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A Fresh Look
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - InstallDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving West Reading, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"If you need framing and/or drywall work, Fidelis with A Fresh Look should be your last stop. A humble, hard working, and excellent professional who I wish I would have found sooner to do work in an old and challenging home where nothing is level."
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+7

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Santi Quality Painters
4.8(
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Drywall - Repair

Serving West Reading, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Pete and his team washed and stained the front of our cedar-sided home. The work was professionally done and weather-related delays were communicated in a timely fashion."
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+13

Response time9 hrs
Response rate97%
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CRM Trades Solutions Co. LLC.
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving West Reading, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great experience! Curtis replaced shutters on 14 windows in only 4 hours. Very professional, efficient and neat. Will use CRM Trades Solutions on other home improvement projects in the future. Recommend highly!"
Response time4 hrs
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

You should wait at least 24 hours for drywall mud to dry before sanding or applying another coat. However, the exact drying time depends on several factors, including the thickness of the application, room temperature, humidity, and the type of compound used. Thicker layers, or projects in high humidity, may require 48 hours or more. Lightweight compounds tend to dry faster than heavier, all-purpose ones. You'll know the mud is ready when it feels completely dry and firm to the touch and has changed to a consistent light color. Sanding too early can cause smudging or gouges, so patience is essential for a smooth finish.

Plaster ceilings can sag for several reasons. In some cases, the plaster and other building materials shift and come apart over time, which is why you’ll commonly find drooping plaster ceilings in older homes. Improper installation, foot traffic, and water damage—often from a leaky roof or a broken pipe—can also cause plaster ceilings to sag.

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.

Yes, any parts of drywall that are wet or overly moist will need to be replaced. Drywall is intended to be dry (it’s in the name, after all.), as excess moisture can lead to mold and mildew and eventually corrode your home’s foundational building pieces. Do regular inspections in your home to make sure all your plumbing is intact and in good condition—this will go a long way toward preventing leaks.

Plaster is a pretty tough surface, but it can still sustain damage from things like bumping against it, water issues, dampness, extreme humidity changes, and plain old age. Most plaster walls last hundreds of years and will only be taken down to the base layer when major repairs are required. Being cautious around the wall, not placing furniture against it, and ensuring stable humidity are all great ways to reduce possible damage.

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