Trades

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drywall / sheetrock

Same thing. Sheetrock is a brand that became the generic term.

taping and finishing

The joints and coats after boards are hung. Where the quality shows.

levels of finish

Level 4 is standard residential, Level 5 is a full skim — needed for glossy paint or raking light.

texture

Knockdown, orange peel, smooth. Matching existing texture is the hard part of a repair.

nail pop

Fasteners pushing through as framing dries and moves. Cosmetic, and normal in newer homes.

corner bead

The metal or plastic edge on outside corners. Dents easily and needs replacing rather than filling.

green board / purple board

Moisture-resistant boards for bathrooms and wet areas.

Type X

Fire-rated board. Required in garages and between units — not a place to substitute.

The calls it handles

34%
Hole or damage repair
Small jobs. Volume work, quick to schedule.
24%
Water damage repair
Follows a leak. Must confirm the leak is fixed first.
18%
Ceiling work
Popcorn removal, cracks, sagging. Sagging is a safety matter.
16%
Full room or basement finish
Higher ticket, longer schedule.
5%
Texture matching
Skilled work, often after another trade.
3%
Sales and supplier calls
Not a customer.

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