Drywall Contractor Services
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What is Drywall and Why is it Important?
Drywall is basically a gypsum board. It is made of calcium sulphate dehydrate and is used in interior wall construction and in the installation and repair of ceiling boards. For the board to be useful, it must be used with other additives such as fibre, a foaming agent or a plasticizer. These additives help reduce mildew, increase the water absorption rate, and burn time.
4 Reasons to Contract Professionals
There are several reasons why you should have gypsum board installed in your residential property. However, keep in mind that a less than reputable contractor who uses the wrong board, instead of the one that best suites the needs for your house can cause long term issues. A qualified contractor should be able to determine the needs of your home and advise accordingly. So why should you have drywall installed?
1. It's Easier and Cheaper When compared to other building techniques in the market, the use of drywall is more effective. It reduces the renovation time by more than 70% and eliminates the need to apply three coats of plaster and other fancy finishes. 2. It Reduces Your Energy Bills by 40% The main advantage of using drywall for commercial property owners is that it reduces the energy bill by more than 40%. This is because it has excellent insulation properties that reduce excessive heat during summer and reduce heat loss during winter. As a result, the AC and heating will be used less, resulting in significant energy savings. 3. Fire Resistant Unlike wood, which facilitates the spread of fire, drywall slows its spread. Depending on the drywall material installed, expect a fire rating of 30 -70 minutes. This means that if a fire breaks out in a residential or commercial property, you will have 30 -70 minutes to put it out before it burns the house down. The type of insulation used can also assist in making your property more fire resistant. 4. Easy to Customize Owners of residential properties that use three coats of plaster find it challenging to customize their house. The freedom of expression for custom architectural designs is very easily supported by using gypsum board as the primary wall finish. Drywall is also great for putting the finishing touches on. |
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Our Services
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Residential Drywall Services
We have a set of standards that our company adheres to. These are:
We offer the following residential services:
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Termite Solutions
Termites are a dangerous nuisance, especially if they infest a wooden house. If they infest a home and the owner does not call a reputable pest control company, they can affect the structural integrity of the property. As an added value our technicians are trained to identify signs of termites. The benefit of repair services is that it allows us the opportunity to perform spot inspections while performing the work. If we notice anything as cause for concern while performing the work we will surely notify the home owner of our findings.
Termites can also cause the following problems:
If you do not know where to get a reputable pest control company. Give us a call and we will help you out. Once the termite problem has been dealt with, we will then inspect the damage done and advise accordingly. In some cases, we might replace the entire section while in others, we might just fix a small area. Our top priority is not only making sure it looks great once the work is complete, but also a safe and healthy home.
Termites can also cause the following problems:
- Unsightly holes in your walls
- Peeling the paint off
- A hollow sound may be produced when you knock at your wall
If you do not know where to get a reputable pest control company. Give us a call and we will help you out. Once the termite problem has been dealt with, we will then inspect the damage done and advise accordingly. In some cases, we might replace the entire section while in others, we might just fix a small area. Our top priority is not only making sure it looks great once the work is complete, but also a safe and healthy home.
Commercial Drywall Services
Victoria Drywall KJR offers the following services to the businesses of Victoria, BC. These are:
Steel Framing Services
Internal steel framing is the use of steel structures to create aesthetically appealing walls. The main advantage of steel frames is that they can take any shape or design. In fact, heavy steel frames made it possible to build skyscrapers. They are preferred for use in commercial buildings because of their affordability and structural strength.
Internal steel framing is the use of steel structures to create aesthetically appealing walls. The main advantage of steel frames is that they can take any shape or design. In fact, heavy steel frames made it possible to build skyscrapers. They are preferred for use in commercial buildings because of their affordability and structural strength.
Commercial Ceiling Services
We supply and install a wide range of commercial ceilings for malls, hospitals, schools, and office blocks. Some of the roofs that we install include:
We supply and install a wide range of commercial ceilings for malls, hospitals, schools, and office blocks. Some of the roofs that we install include:
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Suspended Ceilings
These are the most preferred ceilings in commercial properties because of its affordability. It is characterized by a metal grid that suspends from the roof and is filled with ceiling tiles. There are different types of ceiling tiles to choose from. You can install one for acoustic purposes or for insulation purposes. Exposed Ceilings
These are mostly preferred by commercial property owners who are on a budget. As the name suggests, exposed ceilings are ceilings whose mechanical components are left exposed to save money. The main downfall to this kind of roof is that it does not filter out unwanted noise. It is also less aesthetically pleasing than alternate solutions. It all depends on your final desired look. |
Taping and Finishing
Taping is the process in which a handyman applies tape over the joints of installed gypsum boards. The taped seams are then covered with a drywall compound, and sanding ensures the board has smooth edges. This process is also commonly referred to as mudding.
When the process is done by a skilled expert, the wall should be perfectly smooth, and all joints invisible to the naked eye. However, this kind of finish is almost impossible to get if you are not trained in installing drywall. From experience, DIY projects only make it costlier for the property owner as they call the experts when it is too late. Reaching out after the fact costs more time and money on the project budget.
When the process is done by a skilled expert, the wall should be perfectly smooth, and all joints invisible to the naked eye. However, this kind of finish is almost impossible to get if you are not trained in installing drywall. From experience, DIY projects only make it costlier for the property owner as they call the experts when it is too late. Reaching out after the fact costs more time and money on the project budget.
3 Types of Tape Used in Commercial and Residential Projects
Though the primary purpose of a gypsum tape is to cover seams, different types have different uses. For example, tapes used for commercial purposes will differ when compared with those used for residential tapes. The following are the different types of tapes used:
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Paper Tape
This is the most common type of tape found in most retail shops and is around 75 feet long. It is preferred for residential use because it is easy to fold and apply on corners. Most professional drywall companies prefer this tape because it is inexpensive and efficient. Fibreglass Tape Fiberglass drywall tape is thinner than paper tape, and it is preferred because it does not leave bulges after installation. It does not require mud to be put on the wall because it will stick by itself. Despite these advantages, it is slightly more expensive than paper tape. Metal Tape A metal tape can be used in a commercial setting because it is durable and stronger than paper tape. However, the tape is not designed for use along walls but for use in corners. It cannot be torn by hand, and if used in a residential setting, it should be used in high risk fire areas because it is significantly more fire resistant. |
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