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Avatar for J & M Plastering
J & M Plastering
4.8(
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For BusinessDrywall - Repair+1 more

Serving Newport, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John came out to my house the day after I requested an estimate. He gave me a reasonable quote and and the timeframe in which he would be able to start the work. His advise and communication allowed me to finish the required demolition right before he started the job. He showed up right on time with his co-worker and did an excellent job. When he ran into an unexpected issue he called me immediately and went above and beyond to solve the problem that could not have been foreseen. I was so happy with the work that I asked him to come back and drywall and plaster the stairway leading up to the bedrooms so that everything looked like new. We had already scheduled new carpet to be installed before he could start the second job. He was true to his word and showed up a couple weeks later and did another excellent job and we couldn't find one speck of dust on the new carpet when they were done. I would recommend to get an estimate from J&M before making a final decision on who you decide to hire."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Wilson Plastering
4.7(
43
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving Newport, RI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Kyle and his crew did a top notch job plastering my house. They applied very smooth finishes to my ceilings and walls. One of my ceilings was about 18 feet high, cathedral style. They brought in the staging and got it done. They fixed my interior entry way as well and now it looks brand new. They got numerous spots in three different rooms and then a good size of wall in the basement. Then sanded everything out. They were there about 3 and a half days and very reasonably priced. They were also very neat. Kyle also came out to the house to look it over before giving his estimate, If you need a plasterer or somebody who does drywall, do yourself a favor and call Wilson Plastering. This is the company to go with."
Response time8 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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NE Plastering and Painting
4.7(
43
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Drywall - Install - For BusinessDrywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Newport, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Project: Drywall/Sheetrock Plastering Company: NE Plastering and Painting We hired NE Plastering and Painting to handle drywall and sheetrock plastering work in three separate areas of our home. Overall, we were very pleased with the experience from start to finish. The crew, led by foreman Nelson Hernandez, arrived on time, and they took great care to protect the surrounding areas — floors, furniture, and adjacent walls — before starting work. Their attention to detail during the job was clear, and the finished plastering came out smooth and professionally done across all three areas. We also obtained a few quotes before choosing this company, and their pricing was the most competitive, without sacrificing quality. Based on the professionalism, quality of work, and value, we'd absolutely hire NE Plastering and Painting again for future drywall or plastering projects, and we'd recommend them to anyone in need of this kind of work."
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Response time6 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by36%of homeowners
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Coastal Counters & Cabinets
4.9(
71
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For Business

Serving Newport, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Claudio (the owner) is everything I wanted in a contractor - knowledgeable, qualified, reasonable, trustworthy, easy to work with, and cares about the quality of his work. I am very happy with the work and I am someone who cares about the details. I would hire them again without question and plan to for future projects. Claudio and his team removed an internal wall that was covered in built in book shelves to reconnect two rooms as originally intended when the house was built, redesigned around a fireplace, installed a wall, closed off a doorway and built a hall closet as part of the project, which also include electrical work, removing some floor brickwork and replacing it with wood to match the existing floor, which he did perfectly, and painting. Separately Claudioâ s team has also replaced and updated internal waterlines and external hose connections, replaced a bathroom vanity, sub-flooring, wallboard, and tile work."
Basketweave floor, tile walls, new tub.
Farmhouse
Farmhouse
farmhouse
Farmhouse

+24

Response time2 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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PROLINE DRYWALL & FRAME SOLUTIONS LLC
3.7(
3
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Serving Newport, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

PROLINE DRYWALL & FRAME SOLUTIONS LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DaSilva Construction
4.1(
30
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Drywall - Install

Serving Newport, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were very easy to work with. Good response times to questions and were able to work around my busy schedule. The quality of work was very good and they were finished on time. No complaints and I would hire them again."
New Roof and Framing of Garage
Framing of Garage
Roof
Roof
Roof

+38

Response time1 day
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

It’s less costly to drywall a fireplace than shiplapping it since material costs are higher for shiplap. However, if you’re DIYing the project, shiplap is less expensive since you won’t have to pay for labor. With drywall, getting a smooth finish is difficult unless you’re a pro. Shiplap is ideal for an accent wall or unique space, such as around a fireplace, since it adds texture and gives off a cozy vibe.

You can take a few steps to save money on drywall installation, even when hiring a professional to do the bulk of the work for you. These ideas include the following:

  • Buy the drywall and other materials yourself to avoid product markup and delivery fees

  • Ask about discounts if you use the same company to tape, spackle, and paint

  • Hire drywall professionals in the winter when demand is the lowest

  • DIY as many parts of the project as possible, like replacing insulation and painting

If your premixed drywall mud is dried out or has begun to set in the bucket, you may be able to revive it by adding warm water and stirring. However, the first and most important step is to scrape off any hard, dried bits of drywall that may have accumulated toward the top of the container and throw them away because they will not easily reconstitute back into the drywall mud mix.

Drying alone can take 1 to 4 hours to dry to the touch per plaster layer, but some types of plaster take several hours longer to dry. However, this doesn’t mean the job is done because plaster doesn’t fully harden until it cures, which can take a few days to a couple of weeks. It may take even longer if you’re building a new, pretty thick plaster wall. Allow the plaster to cure before painting it.

The best tool for skim coating drywall is a skim coating blade, which can smooth out joint compound in wide stretches. While you could use a smaller drywall knife for skim coating, the smaller size means it’ll take longer to smooth out each section. Instead, consider investing in a skim coating blade for the quickest application.

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