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PatchMaster
4.8(
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Serving Elk, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I highly recommend PatchMaster. Damon was great to work with in diagnosing the problem and arranging the project, and Josh was a truly skilled craftsman in making our ceiling look better than new. (The options offered above for describing "service/project" are not very broad; our specific project was repairing sections of a living room ceiling that were peeling, and then painting entire ceiling to blend the color.) The job took days longer than estimated due to extra moisture in the air from a recent storm, but PatchMaster stayed with it until the result was perfect (and at no extra cost). Very professional company. Thanks, guys, for an excellent experience."
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Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Rock-A-Fellas Co Inc
4.5(
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Serving Elk, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Credit card accepted

"In March 2011, a rock pad was laid as a foundation for our large garage being delivered.  Excellent work performed.  As a result of the impressive, professional job done, we had Rock a Fellas redo our deck in July, 2011.  A re-decking took place with Timbertech decking materials with radiance rails.  This was not an easy job, but Rock was very helpful in offering important advice and opinions on where to select materials etc.  He also took care of ordering the dumpster to haul away debris, a detail which can be overlooked by an overwhelmed customer.  He also rectified any concerns/issues with a prompt, professional manner which ultimately led to our great satisfaction when job was completed.
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ETS Environmental Testing Services LLC
4.7(
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Serving Elk, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

ETS Environmental Testing Services LLC,. Provides : 1. Mold Inspection & Testing. 2. Mold Remediation. 3. Real Estate Mold Certification. 4. Indoor Air Quality Investigations. 5. Thermal Imaging Services. 6. Sewer & Flood Clean-Up. 7. Water Removal & Structural Drying. 8. Air Duct Cleaning . 9. Asbestos Inspection & Testing. 10. Asbestos Abatement. 11. Real Estate Asbestos Certification. 12. Odor Removal

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
Anthony's Drywall, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Elk, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Anthony's Drywall, LLC, is a locally owned and operated company with over 16 years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of plaster and drywall services that are tailored to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results so call us today!

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Drywall questions, answered by experts

You should leave a gap between drywall sheets because they naturally expand and contract along with the building framing as temperature and humidity change. Most pro drywall installers leave a gap of about ⅛ inch between drywall sheets, allowing the sheets to expand, contract, and shift without cracking or becoming damaged. If you don’t leave enough gaps between slabs, the edges will press against each other when they expand, and the pressure can cause visible cracks.

Drywall anchors won’t work on plaster. Instead, they will more than likely cause more damage and pull out the plaster. The best type of anchors to use on plaster walls are the ones that will bite into the surrounding area, such as molly bolts and toggle bolts. Masonry anchors with expanders on the sides also work for lighter pictures.

Yes, it is possible to rewire a house without removing the drywall, but this doesn’t work in all homes. You can pull out old wires and insert new ones if you have access to the wiring system via the ceiling or through a crawl space. Some pros can also use a magnetic kit to fish the old wire out of the wall through a hole cavity and install the new wires. Just keep in mind that doing this is less stable than removing drywall, as you won’t be able to staple the wires into the framing.

You should always hang drywall from the top down. Starting at the top makes it easier to create a straight, tight line between the ceiling and the wall. Any gaps that occur will be at the bottom, where they are easier to manage. You can either cut the bottom piece of drywall to fit the remaining space or cover the gap with baseboard trim. Additionally, starting at the top is physically easier, as you won't have to fit the top sheet into a tight space between the lower sheet and the ceiling, or try to balance the upper sheets on the lower ones while securing them.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

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