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Transform Your Space with Drywall Magic!

Looking to give your home a fresh look? Drywall is the secret weapon you need! Whether you want to remodel your living room, create an accent wall, or add partitions to maximize space, drywall is the versatile solution you've been searching for. Its smooth finish provides a canvas for your creativity, allowing you to paint, wallpaper, or texture it to match your style. Say goodbye to dated walls and hello to a modern, polished interior!

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Unleash the Power of Colors with Our Painting Services!

Colors have the remarkable ability to uplift moods and breathe life into any space. Let our professional painters be your artistic partners in creating a stunning and inviting atmosphere in your home or business.

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Water damage destroys not only the floors but often the walls on your property. We always found ourselves groping in the dark on what to do next. With a quick action plan, we can minimize loss by getting to know how to handle wet dry walls – or calling in a restoration company in Naples immediately. Essentially, we can prevent this from happening to avoid additional damages to our property or homes.

COMMON CAUSES OF WATER DAMAGE

Leaking Roof

Gutters are clogged

Damaged or Faulty Windows

Broken or Leaking Pipes

Condensation

Leaking Roof

Leaky or damaged roofs can allow water to get inside your home. Typically leaky roofs are hard to detect since most start with loose shingles and through overtime causing the material to be exposed which caused a leak.

Gutters are clogged

A clogged gutter should never be taken for granted nor overlooked. This happens when gutters get clogged by water it will spill over to its sides and slowly seep through roof leaks, damaged siding, or a damaged foundation. Regular roof cleaning is important to ensure your gutters are free from leaves, scraps, and debris.

Damaged or Faulty Windows

When strong winds batter your home, always check your windows from the inside for possible leaks. Possibly, its structural integrity is degraded or has a faulty installation for newly installed windows.

Upgrading your windows would offer a lot of benefits, including improved energy efficiency.

Broken or Leaking Pipes

Leaking or broken pipes is one of the most common causes of water damage to a home. When pipes leak in a loft or under your floorboards you may not notice it at first until it becomes widespread that you got dampness and molds all over your walls.

You may know you have leaking pipes if your water is discolored (brown or yellowish), low water pressure, or your water bills spiked beyond normal. Have a regular inspection of exposed pipes in your home to avoid water damage from occurring.

Condensation

Condensation is another most common cause of water damage to homes or even business offices. Several instances may happen to your A/C units such as a clogged drain, dirty evaporator coil, or a cracked drain pan that can lead to water damage to your home. Over a long time, condensation will spread to walls, ceilings, and floors around the house.

DRYWALL WATER DAMAGE PREVENTION TIPS

Water damage is a pain in the neck if you don’t deal with it quickly. On the brighter side, if the damage is not too extensive, it can still be repaired easily and less costly. Here some common ways you can prevent water damage from ruining your drywall.

First is painting over it. When the water has damaged the drywall and the surface has been just discolored but not broken or bubbled, it can still be fixed. Simply paint the stain to remedy the damage. However, first, let the wall dry out for a few days to let the stain fade away. Once it faded you can paint over it.

Secondly, water damages on ceilings can be dealt with by removing the water on drywalls. In removing the water on the drywall you can use a sharp object and sticking it to the drywall. In this way, the water will pour out itself over the drywall.

It is important to remove the water because the longer it stays in the drywall, the more the damage will spread. The cost of the repair will triple up if the extent of the damages is widespread. It is recommended to call in the professionals for they have the equipment, tools, and experience in handling drywall water damages.

There are many ways water damage can cause havoc to a home. Even with the best precautions, it would still be hard to safeguard by preemptively preventing it in the first place. If you are not certain- better be safe than sorry and have your home checked out. Call on Smith Plastering to act quickly so that they can restore your property or home to its normal condition.

NAPLES, FL DRYWALL REPAIR COMPANY

When it comes to drywall expertise Smith Plastering has the years of experience, the right equipment and tools, and a professional team of technicians to provide high-quality service with satisfaction guaranteed in drywall finishes.

Smith Plastering Inc., since 1997, is a locally managed and family-owned operated business specializing in exterior and interior finishes for residences and businesses around Naples or in Collier and Lee counties.

We can provide drywall repair and restoration services caused by water damages to your property or home. Our team of technicians can finish the job on time with satisfaction guaranteed.

Call Smith Plastering at (239) 594-7537 today to request drywall repair services in Naples, FL and surrounding areas.

Smith Plastering also specializes in exterior and interior finishes:

Stucco

Drywall

Painting

Metal framing

Why choose Smith Plastering:

Customer Oriented

20 years of experience

Satisfaction Guaranteed

Can take any projects of any size-big or small

Get to know and learn more about us at smithplastering.com.

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Molds thrive on different types of materials including wood, cement, and even metals. What’s the worst part is that they love drywalls, and possibly most part of your house is made of drywalls! Drywall is found in the living rooms, bedrooms, kitchens, bathrooms, and even on home-based offices of every home.

Smith Plastering, your Naples Drywall installation company, shares some tips on how to handle and remove molds on your drywall surfaces. Smith Plastering, since 1997, is a family-owned and operated business specializing in exterior and interior drywall finishes of residences and commercial buildings in Southwest Florida. Below some considerations every homeowner should know about mold removal on drywalls to prevent mold damage to your property.

HOW MOLD GROWS ON DRYWALL

Molds can grow on several types of surfaces depending on the surface moisture. Drywalls, also known as plasterboards, or wallboards are made from wood, and they the perfect source of nutrition for molds to grow. Molds are tiny living organisms that also in need of food and water to survive. They thrive on the fiber particles of drywalls for its nutrition and spreads out to other sources of food for its needs.

What’s worse, if the molds reach your HVAC system where its spores will quickly spread out and can go airborne. Thankfully, this problem is manageable, however, you should be careful in handling the molds to avoid complications and further damage to your property.

WHY MOLD IS DANGEROUS ON DRYWALL

There are several reasons why molds are considered high risks and hazardous for your home:

Reason No. 1: Molds can cause allergic reactions.

Mold spores can cause allergic reactions when you inhaled, touch your skin, or penetrate your eyes. Once mold spores come in contact with a person, the body may react defensively by producing antibodies or expelling foreign substances through coughing, sneezing, wheezing, runny nose, or watery eyes.

Reason No. 2: Molds can spread easily.

Since drywall has smooth surface molds can easily spread out. It can thrive on drywall surfaces by multiplying itself exponentially, as long as there is nutrition for its growth. Mold spores are dangerous since they can become airborne and spread all over the house including the HVAC system, crawlspaces, and even on furniture.

Reason No. 3: Molds can damage house structures.

Molds behind walls can cause damages to the structural foundations of your house. Molds on walls unnoticed for a long time can rot the insides of drywalls, which eventually can collapse your house’s structures and foundations. Additionally, molds can make your walls aesthetically unpleasant and unsightly as they kept on feeding on the drywalls through rotting.

Reason No. 4: Molds can drain your house maintenance budget

Molds thriving behind walls are costly and time-consuming. As molds eat up the wood and drywall through rotting, this can be costly since you would be required to repair and keep re-painting the walls, draining your home budget and wasting much of your precious time on the unnecessary project.  

Reason No. 5: Molds can devalue your home selling property

If you are planning to sell your house, molds growing at the back of your walls can decrease your house value. Any buyer who discovers your walls with molds will definitely turn off to buy your property. Or possibly, if they do found out they would use it as a reason to lower the price as a bargaining power since you are selling a half-baked property.

HOW TO REMOVE MOLD FROM DRYWALL

Here are some steps you can do to remove molds from your walls:

Step 1: Manage and control mold spores from spreading out by using plastic sheets during the cleaning process

Step 2: Distinctly mark the areas affected by molds.

Step 3: Cut out the affected areas on your drywall using a utility knife. Just make sure you cut out two of the wooden beams behind the drywall.

Step 4: Remove the affected drywall section- mold-side up.

Step 5: Use a HEPA vacuum to clean and remove mold spores.

Step 6: Replace the drywall. If you still have a budget paint the backside of the new section of the drywall as well.

WHO TO CONTACT FOR DRYWALL REPAIR IN NAPLES, FLORIDA?

If you think that your walls have molds growing in your wall cavities. It is best to consult with mold professionals and drywall experts whom you can trust and rely on your mold-infested walls. Don’t let the molds destroy your walls and your property to rot. Thankfully, our Smith Plastering of Naples can help to manage this situation for you.

We at Smith Plastering, Southwestern Florida’s First Choice Contractor for Quality in Stucco and Drywall Finishes, has established years of professional relationships with the majority of the premier builders in Collier and Lee counties. We have a strong reputation when it comes to superior quality and exceptional customer service.

Why Choose Smith Plastering

Customer Oriented

Years of Experience

Timely Delivery

Can Handle Big or Small Projects

100% Satisfaction Guaranteed

Drywall Contractor Naples has several services to offer:

Stucco Finishes

Drywall Finishes

Metal Framing

Painting Services

Smith Plastering provides excellent drywall, stucco, painting, and metal framing services in Naples, Florida, and its surrounding areas. Call Smith Plastering at 239-594-7537 for your home improvement needs!

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It would be difficult to find a home that a quality paint job couldn’t enhance. But all paint works need routine upkeep, not to mention good prepping before the painting even starts, to keep them looking fresh for a long time. A relatively new home may experience paint difficulties, but older homes that are more susceptible to these issues. Everything has a shelf life, therefore the paint in a more aged home will eventually need to be replaced.

Some decorative problems, such as peeling paint or cracked plaster, might be difficult to solve, especially if you’re in the middle of a significant DIY undertaking. We have listed the most frequent paint issues and how to remedy them so you can spruce up your house like a pro. Make careful you read them before picking up a paintbrush if you’re about to do so.

1. Chalking

Loose-based powder known as “chalking” develops on painted walls. This prevalent paint issue is caused by low-quality paints that contain a lot of pigment extenders. The age, color, or method of painting are additional important considerations. Some colors that are highly tinted or extremely bright might rapidly turn chalky. Another issue that could arise is excessively thinned paint.

SOLUTION:

Scraping will get rid of the stray paint. Repaint damaged areas and fill in bare patches. Apply premium paints according to the advised spreading and thinning rates. It is best to use the highest-quality paint you can when employing vivid colors. Watch out for your paint job.

2. Blistering

This is blistering if you see bubbles emerging from the wall paint’s underlying layer. The moisture that is pulled away from the surface where the paint is applied results in blisters. It can be brought on by painting during periods of excessive humidity, painting a damp surface, or repainting too soon. The likelihood of blisters is further increased by inadequate surface preparation.

SOLUTION:

Avoid painting in conditions of high dew point or high humidity. Before applying paint, make sure the surface is dry and free of moisture. Prior to reapplying the paint, give the surface enough time to cure. Moisture becomes an issue if the blisters penetrate the skin’s surface. It is highly advised in this situation to install vents and exhaust fans in the affected areas. Your best chance of success—and perhaps the difference between success and failure—lies in selecting the appropriate primer undercoat for the type of surface to be painted.

3. Mould/Mildew

A fungus called mold/mildew is recognized by the surface growth of patches that are black, grey, brown, and green in color. In places with a lot of moisture, poor ventilation, and little sunlight, mold, and mildew like to thrive. Lack of/inadequate microbial shield in low-quality paint (which prevents mold and mildew) increases the likelihood of growth.

SOLUTION:

To eliminate mold spores, scrub the afflicted area with household white vinegar. Put a layer of stain-repellent primer on. To ensure proper ventilation, stay away from using cheap acrylic or oil-based alkyd paint and install exhaust fans in high-moisture regions.

4. Cracking/Crazing

A dried paint film separating through at least one coat is what defines cracking. It’s also possible that the first coat wasn’t totally dry when the second coat was applied.

SOLUTION:

Before repainting with high-quality paint at the prescribed spreading rate, sand the damaged area with fine-mesh sandpaper and apply the proper primer layer.

5. Yellowing

Yellowing can be caused by the oxidation of alkyd or oil-based paint or varnish, heat from household items like stoves and heaters, or a lack of light in the area.

SOLUTION:

Although low-sunlight locations tend to be yellow, it is recommended to steer clear of using alkyd or oil-based paint there. Acrylic paints work best under the aforementioned circumstances.

6. Peeling

The very typical paint issue known as peeling is characterized by the separation of an outer paint layer from an earlier paint layer. Lack of adhesion between a coating and a substrate, excessive wetness, or painting a dirty or dusty wall directly can all contribute to this problem.

SOLUTION:

Sand the impacted parts to make them smooth after scraping off the flaking paint. Apply a quality undercoat or sealer. Use only premium paint when you repaint.

7. Shriveling or Wrinkling

When the paint is applied too liberally or a second coat is placed before the previous one has had time to cure completely, the painted surface develops a skin that looks wrinkled or shriveled. Uncured paint exposed to moisture from rain, dew, and excessive humidity may also shrivel or wrinkle.

SOLUTION:

The base coat of a paint job needs to dry completely before the final coat is applied, which takes time. If you’re painting in hot, cool, or moist weather, give the drying process more time. Additionally, paint needs to be applied uniformly. For spreading rate and environmental circumstances, go per the manufacturer’s guidelines.

These common paint issues are caused by either a lack of diligence on the part of the individual who completed the work or a lack of familiarity with the paint supplies. After a while, repainting maintenance is frequently anticipated. Avoidance is preferable to cure.

Trust Smith Plastering with Your Next Painting Projects

All paints contain a variety of chemicals that will deteriorate over time. Therefore, it is normal for restoration or repainting to become necessary after a while. If you experience any of these paint issues too frequently, you should be concerned.

Prevent these common painting issues by hiring seasoned and reputable painters to finish the job! Hire our skilled painters so they can successfully complete a variety of commercial and residential painting projects.

To learn more about painting services, contact Smith Plastering at 239-594-7537, or message us online today!

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Using light gauge metal framing to build out your interior wall system has many benefits:    ● Light gauge metal framing is corrosion-resistant    ● Light gauge metal framing is fire-resistant    ● Light gauge metal framing is termite-proof and not susceptible to mold    ● A greener alternative If you find these beneficial for you and wish to have Metal Frames installed, you can contact 🌐 Smith Plastering, Inc. We are a metal framing company in 📍 Naples or in 📍 Collier and 📍 Lee counties. Call us at ☎ 239-594-7537 today for a FREE quote on your upcoming project. 📌 https://www.smithplastering.com/metal-framing-naples-marco-island-bonita-springs-fort-myers/

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Most people are used to seeing drywall in buildings and construction. It is one of the most common building materials on the planet and is used in almost all modern construction projects. Here are some of the best reasons why you should use drywall instead of other materials.     ● Appearance     ● Energy Efficient     ● Fire Resistant     ● Cost-Efficient So, if you are looking for a drywall company in 📍 Naples or in 📍 Collier and 📍 Lee counties, 🌐 Smith Plastering is the right company for you! Call us at ☎ 239-594-7537. 📌 https://www.smithplastering.com/dry-wall-naples-marco-island-bonita-springs-fort-myers/

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Signs of Water-Damaged Stucco Here are some signs that your stucco may have been damaged by hurricane, whether you just noticed it now or weren’t able to fix it right away:     ● Water stains on your interior and exterior doors     ● Tear-like stains near the windows, and other joints     ● Cracks, especially around doors, windows, and fixtures like outdoor lights     ● Higher home humidity     ● Mold growth     ● Dark Spots or discolored patchesStucco damaged by water can deteriorate quickly, so it’s important to schedule repairs as soon as you notice a problem. For your stucco service needs in 📍 Naples, FL, call 🌐 Smith Plastering Inc. at ☎ 239-594-7537. 📌 https://www.smithplastering.com/stucco-naples-marco-island-bonita-springs-fort-myers/

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Molds thrive on different types of materials including wood, cement, and even metals. What’s the worst part is that they love drywalls, and possibly most part of your house is made of drywalls! Drywall is found in the living rooms, bedrooms, kitchens, bathrooms, and even on home-based offices of every home 🏠. 🌐 Smith Plastering provides excellent drywall, stucco, painting, and metal framing services in 📍 Naples, Florida, and its surrounding areas. Call 🌐 Smith Plastering at 📞239-594-7537 for your 🏠 home improvement needs! 📌 https://www.smithplastering.com/how-to-remove-mold-on-drywall-surfaces/

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HOW TO REMOVE MOLD FROM DRYWALL? Here are some steps you can do to remove molds from your walls: Step 1: Manage and control mold spores from spreading out by using plastic sheets during the cleaning process Step 2: Distinctly mark the areas affected by molds. Step 3: Cut out the affected areas on your drywall using a utility knife. Just make sure you cut out two of the wooden beams behind the drywall. Step 4: Remove the affected drywall section- mold-side up. Step 5: Use a HEPA vacuum to clean and remove mold spores. Step 6: Replace the drywall. If you still have a budget paint the backside of the new section of the drywall as well. In need of drywall services? Contact Smith Plastering! 🌐 Smith Plastering provides excellent drywall, stucco, painting, and metal framing services in 📍 Naples, Florida, and its surrounding areas. Call 🌐 Smith Plastering at 📞239-594-7537 for your 🏠 home improvement needs!

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