Serving Newark, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1986
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They were able to give me a reasonable quote and is very professional. Love how my ceiling came out. Thank you"
+10
Serving Newark, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2009
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They did an excellent and clean job. The price is awesooome!!! I started by doing the ceiling and ended up remodeling other places in my home. I gave the contact information to my office maintenance manager and he was delighted with the work they did on the ceiling at my job."
+23
Serving Newark, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
Credit card accepted
"The ceiling looks good. It would be great to show a before and after. I’m pleased with the finished work."
+185
Serving Newark, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2001
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"He took extra care to keep my home clean while working on several indoor repairs. He mounted my family room tv, reversed the laundry room door, and installed ceiling lights. I look forward to working with him on the remaining items I need repaired."
+1
Serving Newark, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1998
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"We have had Cesar for many projects over the last 10 years. Bathrooms, bedrooms , roof, deck, shingle replacement, interior and exterior painting. I wouldn't use anyone else for my major and minor home repair."
+168
Serving Newark, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The owner of the company is honest and very talented. He showed up when he said he would and worked efficiently. I would absolutely use their services again!"
Serving Newark, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Mike did a fantastic job! I initially reached out to him to paint an apartment and wound up having him also replace a kitchen and renovate a bathroom. Both results exceeded my expectations! Great attention to detail."
+9
Serving Newark, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They are very meticulous about their work which I appreciated."
+14
Serving Newark, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Manufacturer completed the fault in the problem. Did not need to hire."
Serving Newark, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Very responsive company who did great work."
+2
A drop ceiling is a type of secondary ceiling that is dropped down below the actual ceiling of a room, hence the name. It’s made up of ceiling tiles (made of fiberboard, foam, wood, metal, or plastic) supported by a metal grid. The space between the drop ceiling and the structural ceiling can be used to hide wiring, pipes, and HVAC ducts.
Most drop ceiling installations take about two to three days, including the time needed to build the grid frame, install it, and place each ceiling tile properly. Your installation might take more time if you need to modify plumbing, HVAC ducts, or electrical wiring to accommodate the new ceiling.
Most drop ceilings require a clearance of at least three inches from the structural ceiling, though you’ll likely need more than that to make space for pipes, ducts, lights, fans, sprinklers, or wiring. In many places, building codes require a minimum ceiling height of seven feet, which can limit the amount of clearance you’ll have between your drop ceiling and structural ceiling.
Yes, you can paint a drop ceiling, but it’s not always recommended. Painting a drop ceiling can sometimes void your warranty because using improper paint or technique can cause the tiles to sag. Paint can also negatively affect the fire resistance, soundproofing, and light reflection of the panels. Consider these downsides before taking on ceiling painting costs.
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