Serving Orange, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1986
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"It went great! The work was smooth and you can't even tell I have a huge hole in the ceiling. Zee also was clean and respectful."
+10
Serving Orange, 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 Orange, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2014
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I was so impressed. Nick immediately called back and gave me a very reasonable estimate to fix the ceiling in the bedroom. He was professional and did an incredible job. He is the only one I will call for any future jobs. Do not hesitate to contact them. You will not be sorry"
+27
Serving Orange, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
Credit card accepted
"I had badly damaged plaster walls and a ceiling repaired. They did an excellent and timely job. I would hire them again and the price was right."
+185
Serving Orange, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2005
Customers say: True professional
Full Service Residential Design Firm that focuses on full transparency and meeting our clients budget and timeline. Impeccable attention to detail and cost analysis are our strong point. A full design team takes your project from inception to completion in record time.
+11
Serving Orange, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"Local Option did a great job turning our kitchen into a dream space! They remodeled, added a pantry and added electric outlets to more convenient locations near our appliances and wheee they added counter space. We entertain in the kitchen now all the time and get compliments. Thank you for doing such a wonderful job!"
+13
Serving Orange, 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 Orange, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1998
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I purchased a multifamily house with 2 stories. The 2nd floor had 1 inch original hardwood from 1920 that laid on the floor joists so you could hear every footstep downstairs and my tenants almost moved out. I hired Cesar to take on a tedious and technical ceiling soundproofing technique for the apartment using RSCI rubber clips, hat channels, insulation, and making the 1st floor airtight. I was so impressed with how he was able to juggle handling my tenant for 2 weeks, compensating for delayed shipping by driving 3 hours to New York and picking up the materials himself to make sure we meet the deadline, redoing 1 entire room at his loss and not charging me for it because the original technique we tried did not work, and listening and working with me to make sure we didn't miss any details that would cause sound transfer (and this was impressive because I am very detail oriented). My tenants moved in and were very impressed by the finished looked of the new ceilings and crown molding. We saw a sound improvement of about 15 STC in both airborne and impact noise. It cut down sound transfer by 2/3 in the 1st floor apartment. I will be adding rubber underlayment upstairs underneath the new flooring to completely block out the rest of the impact noise that transfers from the floor above to the walls downstairs that support it! I'll be calling Cesar and his crew again."
+168
Serving Orange, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2008
Warranties offered
Credit card accepted
"Very well. We had them place ceiling, door and lights in basement room. Painting also. Had lights installed on the unfinished section of basement."
+350
Serving Orange, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2010
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Very good work Very clean everything was vacuumed Went out of way to do small projects like banister repair Caulked all ceilings after repairing them All paint work matched colors exactly Front steps painted and repaired Would definitely hire again"
+44
Ask the following questions to make sure you know what’s involved and that you’ve hired a good team:
Is your company licensed, bonded, and insured?
What is the best tile size for my project?
What fire rating do my ceiling tiles need?
How long will it take to install the drop ceiling?
What is the height of the finished drop ceiling?
Most residential building codes require a minimum ceiling height of 7.5 feet from the floor to the finished drop ceiling, ensuring adequate headroom and safety compliance. Since requirements can vary by location, consult your local code enforcement office or a professional installer to confirm the specific clearance needed for your project.
Installing a drop ceiling results in a loss of ceiling height ranging from 3 inches to 8 inches. The exact amount depends on factors like the size of the fixtures above, such as ductwork or lighting, and the manufacturer's recommendations for installation. Local building codes also dictate minimum ceiling heights, so it's important to consult with a professional installer to determine the optimal drop distance for your specific space.
Installing drywall costs between $1.50 and $3 per square foot for materials, labor, and finishing—significantly less than the $9 to $13 per square foot average for a drop ceiling. While drop ceilings come with a higher initial cost, they offer greater design flexibility, easy access to utility lines, and are simpler and less expensive to repair. To minimize expenses, consider budget-friendly fiberboard panels, though their appearance may be less appealing to some homeowners.
Drop ceilings offer several advantages and disadvantages.
Pros:
Easy to install and repair
Conceal stains, ductwork, and other unsightly elements
Provide quick access to ducts and wiring for maintenance
Available in various styles to suit your design preferences
Cons:
Reduce ceiling height
Tiles may require replacement after a few years
Less sturdy than traditional ceilings
Installation can be more time-consuming than drywall
Removing a drop ceiling costs between $2 and $7 per square foot, which includes disassembling the rail system and removing tiles. Factors such as ceiling size, accessibility, and disposal fees affect the total cost. If you're removing a drywall ceiling, expect costs of $2 to $4 per square foot. Hiring a professional ensures safe removal and proper disposal, preventing damage to underlying structures.
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