Expert Ceiling Repair Mckinney, TX

When it comes to ceiling repair, McKinney, TX homeowners should note that there are basically two categories of problems: big and small. Naturally, the process for repairing a spot of minor surface damage is going to be quite different from the steps required to deal with a major problem like a huge patch of drywall that has been softened and stained by water damage.

Here's how our team deals with those two types of issues.

Surface Damage

Small problems such as hairline cracks, dents, scuffs, torn facer paper, nail holes, screw holes, and other little blemishes can be handled fairly easily with a steady hand and plenty of patience. We'll cover the offending area with Spackle, then smooth it down as evenly as possible and let it dry completely. Then we'll sand it to a perfectly smooth finish, apply texture spray if necessary, and paint over it to conceal the repair.

Bigger Issues

For larger, more complex tasks such as ceiling hole repairs for issues like large ceiling cracks, water stains, softened patches, or outright holes caused by sudden impacts, it's necessary to patch the drywall damage rather than just covering the area with Spackle. If the damage appears to be water-related, that moisture must be coming from somewhere such as roof leaks or a leaky pipe. That's why, by the time we arrive for ceiling repair, McKinney, TX households often already have a gaping hole cut in the drywall by a plumber or roofer who was tracking down the source of the leakage.

The patching process involves cutting out the damaged area if it's not already gone and neatening up the edges of the hole. We'll then install a supporting plank or sheet of plywood across the hole and cut out a piece of drywall in the right size, then insert it into the hole and screw it to the support piece. Next, we'll tape around the edges of the patch and apply several coats of joint compound. Finally, we'll sand it smoothly and paint the entire surface so the repaired zone is invisible.