Preparing for drywall work: the short version
Preparing for drywall work takes less effort than most homeowners expect. We handle the work-zone prep. You handle the personal stuff. Here is the split.
Your part
Move small valuables. Breakables, electronics, the irreplaceable stuff. Out of the work area.
Clear the walls. Pictures and shelves in the work zone come down.
Plan around noise. Sanding is loud. Plan calls and naps accordingly.
Pets. Keep them out of the work zone. The plastic and noise stress them.
Our part
Move big furniture. We move it. We cover it. We put it back.
Seal the zone. Plastic barriers. Floors covered. Vents sealed.
Daily cleanup. We leave the site tidy every night. Not just at the end.
The one thing people forget
Paint color. Decide before we finish. Repairs are paint-ready when we leave. Having paint on hand keeps the project moving.
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