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The Patch Boys of McKinney
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Serving Allen, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

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Small jobs welcome

"Fernando was on time for our scheduled repair. He was professional and did a great job blending in the drywall repair with the original walls. The rooms were neat and clean and ready to be painted the next day. Mr. Taggart our salesman was also professional and let us know what to expect from their service. Because they did such a great job, I am going to hire them for other repairs we need done to our home."
Response time3 hrs
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Patch Pros of North Dallas
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Allen, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would highly recommend this company fast response time they did a beautiful job repairing my drywall and matching my paint. Courteous priced well professional I would definitely use them again."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

In some minor cases, you can DIY drywall repair with minimal time and money spent. This method is best when you have a hole made by a singular problem, such as accidental furniture moving, and not a continuous problem, like a rodent infestation. 

Knowing what product to use is crucial. For example, small holes only need spackle, whereas large holes might need a new piece of drywall. You can flex your DIY abilities on this project, but if you’d like a second opinion or have a more significant problem, it’s best to call in a drywall repair pro.

Whether you need a drywall anchor depends on the specifics of your project, particularly what you're hanging and where. You do not need a drywall anchor if you can screw or nail the object directly into a wooden stud, as the wood provides sufficient support and stability. However, if there are no studs in the location where you plan to hang the item, you should use drywall anchors to ensure it is securely supported. For very lightweight objects, like small pictures, adhesive picture hanging strips can be a suitable alternative to anchors.

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 put certain types of plaster over other types, but doing so isn't always the best idea. For example, putting a coat of gypsum over lime plaster is possible, but doing so will limit the lime plaster's breathability and potentially affect its performance.

Since cement plaster tends to leave a textured surface, no matter how much you smooth it, some people prefer to use gypsum plaster as a topcoat over cement plaster, creating a smoother surface.

Yes, it matters which side of drywall you use. One side is smooth, and the other is rough. The smooth side should be facing outward, toward the room, while the rough side should be hidden and facing the studs and framing of the house. The smooth side will be easier to apply tape, joint compound, and, later, paint to.

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