Drywall Repair Services in East York & Don Mills
CertaPro Painters of East York & Don Mills
Professional Drywall Repair Services in East York & Don Mills
The house painting experts at CertaPro Painters® of East York and Don Mills are professionally trained to replace or repair your drywall and refinish the surface with any paint, wallpaper covering or specialty finish you desire. From small punch-through holes to hanging new drywall panels, cutting, attaching, and applying a final skim coating and sanding, CertaPro Painters is your one-stop shop for all your drywall repair needs.
CertaPro Painters® has built a professional reputation by delivering an extraordinary customer service experience. Before the paint of your choice is applied to the walls and before the surface preparation is complete, CertaPro Painters® can assist you with your home’s drywall repair needs to bring you the best possible finished project.
Drywall Repair Fundamentals in East York & Don Mills
Drywall repairs are an extremely common request we hear among customers. When your drywall isn’t properly taken care of, not only is it not visually pleasing but it also can lead to structural damage. We make drywall repair as easy and efficient as possible. If you are also interested in painting the walls after the drywall is repaired, check out our interior and exterior painting services.
A lot of home owners may try to patch the hole themselves but we highly advise calling professionals to do it instead. It can be more complex than it seems and you don’t want to end up with a bigger mess than when it started. However, if you still decide to go ahead with a DIY drywall repair, keep these things in mind:
Be cautious of cords: If you need to cut into the wall to repair, first confirm that there are no plumbing or electrical lines behind the wall. You can do this by cutting a small surface hole (only an inch) and shinning a through so you are able to see. Once you know it is safe, you can cut deeper into the wall.
Less is more: Applying a thing coat will make the area much easier to sand.
Don’t rush through sanding: You may be tempted to quickly sand the area but it will be noticeable and you will have to go back and fix it anyway. Once you are ready to sand, use fine-grit sandpaper. Sand, apply another layer of mud, wait for it to dry and then re-sand.
Protect yourself: The particles that are released from the drywall are damaging to the lungs when inhaled. Make sure you are wearing a mask.
Common Drywall Problems
Drywall damage is a common problem for many homeowners and one that can be tricky to fix at home. It is a meticulous repair that requires time and attention to detail. If not properly taken care of, it can result in an uneven and unappealing appearance or, worse, structural damage to your walls. Our CertaPro Painters® house painting experts have years of experience in drywall repair, making it easy for them to deliver impeccable results quickly and efficiently.
There are many factors that can damage drywall, leaving behind holes, cracks, dents and damp patches of all sizes. Some of the most common types of damaged drywall include:
Holes
Holes are usually caused by accidental forceful impact, like a door being slammed open or someone falling into the wall. Depending on what made the impact, you could be looking at anything from a small puncture to a worrying crater.
Removals
Removing anything attached to the wall, whether it be tile, wallpaper, or even objects like mirrors, can lead to pieces of drywall coming off.
Water Damage and Moisture
Usually caused by leaking pipes, water damage weakens the structural integrity of the drywall and can even be a health hazard. Even if there are no visible water patches, moisture in the walls or ceilings can lead to other problems like cracks and loosened joint tape.
Popping Nails
This happens most often when a nail is not securely attached to a joint or stud and pops through the drywall.
Dented Corner Bead
The corner bead is a piece of metal used to join two sheets of drywall at a corner. It can become dented with impact or regular wear and tear.
Furniture Scuffs
Careless furniture handling can lead to pencil-like marks at best and holes in the drywall at worst.
