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"They were very professional and did a really good job taking my popcorn ceiling down."
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"A&D was very responsive - came out quickly to view the project and completed the job very timely"
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"They were so nice and understood our situation right away. We texted with them at ten pm, and they were in western Mass at ten am, and they drove up here in a snowstorm. They worked so quietly and cleanly I hardly knew they were there. They came back first thing the next day and built a whole new closet for our family. They really went above and beyond, and they’re coming back yet again to finish the job. It looks beautiful. The hall looks twice as wide with the new white doors. They deserve the five stars."
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"Prompt and careful. I was very happy with the work Kevin did in my kitchen. Will hire him again and highly recommend"
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"Dave and his crew were a pleasure to work with. His attention to detail and experience was a tremendous help in ensuring that the outcome of our project was what we had hoped for. I will not look anywhere else for any future building needs. Dave delivered everything that he promised. His customer service was exceptional throughout."
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"Kaydn repaired water damage in the ceiling. Sheetrock was replaced and it looks great. We really like doing business with Kaydn. He's polite, does what he says he's going to do, and was able to do the work quickly. We will continue to use him for other work."
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"Very responsive owner, efficient and timely services. Completed our move out cleaning in under the estimated time and price. The two women who came were very kind and detailed in their work. 10/10 would recommend and will use again when needed!"
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"Derek from Boldcoast Exteriors worked patiently with my wife to pick the perfect color roof. Everyone loves it. He was always available to answer questions. Once decided, the work was done quickly and meticulously. We are very happy with this company and plan to use them for future projects."
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I'm a carpenter, handyman, and Builder with 30 years experience working in and around the Portland area. I can handle anything from small handyman projects to additions and garages, I have a lot of experience doing full remodels, additions, roofing and siding, decks, built-in Cabinetry, and sheds.
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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