . Very pleased with the new mantel and shiplap above fireplace and painted to our specifications with crown molding. Excellent work ."
After
Before
After
Before
Wine rack close up

+14

Response time4 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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DnB Legacy Painting LLC
4.7(
13
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Serving Akron, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Daryl and his son did a terrific job painting 5 rooms, closets, and repair of wall damage. All for a great price. Would definitely hire again."
DnB Legacy Painting LLC
DnB Legacy Painting LLC
DnB Legacy Painting LLC
DnB Legacy Painting LLC
DnB Legacy Painting LLC

+2

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Jay W. Bowman Painting
5.0(
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Serving Akron, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

We are a locally owned and operated company with over 20 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity, and stand behind our work. We specialize in both interior and exterior residential and commercial painting projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

Restain deck
Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

A 50-pound mirror can be hung on drywall, but only if it has the support of strong hardware. Ideally, you can find the studs behind the drywall and attach the mirror to them; this will give your mirror better stability. Otherwise, confirm that you are using anchors appropriate to the weight of the mirrors. Another technique is to use French cleats—two pieces of wood that fit together, with one piece attached to the wall and the other to the mirror. This allows the weight to be distributed over a wider area.

Drywall repair is typically completed within a day, depending on damage extent.

Only use spackle on plaster walls when the imperfection is small. It’s best used for nail holes or small dings in the plaster. Spackle dries quickly, allowing you to continue the repair process shortly after using it. Plaster can be tricky to repair, though, so if you run into issues, call a pro so that you don’t risk further damage.

Although they have similar applications, spackle and joint compound are not the same. Their primary differences lie in their composition, consistency, and ideal use cases.

Spackle is composed of gypsum and binding agents, making it thicker than joint compound. It dries quickly and is easy to sand, which makes it ideal for small wall repair projects like filling nail holes or patching minor damage.

Joint compound, also known as drywall mud, consists of limestone and gypsum. It is primarily used for large-scale projects, such as taping and finishing the seams on newly installed drywall. It tends to shrink more than spackle and can be more difficult to spread.

While both products can be used to fill small depressions and cracks, spackle cannot replace joint compound for taping and mudding new drywall. Conversely, you can often use joint compound for small patching jobs typically done with spackle.

You can repair plaster ceilings yourself after the cause of the ceiling damage has been addressed. However, the repair can easily take 5 hours and can be slightly challenging for those without previous experience. If you do decide to flex your DIY muscle, have a helper to help hold the ladder and pass you the tools for safety purposes.

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