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Kodiak Drywall
4.6(
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Shinnston, WV and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Installed drywall perfectly. Very knowledgeable, and had the ability to create a perfect ceiling texture match. Dealt with two corner sections during replacement, and can't tell a repair happened, looks perfect. Highly recommend this company for repair work."
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Response time4 hrs
Response rate89%
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Caspian BuildWorks LLC
5.0(
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Install

Serving Shinnston, WV and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Caspian BuildWorks specializes in high-quality interior and exterior painting, expert drywall installation and finishing, and reliable deck maintenance services. Our team is dedicated to precision, craftsmanship, and customer satisfaction. Enhancing homes and properties with lasting beauty and functionality. Whether refreshing your space with a flawless paint job, repairing and finishing drywall, or restoring your deck, we bring skill and care with every detail.

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Deck repair and painting

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Red Ridge Contracting, LLC
5.0(
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For BusinessDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Shinnston, WV and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\n

Response time1 day
A Home Handyman
5.0(
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Shinnston, WV and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

A Home Handyman 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.

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C&K Handyman LLC
4.9(
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Shinnston, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"He did exactly what he said he would in a timely manner. His work was excellent and the ceiling repair looked better than before the water damage to the ceiling. I would highly recommend him for any type of drywall work. He was very nice to work with and at a very reasonable price.."
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

For maximum stability, install grab bars on wall studs, as this will adequately support the weight. However, if you don't have access to studs, you can get by with wall anchors. If opting for the latter, choose specialty hollow wall anchors. 

The tool you use to sand plaster will depend on the size of the project. If you’re just working on a small section of your wall to get rid of an uneven spot on the surface, hand-sanding might work. However, for larger projects, a drywall sander can make a huge difference when it comes to both time and elbow grease—and an orbital sander can help for detailed areas such as around ceiling fans.

The best way to make long, straight cuts is to use a utility knife and a T-square to score the sheet, snap along the score, and then finish the cut by cutting through the paper on the opposite side with the utility knife. If you’re making small cuts, curved cuts, or cutouts for electrical boxes or light fixtures, you can use a manual jab saw to keep costs down, but an electric spiral saw or oscillating multi-tool will get the cleanest, fastest cuts possible.

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.

Both plaster and drywall are durable wall finishes, but they differ significantly in installation, cost, performance, and aesthetics.

Installation & Cost: Drywall installation is faster and more affordable, typically costing $1.50 to $3 per square foot. It uses premade sheets, making it a more accessible DIY project. Plastering is a labor-intensive craft that requires specialized skills, pushing costs to $2 to $10 per square foot. It involves applying a wet paste over a lath framework.

Durability & Performance: Plaster is generally more durable, longer-lasting, and provides superior soundproofing. It is also a better insulator, which can help reduce energy costs. Drywall is easier to remove for future renovations.

Aesthetics: Drywall provides a smooth, uniform surface ready for paint or texture. Plaster offers a high-end, naturally textured look that can hide imperfections and is often preferred for achieving a classic or historic aesthetic.

Which is better? The choice depends on your priorities. Drywall is ideal for those prioritizing a lower upfront cost, faster installation, and DIY potential. Plaster is the better option for a higher-end project where durability, soundproofing, and a unique, premium finish are more important than the initial cost.

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