Mad Skills Drywall, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true
"Great people to work with that do good work!"
Lee B on October 2024
Mad Skills Drywall, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true
"Great people to work with that do good work!"
Lee B on October 2024
Drywall Superiors has been in business since 1993. We are your local Drywall repair experts and we can help you with all of your drywall repair needs! Give us a call today! We can't wait to work with you!
"Excellent service and friendly workers. 10/10 would recommend to anyone."
Monique C on August 2024
Drywall Superiors has been in business since 1993. We are your local Drywall repair experts and we can help you with all of your drywall repair needs! Give us a call today! We can't wait to work with you!
"Excellent service and friendly workers. 10/10 would recommend to anyone."
Monique C on August 2024
Elite Contracting offers several services including home remodels, additions, decks, patios, porches, flooring, painting, drywall, roofs, etc.! Owner and operator, Mike Motto, takes great pride in his professionalism and the satisfaction of his customers. He has over 30 years of experience as well as an eye for detail and completes every job to perfection! For fast, reliable, and efficient service, give us a call today. You won't be disappointed!
"The team at Elite has provided exceptional service in completing the necessary work in both our bathroom and master bedroom. The guys were very professional and courteous, even suggesting ways to save us money. We were so pleased, that we contacted them again for additional work. Our second work request has been completed as well. The associate also provided very professional and courteous work. Again, making suggestions about the work that needed to be done to better our request and save money. I highly recommend this company and will continue to use them in the future."
James G on March 2023
Elite Contracting offers several services including home remodels, additions, decks, patios, porches, flooring, painting, drywall, roofs, etc.! Owner and operator, Mike Motto, takes great pride in his professionalism and the satisfaction of his customers. He has over 30 years of experience as well as an eye for detail and completes every job to perfection! For fast, reliable, and efficient service, give us a call today. You won't be disappointed!
"The team at Elite has provided exceptional service in completing the necessary work in both our bathroom and master bedroom. The guys were very professional and courteous, even suggesting ways to save us money. We were so pleased, that we contacted them again for additional work. Our second work request has been completed as well. The associate also provided very professional and courteous work. Again, making suggestions about the work that needed to be done to better our request and save money. I highly recommend this company and will continue to use them in the future."
James G on March 2023
PatchMaster Serving Cape Fear is the region's top rated drywall repair service provider. We handle any kind of damaged drywall or plaster repair, perform small-to-medium hang and finish jobs, as well as apply (AND REMOVE!) textured ceilings of any kind! Got a hole that needs to be patched or a seam that's cracked? We will make it disappear! PatchMaster Serving Cape Fear is a locally-owned and operated business, and as our numerous customers can tell you, we consistently show up on time, do outstanding work, and clean up after ourselves when the job is complete. Give us a call today for a free estimate!
"Chad was the BEST!!!! I had 20 holes that had to be repaired due to having to re-pipe my entire house from a plumbing leak. He put new drywall up, finished it and painted everything so there is not one visible sign that anything happened to the walls. He would be the Olympic Gold Winner if there was a category for this."
Judy B on January 2024
PatchMaster Serving Cape Fear is the region's top rated drywall repair service provider. We handle any kind of damaged drywall or plaster repair, perform small-to-medium hang and finish jobs, as well as apply (AND REMOVE!) textured ceilings of any kind! Got a hole that needs to be patched or a seam that's cracked? We will make it disappear! PatchMaster Serving Cape Fear is a locally-owned and operated business, and as our numerous customers can tell you, we consistently show up on time, do outstanding work, and clean up after ourselves when the job is complete. Give us a call today for a free estimate!
"Chad was the BEST!!!! I had 20 holes that had to be repaired due to having to re-pipe my entire house from a plumbing leak. He put new drywall up, finished it and painted everything so there is not one visible sign that anything happened to the walls. He would be the Olympic Gold Winner if there was a category for this."
Judy B on January 2024
Homeowners across North America have been calling on Handyman Connection for our professional craftsmanship and exemplary customer service since 1991. Each Handyman Connection franchise is locally owned and operated, backed by the company that helped launch the industry. Handyman Connection of Wilmington is locally owned and operated by Chris Sikes. Chris is a Veteran of the US Army, where he served proudly for 13 years. With more than 17 years in the home construction field, we are committed to excellent customer service alongside top quality workmanship. We take great pride in hiring, and as such, our craftsman are experts in their trades and are background checked for your security and peace of mind. We look forward to taking your repairs and remodeling dreams to reality and beyond. We believe that quality is in the name and trust is in the relationship at Handyman Connection of Wilmington.
"The work that was preformed was horrible. This was new construction home and which we thought we hired this company and come to find out they sub contracted the work out. This was a total Sheetrock job. A lot of our personal property was used and damaged, none of the work was complete on 2 separate occasions, the owner was very disrespectful when we called him out on it,etc. I can’t explain everything we went through to get this job done properly. We had to hire someone else to complete the work. Keep in mind we live over 3 hours away and 2 separate trips the work was supposed to be complete. I would not recommend and be careful signing their contract and giving them your direct account information!! They will try and withdraw the money without your knowledge and claim they made attempts to collect which is incorrect!!"
Jason N on January 2025
Homeowners across North America have been calling on Handyman Connection for our professional craftsmanship and exemplary customer service since 1991. Each Handyman Connection franchise is locally owned and operated, backed by the company that helped launch the industry. Handyman Connection of Wilmington is locally owned and operated by Chris Sikes. Chris is a Veteran of the US Army, where he served proudly for 13 years. With more than 17 years in the home construction field, we are committed to excellent customer service alongside top quality workmanship. We take great pride in hiring, and as such, our craftsman are experts in their trades and are background checked for your security and peace of mind. We look forward to taking your repairs and remodeling dreams to reality and beyond. We believe that quality is in the name and trust is in the relationship at Handyman Connection of Wilmington.
"The work that was preformed was horrible. This was new construction home and which we thought we hired this company and come to find out they sub contracted the work out. This was a total Sheetrock job. A lot of our personal property was used and damaged, none of the work was complete on 2 separate occasions, the owner was very disrespectful when we called him out on it,etc. I can’t explain everything we went through to get this job done properly. We had to hire someone else to complete the work. Keep in mind we live over 3 hours away and 2 separate trips the work was supposed to be complete. I would not recommend and be careful signing their contract and giving them your direct account information!! They will try and withdraw the money without your knowledge and claim they made attempts to collect which is incorrect!!"
Jason N on January 2025
The General Construction Company Specializes in Roofing and the entire Construction area Residential. The objectives of our company are simple, it is to emphasize competitiveness to complete the work in record time so that the client is satisfied and to strive to continue being among the top Roofing installers and renovation industry.
"It went very well & we are not done yet. I keep finding new projects for them to do."
Jonnie Kay C on July 2024
The General Construction Company Specializes in Roofing and the entire Construction area Residential. The objectives of our company are simple, it is to emphasize competitiveness to complete the work in record time so that the client is satisfied and to strive to continue being among the top Roofing installers and renovation industry.
"It went very well & we are not done yet. I keep finding new projects for them to do."
Jonnie Kay C on July 2024
Welcome to Baker Roofing Company. Since 1915, Baker Roofing has grown to become one of the Nation’s largest and most respected roofing contractors. We are the experts when it comes to residential roofing projects in Wilmington, North Carolina. Our reputation for quality work, responsiveness and competitive pricing has been the primary factor in our success. We are committed to client satisfaction so call us today! We offer professional building envelope services for residential, commercial and industrial customers.
"Chad came out, and we had a great conversation about our project. We were very excited to work with him, and he said it would be a week or so to get back to us with a quote. After 4 weeks, I combed my email for anything I might have missed. Neither of us had an email or a VM. I sent a follow-up email, but nothing. I called and left a VM, but nothing again. We got ghosted, and it hurts. Is it so hard to just email? 'Hey, thank you for the opportunity, but we have decided to pass on your project.'"
BLITHE H on April 2023
Welcome to Baker Roofing Company. Since 1915, Baker Roofing has grown to become one of the Nation’s largest and most respected roofing contractors. We are the experts when it comes to residential roofing projects in Wilmington, North Carolina. Our reputation for quality work, responsiveness and competitive pricing has been the primary factor in our success. We are committed to client satisfaction so call us today! We offer professional building envelope services for residential, commercial and industrial customers.
"Chad came out, and we had a great conversation about our project. We were very excited to work with him, and he said it would be a week or so to get back to us with a quote. After 4 weeks, I combed my email for anything I might have missed. Neither of us had an email or a VM. I sent a follow-up email, but nothing. I called and left a VM, but nothing again. We got ghosted, and it hurts. Is it so hard to just email? 'Hey, thank you for the opportunity, but we have decided to pass on your project.'"
BLITHE H on April 2023
Home Repair and Maintenance
Home Repair and Maintenance
5 man crew, we sub contract, We accept cash or check! We prefer a 3th up front, then half way to conplete then final payment at conpletion.
5 man crew, we sub contract, We accept cash or check! We prefer a 3th up front, then half way to conplete then final payment at conpletion.
ADVANCED PAINTING - Interior and Exterior by the Square Foot -Free estimates (meet and greet - take a look) -Skills Tools Ladders Clean and Punctual -Sherwin Williams (SW) contractors account -Venmo Zelle Cash or Check -Interior and Exterior Painter with over 20 years of experience. -Veteran (USMC and USCG) - Brush and Roll - Spray and Back Roll - Prep Prime and Paint. Estimates EXTERIOR $2 @sq ft -clean/ wash and scrape/clean paintable surfaces -Caulk seams and minor repairs with Bondo or replace old wood -Prime with Sherwin Williams (SW) Pro Block primer all paintable surfaces (80% color) -Paint with SW Super Paint and back roll (flat, satin, semigloss, gloss sheens) - Paint with SW A100, Super Paint, Duration, Emerald Latex Paints -Decks, Porches, Fences, Sheds, Barns, stripping, sanding, staining Minwax products, sealing INTERIOR $3 @ sq ft - Clean and scrape/sand paintable surfaces - Caulk seams and minor repairs (drywall and trim) - Prime with SW Pro Block primer all paintable surfaces (80% color) - Paint with SW ProMar 200, Super Paint, Duration Latex Paints -Walls, Doors, Ceilings, Window Trim, Baseboards -Handyman services; vinyl planking flooring, tiling, finish carpentry, drywall repairs - Please feel free to call me for more details about your job needed and an estimated price. $40 @ hour. $300 daily rate
ADVANCED PAINTING - Interior and Exterior by the Square Foot -Free estimates (meet and greet - take a look) -Skills Tools Ladders Clean and Punctual -Sherwin Williams (SW) contractors account -Venmo Zelle Cash or Check -Interior and Exterior Painter with over 20 years of experience. -Veteran (USMC and USCG) - Brush and Roll - Spray and Back Roll - Prep Prime and Paint. Estimates EXTERIOR $2 @sq ft -clean/ wash and scrape/clean paintable surfaces -Caulk seams and minor repairs with Bondo or replace old wood -Prime with Sherwin Williams (SW) Pro Block primer all paintable surfaces (80% color) -Paint with SW Super Paint and back roll (flat, satin, semigloss, gloss sheens) - Paint with SW A100, Super Paint, Duration, Emerald Latex Paints -Decks, Porches, Fences, Sheds, Barns, stripping, sanding, staining Minwax products, sealing INTERIOR $3 @ sq ft - Clean and scrape/sand paintable surfaces - Caulk seams and minor repairs (drywall and trim) - Prime with SW Pro Block primer all paintable surfaces (80% color) - Paint with SW ProMar 200, Super Paint, Duration Latex Paints -Walls, Doors, Ceilings, Window Trim, Baseboards -Handyman services; vinyl planking flooring, tiling, finish carpentry, drywall repairs - Please feel free to call me for more details about your job needed and an estimated price. $40 @ hour. $300 daily rate
While it might be tempting to tackle drywall installation yourself, it's a challenging job best left to the pros. Drywall panels are heavy—each one weighs between 50 and 70 pounds—and handling them safely usually requires at least two people. Professional installers have the experience and equipment to align and secure the panels properly, ensuring a smooth, long-lasting finish that meets all code requirements.
Drywall and plaster are two different materials used for walls and ceilings, each with its own advantages. Drywall consists of manufactured panels that can be installed quickly and offer good insulation. It's generally more cost-effective and is great for straight walls and ceilings.
Plaster is applied in layers over a supportive framework called lath. While it requires more labor, plaster provides a unique, smooth finish that's ideal for curved surfaces and decorative details. Your choice between drywall and plaster will depend on your desired look, durability needs, and budget.
Lightweight drywall panels are about 25% lighter than standard ones, making them easier to handle during installation. This can be helpful if you're doing a DIY project or working in tight spaces. However, they might not offer the same level of durability, fire resistance, or soundproofing as regular drywall. If you're looking for superior protection and a finish that lasts, standard drywall may be the better option for your walls and ceilings.
Professionally installed drywall lasts between 40 and 60 years. Drywall longevity depends on installation quality, maintenance practices, and environmental conditions. High-quality work combined with proper care ensures that drywall performs reliably for decades. Factors such as moisture, fire exposure, and physical damage can affect its lifespan, so regular inspections and timely repairs are essential for extending durability.
You don't need a permit to replace drywall if you're just swapping out old panels without making any structural changes. If you're keeping the wall positions the same and not moving any electrical or plumbing, you can go ahead without a permit. However, if your project involves adding or removing walls or altering the home's infrastructure, you'll likely need to get a permit, which can add $50 to $150 to your costs. It's always a good idea to check with your local building department to make sure you're following the rules.