You’ll get both in S&J. As a family owned and operated business located in Howard County, MD we have been helping homeowners in all of Howard County MD, parts of Carroll County, Baltimore County and Northern Anne Arundel County Maryland and surrounding areas with their home improvement needs for over 20 years. We are a full service painting and remodeling company who prides ourselves with our outstanding customer service. We have completed hundreds of jobs with an abundance of satisfied customers and many repeat customers. No job is complete until our customer is completely satisfied. We use only the top of the line materials and we have extremely competitive pricing. We can work with any budget. Each project we complete is a reflection of our craftsmanship and integrity so you can be sure your job is done right. You will appreciate the dedication and effort we put forth and you will reap the benefits.
"We can’t thank S&J Painting and Remodeling enough for the beautiful job done on our three bathroom remodels! From start to finish, every single person we dealt with was extremely personal and professional at the same time. With his amazing workmanship and attention to detail, Elias is truly a tribute to his profession and a pleasure to work with. We have hired many contractors over the years, but S&J was the best experience by far, going well beyond our highest expectations. We would never consider anyone else for future jobs. I would give them TEN stars in a five-star rating!"
Bonnie W on October 2021
You’ll get both in S&J. As a family owned and operated business located in Howard County, MD we have been helping homeowners in all of Howard County MD, parts of Carroll County, Baltimore County and Northern Anne Arundel County Maryland and surrounding areas with their home improvement needs for over 20 years. We are a full service painting and remodeling company who prides ourselves with our outstanding customer service. We have completed hundreds of jobs with an abundance of satisfied customers and many repeat customers. No job is complete until our customer is completely satisfied. We use only the top of the line materials and we have extremely competitive pricing. We can work with any budget. Each project we complete is a reflection of our craftsmanship and integrity so you can be sure your job is done right. You will appreciate the dedication and effort we put forth and you will reap the benefits.
"We can’t thank S&J Painting and Remodeling enough for the beautiful job done on our three bathroom remodels! From start to finish, every single person we dealt with was extremely personal and professional at the same time. With his amazing workmanship and attention to detail, Elias is truly a tribute to his profession and a pleasure to work with. We have hired many contractors over the years, but S&J was the best experience by far, going well beyond our highest expectations. We would never consider anyone else for future jobs. I would give them TEN stars in a five-star rating!"
Bonnie W on October 2021
Van Go Contracting, LLC, has over 12 years of experience in home repairs and improvements. Our top priority is your satisfaction. Our goal is to provide top quality service and a solution you are happy with. It is all about the customer and what you want and need, plain and simple. Call us today to experience the difference.
"Joel is AMAZING!! He has done two projects for me so far: full removal and install of over 500 sq ft of flooring & a shower update! They both turned out awesome, heâ s honest and provides the best recommendations in every situation! Looking forward to our next project."
Cari A on February 2022
Van Go Contracting, LLC, has over 12 years of experience in home repairs and improvements. Our top priority is your satisfaction. Our goal is to provide top quality service and a solution you are happy with. It is all about the customer and what you want and need, plain and simple. Call us today to experience the difference.
"Joel is AMAZING!! He has done two projects for me so far: full removal and install of over 500 sq ft of flooring & a shower update! They both turned out awesome, heâ s honest and provides the best recommendations in every situation! Looking forward to our next project."
Cari A on February 2022
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"It was clean, good-looking and quick! They were in and out and all the touches were clean! I don't have any negative things to say!"
Nathan M on May 2021
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"It was clean, good-looking and quick! They were in and out and all the touches were clean! I don't have any negative things to say!"
Nathan M on May 2021
We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in quality for all of your flooring installation needs, and Painting Jobs. We specialize in a variety of residential flooring, and Painting and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we are involved with. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.
"They were team players, each one knew how to do all of the jobs. They were honest (I had hidden some money that I had forgotten about they found it and gave it to me) they are also well mannered and very polite. They did an excellent job installing carpet in 4 units. They had to move a lot of furniture in the units and nothing was broken. I would recommend them to anyone and would hire them again."
Savannah E on October 2020
We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in quality for all of your flooring installation needs, and Painting Jobs. We specialize in a variety of residential flooring, and Painting and take pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we are involved with. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.
"They were team players, each one knew how to do all of the jobs. They were honest (I had hidden some money that I had forgotten about they found it and gave it to me) they are also well mannered and very polite. They did an excellent job installing carpet in 4 units. They had to move a lot of furniture in the units and nothing was broken. I would recommend them to anyone and would hire them again."
Savannah E on October 2020
With 15 years of experience, we take great pride in our expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs, and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work, and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
With 15 years of experience, we take great pride in our expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs, and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work, and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"The owner is very professional , the gave me a great price and the quality of work is amazing"
Eli G on February 2024
We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"The owner is very professional , the gave me a great price and the quality of work is amazing"
Eli G on February 2024
You’ll get both in S&J. As a family owned and operated business located in Howard County, MD we have been helping homeowners in all of Howard County MD, parts of Carroll County, Baltimore County and Northern Anne Arundel County Maryland and surrounding areas with their home improvement needs for over 20 years.
"S & J came through for me once again. Alex did an amazing job on my patio and porches. I could not be happier! Thanks to owners Jerry and Stacey as well for a fair price and doing exactly what they promised."
John J on May 2023
You’ll get both in S&J. As a family owned and operated business located in Howard County, MD we have been helping homeowners in all of Howard County MD, parts of Carroll County, Baltimore County and Northern Anne Arundel County Maryland and surrounding areas with their home improvement needs for over 20 years.
"S & J came through for me once again. Alex did an amazing job on my patio and porches. I could not be happier! Thanks to owners Jerry and Stacey as well for a fair price and doing exactly what they promised."
John J on May 2023
Drywall business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"Amazing! The absolute centerpiece of my basement! The craftsmanship and strive for perfection during the whole project has led me to refer & also rebook their professional services!"
Dontae B on May 2025
Drywall business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"Amazing! The absolute centerpiece of my basement! The craftsmanship and strive for perfection during the whole project has led me to refer & also rebook their professional services!"
Dontae B on May 2025
Smithwright Home Improvement is a general contracting company providing a broad range of home improvement and home repair services in the Suburban Maryland area. I am a company of one and use subcontractors only when absolutely necessary. 99% of the work I take on is performed by me. Smithwright Home Improvement is licensed with the Maryland Home Improvement Commission since 2004 under license# 89597. I've done mostly flat-fee work under contract with the home owner. Small projects, or handyman related work, bills out at $80/hour with a 3 hour minimum. Angie's List customers receive a 10% discount off labor charges that invoice over $500.00. Discounts do not apply to materials cost which are in addition to labor charges. I do not add any additional costs to materials. You pay what I pay. My business, up to now, has grown strictly through referrals from satisfied customers. In the 20 years since I started this business, I have served hundreds of home owners in this area doing everything from simple drywall work to building large room additions and decks. I pride myself in delivering results that far exceed my customer's expectations. (Please note, the nature of my work can make it quite difficult to take phone calls during the day. The last thing I want is to offend anyone by not picking up or not returning phone calls. Please contact me via text at 410-707-5542 or email at smithwrighthome@gmail.com as well and I will try to respond to you within 24 to 36 hours. Thank you!).
"This was the very best contractor experience that I can ever remember. Mr. Smith (Bill) was on time for both estimate and work and took better than exceptional effort to leave the area even better than he found it. He was reasonable in pricing, installed per ADA standards, matched existing hardware and explained, from great experience, why we needed to modify the placement of the bars. BTW He was right! I would strongly recommend him for your future needs. You will not regret your selection. RDL"
Richard L on November 2024
Smithwright Home Improvement is a general contracting company providing a broad range of home improvement and home repair services in the Suburban Maryland area. I am a company of one and use subcontractors only when absolutely necessary. 99% of the work I take on is performed by me. Smithwright Home Improvement is licensed with the Maryland Home Improvement Commission since 2004 under license# 89597. I've done mostly flat-fee work under contract with the home owner. Small projects, or handyman related work, bills out at $80/hour with a 3 hour minimum. Angie's List customers receive a 10% discount off labor charges that invoice over $500.00. Discounts do not apply to materials cost which are in addition to labor charges. I do not add any additional costs to materials. You pay what I pay. My business, up to now, has grown strictly through referrals from satisfied customers. In the 20 years since I started this business, I have served hundreds of home owners in this area doing everything from simple drywall work to building large room additions and decks. I pride myself in delivering results that far exceed my customer's expectations. (Please note, the nature of my work can make it quite difficult to take phone calls during the day. The last thing I want is to offend anyone by not picking up or not returning phone calls. Please contact me via text at 410-707-5542 or email at smithwrighthome@gmail.com as well and I will try to respond to you within 24 to 36 hours. Thank you!).
"This was the very best contractor experience that I can ever remember. Mr. Smith (Bill) was on time for both estimate and work and took better than exceptional effort to leave the area even better than he found it. He was reasonable in pricing, installed per ADA standards, matched existing hardware and explained, from great experience, why we needed to modify the placement of the bars. BTW He was right! I would strongly recommend him for your future needs. You will not regret your selection. RDL"
Richard L on November 2024
A drywall contractor from Leo Drywall LLC is an important asset to your home remodeling team. As the interior of modern walls, a quality drywall installation it is important that you choose the best drywall contractor available.Daily activities like showering make bathrooms highly susceptible to moisture. Over time, mold and mildew can damage the value of your home, as well as cause serious health issues to those you care about most. Preserving the value of your home requires a highly trained professional to properly identify deficiencies that may not be obvious to the untrained eye.!
"Extremely well. Very impressed with the quality and execution of the project. Done professionally and in a timely manner. Left the job site clean and well organized. I highly recommend this highly efficient contractor for future projects."
Cliff M on October 2024
A drywall contractor from Leo Drywall LLC is an important asset to your home remodeling team. As the interior of modern walls, a quality drywall installation it is important that you choose the best drywall contractor available.Daily activities like showering make bathrooms highly susceptible to moisture. Over time, mold and mildew can damage the value of your home, as well as cause serious health issues to those you care about most. Preserving the value of your home requires a highly trained professional to properly identify deficiencies that may not be obvious to the untrained eye.!
"Extremely well. Very impressed with the quality and execution of the project. Done professionally and in a timely manner. Left the job site clean and well organized. I highly recommend this highly efficient contractor for future projects."
Cliff M on October 2024
Professional installation in an average-sized room (approximately 150 square feet) typically requires one to two full workdays. Larger spaces or projects involving texture removal may extend to three or four days. Additional time may be needed for painting or staining if not included in the initial installation. Weather conditions can affect drying times for adhesives and finishes, potentially extending the overall project timeline.
Beadboard features narrow vertical planks with rounded ridges ("beads") running between grooves, creating a traditional, detailed appearance. Shiplap consists of wider horizontal boards with overlapping edges that create distinctive shadow lines between panels. Beadboard offers a more formal, classic aesthetic often associated with cottage or Victorian styles, while shiplap provides a more contemporary or rustic look popular in farmhouse and coastal designs.
Beadboard can work well in humid environments when appropriate materials are selected. Vinyl or PVC beadboard offers superior moisture resistance for bathrooms, laundry rooms, and other high-humidity spaces. Traditional wood beadboard requires thorough sealing with moisture-resistant paint or clear finishes to prevent warping or mold growth. MDF beadboard generally performs poorly in damp locations and should be avoided in these applications.
Beadboard can be installed directly over popcorn ceilings provided the existing texture is firmly attached and the ceiling structure is sound. However, testing for asbestos is essential for popcorn ceilings installed before the 1980s. Professional texture removal costs $1.30 to $2.50 per square foot, while asbestos remediation runs significantly higher at $3 to $7 per square foot. Direct installation over popcorn texture may affect the final appearance and requires careful planning for fixture integration.
Regular maintenance involves gentle dusting with a soft brush attachment on your vacuum or a microfiber duster to prevent dirt accumulation in grooves. For deeper cleaning, lightly dampen a soft cloth with a mild cleaning solution appropriate for your beadboard material. Avoid excessive moisture, particularly with wood or MDF installations. Painted beadboard may require occasional touch-ups or repainting every 5-7 years, while stained wood might need resealing periodically to maintain its protective finish.