Drywall & Painting

When you call about drywall and painting, you likely have a room that feels unfinished or damaged. Cracks from settling, popped nails, water stains from a past leak, or just outdated colors make the space look neglected. You want the walls smooth and the paint fresh, but you are not sure what it takes to get from damaged to done.

We start by removing loose tape and crumbling mud, then drive any popped nails deeper and cover them with joint compound. For holes, we cut out damaged drywall and screw in a new patch, then apply tape and three coats of mud, sanding between each. We use a pole sander, a taping knife, and a drywall saw. For painting, we caulk gaps, spot-prime stains, and roll on two coats of a quality latex paint.

The size of the room is the main factor in time and cost—a large living room takes more material and labor than a small bathroom. The condition of the walls matters: a room with heavy texture, multiple patches, or wallpaper residue requires extra prep. Access also plays a role; tight stairwells or high ceilings with tall walls slow the work. Paint sheen choice and color depth affect how many coats are needed.

Before we arrive, move furniture to the center of the room or into another space, and remove switch plates and outlet covers. On the day, we lay drop cloths and tape off trim and floors. We clean up dust with a shop vacuum, wipe down surfaces, and remove all debris. You will need to wait a few hours for paint to dry before moving furniture back, and avoid touching walls for a day.