Our Denton handyman professionals have all the tools, knowledge and experience to flawlessly complete your requested drywall repairs. Denton, TX, homeowners who want a perfectly seamless result, can rely on our skilled and steady team. Many of our customers hire us to do the job because they know that we guarantee the quality of our results.
There are many different types of tools, equipment, and supplies needed for drywall repair. Denton, TX, service technicians already have these tools on hand, so you won’t have to go out and buy anything for a one-time project. Though the exact tools and products required vary according to the project, our Denton handyman team uses at least some of the following:
- Joint compound or drywall mud
- Spackle
- Drywall screws
- Joint tape or drywall tape
- Mesh tape
- Self-adhesive mesh patch
- Corner bead
- File
- Putty knife
- Utility knife
- Drywall saw
- Sanding block
- Ruler and pencil
- Dust mask
- Safety goggles
Step 1: Damage Assessment
Depending on the type of damage, our Denton drywall repair technicians need to use different supplies and tools. The extent of the damage will also determine how long the repair will take. We’ll take the time to thoroughly assess the damage first so that we can provide you with an accurate job estimate.
Of course, picture and dart holes don’t require much assessment, but if there’s water damage, we’ll need to make sure that the water issue is solved, and we can remove and patch the affected area without compromising the structural integrity of your walls, or sealing in wood rot.
Once the assessment is complete, we’ll discuss the project scope, price estimate, and answer any questions you may have to ensure that we’re on the same page.
Step 2: Drywall Repair
Denton, TX service technicians will follow best practices for the type of damage you have. While exact steps and methods will vary from person to person, you can expect your repair service to look something like this:
- Dart and nail holes: Using a small file or utility knife, we’ll carve away any excess drywall sticking out around the hole. Then, using a putty knife, we’ll spread a thin layer of spackle across the hole in drywall.
- Small holes: In addition to the steps above, for small holes, we’ll add a self-adhesive mesh patch over the hole before spackling. This gives the hole a little more structural support and limits the amount of spackle that will have to be used to fill the hole.
- Medium and large holes: For medium and large holes, more support than a mesh patch can provide is needed. Holes larger than those left behind by a doorknob will need to be repaired using an additional piece of drywall. Using a drywall saw, we’ll cut a square or rectangle around the damaged hole. Then we’ll create a drywall patch by cutting out a piece of drywall that is the same size. To hold the patch in place, we’ll use joint tape. A coat of compound or spackle will be applied on top.
- Cracks: Vertical cracks on drywall tend to occur in newer homes. As your Denton house settles, your drywall can shift. We recommend waiting until the cracking stops or even calling a foundation specialist to inspect it. Once your home appears to have fully settled and your foundation contractor confirms everything is ok, Mr. Handyman will be ready for your Denton drywall repair! Our experts will apply joint tape to strengthen the crack, followed by a layer of joint compound.
- Corner beading: The point at which two pieces of drywall meet at a 90-degree angle are strengthened with a metal strip called corner beading. This can be damaged by a settling house or by a forceful impact. To fix this, we’ll use a utility knife to remove the damaged corner beading. Using an adhesive, we’ll add a new piece of corner bead. Once adhered, we’ll cover it up with a fresh coat of mud.
- Water damage: The first step in repairing water damage on drywall is to ensure that the cause of the damage has been addressed and won’t occur again. Assuming the damaged area isn’t too big, our Denton handyman will repair this using the same method as we would use to repair medium and large holes.
Step 3: Finishing Touches
Depending on whether we use spackle or joint compound, drying times for your repair will vary. Joint compound takes about 24 hours to dry, while most spackle products are fully cured in as little as 30 minutes.
Once dry, we’ll use a fine-grit sanding block to gently smooth your wall’s surface. Getting a perfectly flat, flush surface is key to producing a result that looks like the damage never occurred in the first place.
Some customers in Denton prefer to end their service here, while others ask us to finish off the job by adding a fresh coat of paint to the area. If you have a spare paint color in your garage, we’ll be happy to use that. We also specialize in creating unique texture designs like crisscross patterns or orange peel.
Step 4: Clean Up
Denton drywall repair can be a messy business. We’ll always leave your home just as clean as we found it. To do this, we’ll sweep up any drywall dust, and pack up all of our tools and any garbage produced. When we enter your home in Denton, we’ll always put on disposable booties so that we leave your floors just as clean as we found them.
