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Avatar for Wilbers Painting
Wilbers Painting
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Serving The Plains, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The service was incredible. The response time was quick. He came out and gave an estimate within a day. The paint job and drywall repair looks amazing! They took care to protect our furniture and floors from drywall dust. I highly recommend them."
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Response time2 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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NCK PAINTING & DRYWALL INC.
4.8(
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Serving The Plains, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"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 rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Alfaro Carpentry, LLC
4.2(
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Drywall - Repair

Serving The Plains, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Alfaro Carpentrey is an awesome contractor. Arrived on time for both the bid and the work. Completed the work in a professional manner, the work was done well, on time and on budget. Will be using Alfaro for another drywall repair in the future."
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+4

Response time10 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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JL Service & More LLC
4.8(
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Drywall - Repair

Serving The Plains, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Beautiful job repairing drywall needs and concerns. Was a pleasure to do business with and kept everything quick and painless. 100% will hire again down the road, thank you!"
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+2

Response time6 hrs
Response rate87%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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VA Painting LLC
5.0(
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Drywall - Repair

Serving The Plains, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was one of the best experiences I have had!! The customer service was excellent! It is so very rare to find companies that sincerely care about meeting the needs of their customer! The quality of work was superb! I needed the drywall and paint job done quickly and he arranged his schedule to meet my deadline. He even did specials touch ups without my asking. We will definitely use him again! This company takes pride in good quality work! See the picture below! You can’t even find where the holes were. If you are looking for a job well done, I would highly recommend that you contact VA Painting LLC at 571-473-8404!"
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Sky Home Solutions LLC
5.0(
7
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Drywall - Repair

Serving The Plains, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mr Giovanni and his helper were very polite. They tape down the floors and cover the room with plastic to keep the room dust free. All the dry wall and insulation was removed and they clean up very well. I gave the 5 stars., because they were very professional. Thank you Mr. Giovanni."
Response time7 hrs
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Trinity Painting
4.6(
38
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Drywall - Repair

Serving The Plains, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Project Financing available through HFS Financial. \n\nWe started as a full home service business. Since then, we have morphed into a Painting and handyman focused company. We miss lawns, kind of...but truly love caring for all your home needs! At Trinity, we LOVE transforming spaces, adding color and making your house a HOME. When you need interior and exterior painting, deck staining and repair, cabinet refinishing and fence painting, we have you covered. \n\nTrinity is the only painting & home service provider you'll ever need.\n\nWith decades of experience the know-how to get every project done right, you can count on Trinity Painting to deliver.\n\nGet the Quality You deserve today!

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+5

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

Wet-sanding and dry-sanding each have pros and cons. Dry-sanding is less messy, so it’s a good option if you’re trying to minimize dust (for example, if you’re sanding an occupied home or working with particularly dry or dusty drywall mud). However, dry-sanding is quicker because you don’t have to keep rinsing a sponge or wait for it to dry before painting.

Metal corners, often referred to as corner beads for square corners, are used on drywall installations to provide structural reinforcement to vulnerable outside corners. Their usage safeguards against chipping, denting, or other forms of damage, enhancing the overall durability of the wall. Metal corners also offer a precise and straight edge that facilitates sharp and clean lines, crucial for achieving a polished and professional finish.

Popular wall textures include orange peel, knockdown, spray sand, and smooth finishes. Orange peel and knockdown are particularly common choices for drywall as they are simple and cost-effective. Orange peel texture has a lightly bumpy surface resembling the skin of an orange, while knockdown (sometimes called knockout) looks like a stucco finish with flattened high spots. In contrast, popcorn texture has fallen out of fashion, partly due to its past association with asbestos and a shift toward more restrained interior design styles.

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 skim coat plaster, but it’s better to repair the plaster itself. A skim coat is a thin coat of drywall joint compound spread over the surface of a wall. The result is a flat finish that looks pleasing, but part of the appeal of plaster is its imperfections and aesthetic. Skim coating is best when limited to drywall applications.

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