Drywall Installation & Repair Services in Birmingham, AL
Drywall installation and repair form the backbone of any interior remodel. We hang, tape, mud, and sand drywall to create flawless wall surfaces that accept paint, tile, or trim with precision. Whether you're finishing a new room addition, repairing water damage, or preparing walls for your kitchen or bathroom remodel, we use 5/8-inch fire-rated drywall in basements and 1/2-inch standard board in living areas, ensuring code compliance and durability.
Our complete drywall process begins with framing inspection and layout, followed by hanging sheets with 1-5/8-inch drywall screws every 12-16 inches. We then apply three coats of joint compound using 4-inch, 8-inch, and 12-inch taping knives to achieve a seamless finish. Final sanding and inspection ensure walls are ready for paint or wallpaper within 7-10 business days from project start.
What Is Included
When you hire Barefoot Builders for drywall installation & repair, here is exactly what you get:
- Professional drywall hanging with precision layout and fastening
- Three-coat taping and mudding system for smooth surfaces
- Sanding and finishing to 240-grit smoothness
- Moisture-resistant greenboard installation in bathrooms and wet areas
- Fire-rated drywall installation in basements and code-required spaces
- Patch repair for water damage, nail pops, and cracks up to 24 inches
- Removal and disposal of old drywall debris
- Joint compound cleanup and wall preparation for paint
Signs You Need Drywall Installation & Repair
- Visible cracks or splits running across drywall surfaces
- Water stains or soft spots indicating moisture damage
- Nail pops causing bumps in otherwise smooth walls
- Sagging drywall near ceiling or wall corners
- Gaps between drywall sheets at seams or corners
- Mold or mildew growth on drywall in bathrooms or basements
- Impact damage from moving or accidents
- Settlement cracks wider than 1/4 inch that continue to expand
Our Drywall Installation & Repair Process
Inspection and Material Assessment
We evaluate your walls, measure square footage, and select appropriate drywall type (greenboard for wet areas, fire-rated for basements, standard for living spaces). This assessment takes 30-45 minutes and ensures accurate material ordering.
Hanging and Fastening
Our crew hangs drywall sheets using 1-5/8-inch drywall screws every 12-16 inches and tapers seams with paper tape. Most rooms complete hanging within one business day depending on square footage.
Taping, Mudding, and Sanding
We apply three coats of joint compound over 7-10 days, allowing proper drying time between coats. Each coat uses progressively wider knives (4-inch, 8-inch, 12-inch) to create invisible seams and a final 240-grit sanded surface.
Final Inspection and Prep
We inspect all seams, corners, and repairs under bright lighting, make touch-ups as needed, and vacuum all dust. Walls are then ready for primer and paint within 24 hours of final sanding.
Types of Drywall Installation & Repair We Handle
- Standard 1/2-inch drywall for interior walls and ceilings
- 5/8-inch fire-rated drywall for basements and code-required spaces
- Moisture-resistant greenboard for bathrooms and kitchen areas
- Soundproof acoustic drywall for home offices and media rooms
- Lightweight joint compound for easier sanding and finishing
- High-strength drywall for high-impact areas like hallways and garages
- Water-damaged drywall repair and replacement
Why Birmingham Homeowners Choose Barefoot Builders
We choose commercial-grade materials like USG and National Gypsum rather than builder-grade products, which means your drywall investment lasts longer and accepts finishes more cleanly. Our crew averages 12+ years of drywall experience and follows ASTM C1396 standards for fastening, taping, and mudding-ensuring code compliance and invisible seams. We provide detailed project timelines upfront and complete most residential jobs within 7-10 business days, allowing your remodel to stay on schedule.
