We take great pride in our experience, 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.
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Edwin R on January 2023
We take great pride in our experience, 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.
"rehired!"
Edwin R on January 2023
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the 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.
"Work was completed in a timely manner.."
Karen F on December 2022
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the 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.
"Work was completed in a timely manner.."
Karen F on December 2022
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service are extremely important that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the 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. M-F 7-4
"Dan did a great job installing a new pull down attic ladder."
Allison G on May 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service are extremely important that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the 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. M-F 7-4
"Dan did a great job installing a new pull down attic ladder."
Allison G on May 2025
All your handyman needs with one phone call.
All your handyman needs with one phone call.
Each project is assigned a hand-picked team of highly-skilled, educated and certified specialists who have the insight, experience and ability to meet or exceed our clients’ expectations. GAF - Master Elite Certified Roofing Contractor Awarded Big 50 Award by Remodeling Magazine for 2011. Uses licensed subcontractors for plumbing, hvac, and electrical services.
Each project is assigned a hand-picked team of highly-skilled, educated and certified specialists who have the insight, experience and ability to meet or exceed our clients’ expectations. GAF - Master Elite Certified Roofing Contractor Awarded Big 50 Award by Remodeling Magazine for 2011. Uses licensed subcontractors for plumbing, hvac, and electrical services.
Handy Gator is the #1 Handyman service in Alachua County, Florida. We specialize in all phases of new construction, remodeling, general home improvement, and home maintenance. No job is too big or too small!
Handy Gator is the #1 Handyman service in Alachua County, Florida. We specialize in all phases of new construction, remodeling, general home improvement, and home maintenance. No job is too big or too small!
We are a drywall and plaster repair service concentrating on flood damage we also feature popcorn removal. We specialize in using fast drying material to eliminate finish time and usually in and out in one day. We take pride in our work, and our customers are the most important to us. Are finishes are excellent and seamless. No job is too small and our prices are excellent.
We are a drywall and plaster repair service concentrating on flood damage we also feature popcorn removal. We specialize in using fast drying material to eliminate finish time and usually in and out in one day. We take pride in our work, and our customers are the most important to us. Are finishes are excellent and seamless. No job is too small and our prices are excellent.
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Hello, I'm Donald out of Gilchrist County, Florida. I am a mature responsible animal lover! I am experienced in farm work and handling and taking care of livestock ( 20 years ). I can give you references to ensure my experience. So if you are in need of any farm maintenance work or farm sitting ( small or large farm's ), please call on me! Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/gotafarmwecanhelp
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Additional Address: North Central Florida 13398 US 90 LIVE OAK FL 32060.
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.