Quality Drywall Repair & Installation Contractor in Ponoka
Akin to both interior and exterior painting, installing drywall is very labour-intensive. A drywall contractor must possess skills rarely found in the construction business. Upon completion, any imperfections, no matter how insignificant they may be, often show. This is perhaps the greatest reason why homeowners should request a drywall quote from contractors with an enviable track record for quality, and expediency; contractors like our team at Berta Drywall Pros.
When you are looking for a reputable drywall contractor in Ponoka, Alberta, bear in mind that there are distinctly different tasks involved. Reputable drywall companies with years of experience, like we have, employ a drywall estimator who can assess the requirements and provide the homeowner with a drywall cost estimate that includes all facets of installation and finishing. As has been said many times over, “The best surprise is no surprise.” Drywall RepairDrywall, as tough as it is, can crack and break from overzealous children and time. Once the drywall has been damaged, the only solution is drywall repair. Drywall is tough, but not tough enough to withstand heavy impact.
However, fixing drywall is something that can be accomplished seamlessly. Once a professional has completed the drywall crack repair or drywall hole repair, we can blend the damaged areas seamlessly into the rest of the wall. Regardless of the damage, our team has a tried-and-true processes that we use. Holes, regardless of size, need patching and blending into the wall, and this is not as easy as it may sound. Professional drywall repair cost is not excessive, especially when you consider that when the job is completed, there is be no evidence. Both the drywall patch and the paint blend seamlessly, and you may never even know we were there. Drywall InstallationWhen you look at the walls in most homes, you get the impression that you are looking at a seamless flow of colour, interrupted by only the corners, doorways, and windows. If you did not know better, you might be excused for thinking the room was hewn out of a single block.
High-quality drywall installation requires the use of high-quality drywall tools. Knowing which tools to use, and using them with skill is something that a professional installer has perfected. Even what appears to be a rather simple installation requires the use of specialized cutting and measuring tools. Drywall sheets are not light. A typical sheet measuring 4 feet by 8 feet, and ½- inch in thickness, weighs close to 60 pounds (27 Kg). The drywall framing we do entails two very different jobs. The first task entails accurate cutting and shaping. Once this has been done, the prepared sheet must be put into place and fastened to studs. Installing drywall in a place that is hard to reach just makes the task more challenging, and often more dangerous. When done by our team, drywall installation cost includes lifts to ensure safety and methods to ensure dust and debris capture. There is not only the need for specialized tools, drywall installation is a job with a considerable learning curve. As a homeowner, you can save time and frustration by hiring our skilled and experienced professionals at Berta Drywall Pros. Drywall Mudding and TapingA sheet of drywall is made from pressed gypsum, bonded between paper on either side. The gypsum is quite fragile. The inner core of the board is held together more by the paper than by its inherent strength.
The sheet is held to the studding framework by drywall screws. Should the stud wall not be perfect, perhaps bowed or warped, the fasteners literally “eat” their way through the gypsum core. Proper installation of the drywall sheets cannot be over-emphasised, nor can correct drywall mudding and taping. Without the use of drywall mud and drywall tape, it is difficult, if not impossible, for an installer to create a smooth, seamless surface. Drywall sheets are manufactured to fit together along their edges. Regardless of how well the drywall is fitted and fastened to the studs, a small crack between sheets is inevitable. Fortunately, each drywall mudding and taping contractor on our team possesses the skills and tools to eliminate this potential problem. Once drywall boarding has been completed, the sheets are taped at the seams. The tape is then covered with a thin layer of drywall mud. Once this process has been completed, the seams are invisible and ready for sanding, texturing, and painting. Insulation ServicesAll materials used in the construction of a house or building have an R-Value, which is the resistance to heat flow. However, not all materials are the same, some are considerably better than others. Drywall has an R-Value of approximately 0.5 for its half-inch thickness. When you realize that a 4-inch-thick cavity wall has an R-Value of 15, you realize the shortcoming of drywall as an insulation material.
Although drywall does add marginally to the insulation of the building, it is not intended to act as insulation. Drywall is a perfect building material for interior walls and ceilings, but its purpose is not to insulate. It only makes a significant impact on heat and cold retention when it is coupled with drywall insulation. Roof insulation and blown-in insulation can help considerably to increase the R-Value of the home’s envelope by keeping warmed air inside and cold air outside. Not only is the home more comfortable, but the cost of energy to heat or cool the home is also noticeably less. Insulation also tends to muffle sound. This can be important if the home is located along a busy street, or you wish to isolate noise in one room only, such as a music room. Spray foam insulation cost is typically twice that of fiberglass or cellulose batts. However, with an R-Value of at least 7 per inch of insulation, it does not take long for the initial investment to pay dividends.
Basement insulation saves you money on heating your home, and the basement of your home remains dry and comfortable. Insulating the basement of homes in Canada is a smart move. Depending on exactly where you live and the price of natural gas, typical savings can easily amount to $350 per year. Basement RenovationsThe greatest majority of homes in Canada have basements, most of which are cold bare concrete, used to store winter gear in the summer, and summer gear in the winter. However, this space has plenty of potentials.
A basement renovation, when carried out by the team at Berta Drywall Pros, can be seen as another room. A well-planned and executed renovation of this space can quickly turn it into a useful, and popular spot, and a lot less costly than adding an addition. Just keep in mind that cost must factor in several things. If the house has a sump pump, which many homes do, it is well worth having both a battery backup for the primary pump and a second pump in the event all else fails. As well as the sump pump issue, with the temperatures in Alberta dropping to well below zero in winter, insulate pipes before they are boxed in. Basement renovation companies make the entire process painless for the homeowner. Once you have discussed your needs with the contractor, you can expect to receive a basement renovation quote that considers everything, including soundproofing, lighting, and plenty of space for enjoyment. Basement FinishingYou may see the basement of your home as little more than open joists, concrete walls, and concrete floors. The basement might not jump out and scream potential, but it provides a great deal of space that can be used for more than just storage. Well thought out and executed basement finishing can add considerably to the resale value of your home while at the same time provide space for family recreation and hobbies.
Although you want to request several basement refinishing quotes, the steps and stages are all very similar. It starts with the addition of spray foam insulation directly to the bare concrete walls. The cost to finish a basement includes the installation of insulation, wall framing, the installation of drywall over the studs, the installation of sub-flooring and finished flooring, and the installation of either a drop ceiling, which is a great way to cover piping or a space-conserving drywall ceiling. Once professional basement finishing contractors are finished transforming your concrete box into a fully functional space, the only thing left is deciding on a theme and how the new space is decorated. Ceiling RepairThere are several reasons why cracks appear in drywall ceilings and walls. It is normal for a house to settle. It may be a case of poor workmanship, or there may be a need for ceiling repair from water damage. Whatever the reason, ceiling repair is not something that should be put off.
Often the cause is quite evident, such as water stains showing on a textured ceiling. This may be the perfect time to consider popcorn ceiling removal. Popcorn ceilings were the “in thing” during the 1960s, but today they are seen as dust and dirt collectors. Like many things around a home, textured ceiling repair is a job best left to professionals. Berta Drywall Pros have done the job many times, they have skills and the right tools. When professionals undertake drywall ceiling repair they often use flexible compounds that go a long way to ensuring the ceiling crack does not reappear. Why Choose Us?For accurate estimates, excellent workmanship, and cost-effective repairs using advanced techniques, contact Berta Drywall Pros today.
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