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BluSky NM Drywall Lath & Plaster Inc
4.8(
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Serving Albany, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The crew showed up every morning on time. They patched/drywalled and textured numerous small areas. The texturing was so good, that it is almost impossible to detect where the repairs where made. They also framed, drywalled and textured the kitchen area for recessed lighting installation. They repaired an area where there was a shower leak. They replaced the drywall and textured an area where a closet had been removed. On every part of the project, they exhibited superior workmanship. And at the end of every day, they cleaned up after themselves. Hire them again? Definitely yes! 
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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White Lion Painting Co
4.8(
180
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Serving Albany, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Repairs were completed quickly and well done. We needed some sheetrock repairs and spackle touch up on a house we had just purchased. Repairs were completed before we moved in. Thanks Antonio for getting the job done right!"
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
Mudslinger's Drywall
5.0(
4
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Serving Albany, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Emergency services offered

"They worked steadily each day and did a very, very good job.  I have  seen drywall work done on other sites, but none compares to the quality of their work.  They were very easy to communicate with and explained in detail what they were doing......This is a 2700 sq. ft. home and I am so glad that I used  Mudslingers Drywall........I highly recommend them in terms of reasonable costs and quality of work.  You will be glad you called them."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Macon Painting
5.0(
9
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Serving Albany, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

Free estimates

"Mr Macon did an excellent job at a price that was 30-40% lower than most of the other bids for painting the house interior. He assisted us in selecting the types of paint, and also in matching the wall, baseboard and ceiling shades based on our color preference. He patched cracks in the ceiling and walls, and caulked wherever needed. The result exceeded our expectations. He was courteous and prompt, and easy to work with."
Popcorn removed from ceiling
Kitchen cabinets
Popcorn ceiling removal
Kitchen cabinets
popcorn removal, texture and paint

+14

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
5,677
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Serving Albany, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Had to file a claim for new clothes dryer, and repairs on fridge. Foothills Star Appliance came to look at both. Eric was the repairman. He was friendly, answered all my questions, and very professional. I would highly recommend his company."
Recommended by82%of homeowners
Marz home improvement
5.0(
6
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Serving Albany, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Our Goal is too achieve 100% customer satisfaction. We specialize in custom, creative, unique, and bizarre projects like paint, tile, masonry, Epoxy Flooring and countertops. We have a very large range of skills from Refinishing beat up hardwood to Demolition. We handle just about everything needed to repair, maintain, upgrade, modernize, or customize your home and property. if we cant do it we bring in someone who can. We love a challenge but take care of simple as well. Man Caves, remodel, themed children's rooms, brick or rock patios and kitchens, pebble flooring, all types of tile work, interior design, organizing, cleaning commercial or private, interior and exterior painting, texture of all sorts, assembly, appliance installation & repair, popcorn removal, haul off, forts, mail boxes, you name it we can take care of it. We love what we do and so will you!

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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.

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 home was built before the 1940s and was not remodeled in the past 50 or so years, you probably have plaster walls. Aside from assuming, there are some practical ways to tell if you have plaster walls, including the following: If you knock on the wall and it feels solid, not hollow, if you can’t insert a thumbtack easily, if there are cracks that look like spiderwebs, or if your home has curved, arched, or swirled walls, doorways, or window openings.

If you have an unfinished basement or attic, you could examine the backs of any finished walls to check, too.

Plaster can be a difficult DIY to master, especially if you plan to plaster an entire room, rather than patch a small area. Before you begin a plaster DIY project, you need to know which tools and type of plaster to use. It's also important to know how to prepare the surface and apply the plaster for a smooth finish. If that all sounds like a lot of work, you may prefer hiring a local plaster repair contractor to do the job.

While not always necessary, you can glue a drywall ceiling in addition to using screws or nails. Drywall is typically secured to ceiling joists with fasteners, which is often sufficient. However, adding construction adhesive can offer benefits like preventing sagging, bridging gaps, and reducing air leaks for better energy efficiency. It may also be used for specific acoustic or insulation needs. On the other hand, many professionals advise against it because properly placed screws make the drywall structural, glue doesn't add strength, and it makes future repairs or replacements significantly more difficult. Ultimately, it's best to follow local building codes and project-specific requirements to decide if adhesive is right for your ceiling.

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