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Avatar for Prudent Homes
Prudent Homes
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Serving Reston, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

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"David and his team were very professional and the work they did was excellent---we could tell the difference the next day. The temperature on the 2nd floor is several degree lower than before due to the new insulation and feels much more comfortable. David has solid knowledge regarding insulation and he explains things clearly. Definitely would recommend David and Prudent Homes to my friends and neighbors."
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Timur Construction Inc
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Serving Reston, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

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"Fellow Angies List members, of all the work I've recommended, Timur is at the TOP of the LIST. If you need drywall done, Timur is the person you want to hire. I never say this, but TIMUR is the best you will ever get to fix your drywall. This is my fourth job i've hired him for. For the price and the work, the job is over 200% the BEST. Hire Timur fellow angies list members, you won't regret it!"
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Response time1 day
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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DMV Insulation
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Serving Reston, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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"DMV Insulations is a great company to work with. The company focuses on your personal needs, always on time, and great customer service! Mark was able to answer any questions I had, and provided me with useful information. I would recommend this company to anyone with attic insulation needs."
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Sanctuary insulation install.
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+5

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Comfenergy, LLC
4.6(
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Serving Reston, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

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"I've been trying to find an expert in insulation for months to come out and tell me out to properly insulate around a removed chimney and Comfenergy was the expert I needed. Even though the insulation part of the job was too small for Comfenergy (wasn't above their minimum quote value) they were happy to give me their expert advice and I appreciate the time spent as I now know what to ask the roofing contractor to do in order to insulate this correctly. Thanks!"
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Response time1 day
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Discount Energy Services
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Serving Reston, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1984

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"After my call to Discount Energy Services, I knew who was coming and when to evaluate my attic insulation. The estimate was prepared on-site with pricing. The workers arrived and knew exactly what they were to accomplish, which they confirmed with me. They prepared the entire path with clean drop cloths and created a plastic drape around my attic stairs. The foreman was glad to explain any aspect of the procedure. My attic was upgraded to R-49 and the difference is notable."
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25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Balteza Property Services
5.0(
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Serving Reston, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

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"We have worked with Balteza Property Services on several home projects and they are always wonderful! Theyâ ve painted our wood paneled room (and fixed issues along the way), repaired damaged drywall in and painted our kitchen, painted our front door, repaired a damaged hallway wall, installed an outlet, and installed a light fixture. They are easy to schedule, we trust them to work on projects while weâ re away, and the end result always surpasses expectations. Happy to work with again in the future and to recommend."
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate96%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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NCK PAINTING & DRYWALL INC.
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Serving Reston, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

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"Claudio, the boss and owner of NCK Painting and Drywall and his staff are EXCELLENT!!!!!! They were on time and worked continuously to get the job done. My house is great looking now and they recommend to you the best paint These guys are hard workers and provide top grade work. I would definitely hire them again."
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Response time1 day
Response rate93%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Wilbers Painting
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Serving Reston, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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"Had to replace ceiling drywall that had broken through years ago and repaired temporarily. They did a wonderful job replacing the ceiling drywall, and painting the entire room"
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Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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RCL Remodeling, LLC
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Serving Reston, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

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"Nothing but great things to say about their work. They have done work in two of our houses and always extremely professional and great results. On our first house Rocael completely remodeled our 1950's bathroom and did great tile work. On our second house he added a small deck for our grill which looks great and a fence/gate. He also remodeled our entire basement. Installing new drywall and insulation, new exterior/interior doors, new bathroom remodel (with excellent tile work) - Did duct work, and demo entire existing plaster ceiling and replaced it with drywall and added can lights. Created a nook under the stairs with great wood work, and also a great paint job throughout. Rocael also will make sure you are happy with the work he's done, and would make any adjustments if needed."
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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CS Painting & Home Improvement LLC
5.0(
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Serving Reston, VA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

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Small jobs welcome

"Mr. Cabrera Juarez did a wonderful job repairing many large drywall cutouts that were made throughout my house during a new HVAC installation. He was professional, efficient, and personable. I highly recommend him."
Interior painting
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+94

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Drywall Insulation 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.

Your walls are likely cracking due to fluctuations in the temperature outside. Drywall tends to expand and contract when temperatures and humidity levels change, and this repeated movement can lead to cracks in your walls, particularly around door frames. If you have multiple diagonal cracks, you may want to have your foundation inspected, as cracks can also be a sign of a bigger issue.

Although they have similar applications, spackle and joint compound are not the same. Their primary differences lie in their composition, consistency, and ideal use cases.

Spackle is composed of gypsum and binding agents, making it thicker than joint compound. It dries quickly and is easy to sand, which makes it ideal for small wall repair projects like filling nail holes or patching minor damage.

Joint compound, also known as drywall mud, consists of limestone and gypsum. It is primarily used for large-scale projects, such as taping and finishing the seams on newly installed drywall. It tends to shrink more than spackle and can be more difficult to spread.

While both products can be used to fill small depressions and cracks, spackle cannot replace joint compound for taping and mudding new drywall. Conversely, you can often use joint compound for small patching jobs typically done with spackle.

Wall anchors are suitable for drywall and plaster walls, which are common in most homes. However, different wall materials may require specialized anchors. For concrete or masonry walls, you'd typically use concrete anchors. When dealing with other wall types, such as brick or tile, specific anchors designed for those materials may be necessary. Always consult with a hardware specialist or check the manufacturer's recommendations to ensure you select the appropriate anchors for your specific wall type.

The amount of drywall you need for a 1,000-square-foot basement depends on the ceiling height, angles, number of doors and windows, and more. To find the wall square footage, multiply the width and height of each wall, minus any gaps from windows or doors, and add the totals together. You’ll also need enough drywood nails or screws to install the drywall correctly.

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