Drywall Repair in Ann Arbor

It's not uncommon for homeowners to be unsure of what caused the issue that requires drywall repair. Ann Arbor houses can suffer all kinds of issues that lead to wall or ceiling damage. It's very clear what happened if you see the destruction occur from a sudden impact. But quite often, the source of the damage is not so obvious. Here are some of the most common causes of drywall damage that we are called to deal with in Ann Arbor, MI:

• Nail and screw holes
• Peeling, loose or bubbling joint tape
• Water damage caused by plumbing leaks or a leaky roof
• Popping drywall nails and cracks caused by the building settling and shifting
• Gouging or scratching by cats and dogs
• Pest infestations that expand or create holes
• Gouges from careless or inexperienced popcorn texture removal
• Slow deterioration from wear and tear over time

It makes sense that a missing panel of siding or a rotten window frame could cause heat loss and raise the energy charges on your utility bill, but sheetrock is inside your house, so how could it cause an issue? The problem is heat transfer. Thermal energy will always try to move from a warmer area to a colder area. That means during the warm summer months when your air conditioning system is working hard to cool your house, solar heat is trying to get in through any weak points. Heat transfer changes the temperature inside, and that means your air conditioner has to operate longer and more frequently to compensate. Since it's already relatively expensive to run your air conditioner, that additional effort can make a difference to the energy charges on your utility bill.

The effects of heat transfer are even more noticeable when you have drywall damage, such as holes and cracks, but there's another issue that increases your energy costs. Cracks and holes let cooled air from your air conditioning system get into the space in the interior of your walls, which gives your HVAC system far more air volume to cool and forces it to operate for longer to change the temperature inside your walls. Naturally, that's a big waste of money since there's no one inside the walls to enjoy it. Drywall repair in Ann Arbor can make a noticeable difference by reducing your energy usage so you don't have to pay so much for your energy costs.

If you're asking this question, you should probably not attempt drywall repair that involves patching a hole or installing an entire new panel of sheetrock. Drywall repair is one of those things that almost anyone can do, but most people can't do well. It really takes a lot of practice and a steady hand to achieve optimal results where the repair is completely invisible once complete—we've all seen the results of poorly done drywall repair in Ann Arbor, and it's just as unattractive or even worse than the original damage. It can also require a surprising amount of patience that many people just don't have, and we're often called to deal with a drywall repair project where the homeowner got part of the way through and realized it wasn't really how they wanted to spend their time.

That being said, there is one type of drywall repair that is simple and easy enough for even amateurs to handle, and that's covering thumbtack-sized holes or tiny hairline cracks. The trickiest part of this drywall repair is actually managing to match the paint color perfectly, but you don't have to worry so much about that if you have some paint leftover from when the room was originally painted. Basically, just smear drywall joint compound onto the hole with a putty knife and feather the edges so they blend in with the texture of the wall. Once it's dry, sand lightly so it's smooth and then paint over it with a matching paint.

Absolutely! Commercial properties can benefit from experienced, efficient drywall repair just as much as any residential property—and possibly even more so, as it's very important for a business to put its best foot forward. If you run a customer-facing business from your commercial building, you already know very well how important it is to keep your property looking great and functioning even better. Cosmetic issues like drywall damage can cause customers to judge your business harshly and even go elsewhere for their products or services. You can trust the commercial handyman experts at My Handyman of Ann Arbor, Saline and Chelsea for skilled, reliable drywall repair service in Ann Arbor.

Our service areas include:

• Ann Arbor
• Brighton
• Chelsea
• Clinton
• Dexter
• Grass Lake
• Gregory
• Manchester
• Milan
• Northville
• Pinckney
• Pittsfield Township
• Plymouth
• Saline
• South Lyon
• Stockbridge
• Tipton
• Whitmore Lake
• Willis
• Ypsilanti

If you've got unsightly drywall damage that needs to be addressed with experienced drywall repair, count on the excellent drywall contractors at My Handyman of Ann Arbor, Saline and Chelsea to get the job done efficiently, with appealing results.

Get in touch with us today to schedule a convenient time for a service appointment or to learn more about the wide range of handyman services we offer to enhance your residential or commercial property.