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"They showed up when they said they would and finished the job also when they said it would ."
Steven M on June 2021
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"They showed up when they said they would and finished the job also when they said it would ."
Steven M on June 2021
If you are looking for the most reliable, trustworthy, and reputable drywall contractor, servicing the greater metropolitan Boston and surrounding suburbs of Massachusetts, you have found the right guy. I can do anything from new installation drywall, to repairing plaster . I have been in the drywall/plaster business for over 15 years Call today for a free estimate!
"I spoke with Alex in the morning about what I was looking to have done, he came out later that day to provide us with a quote, within a couple of weeks they were able to come in and complete the job. Our ceilings that we had done look great, I would definitely recommend AOS Drywall and use them for future projects."
Justin F on July 2024
If you are looking for the most reliable, trustworthy, and reputable drywall contractor, servicing the greater metropolitan Boston and surrounding suburbs of Massachusetts, you have found the right guy. I can do anything from new installation drywall, to repairing plaster . I have been in the drywall/plaster business for over 15 years Call today for a free estimate!
"I spoke with Alex in the morning about what I was looking to have done, he came out later that day to provide us with a quote, within a couple of weeks they were able to come in and complete the job. Our ceilings that we had done look great, I would definitely recommend AOS Drywall and use them for future projects."
Justin F on July 2024
S and D Property Maintenance is 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.
"Great from start to stop"
Bernard B on June 2023
S and D Property Maintenance is 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.
"Great from start to stop"
Bernard B on June 2023
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of drywall and plastering services that are customized to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Efficient and easy to work with. Project looked great."
Taylor M on December 2024
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of drywall and plastering services that are customized to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Efficient and easy to work with. Project looked great."
Taylor M on December 2024
With 20 years' experience in the business I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete each project to the homeowners satisfaction. We handle general contracting in Norwell and the surrounding areas. Call today!
"Daniel did a great, and through job. I appreciated how he put down paper each time to protect my flooring as he and crew walked through my house. He pays attention to details, and came prepared with a heater on a cold day when working outside and needed to keep the wall warm enough to work on."
Leianna B on January 2025
With 20 years' experience in the business I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete each project to the homeowners satisfaction. We handle general contracting in Norwell and the surrounding areas. Call today!
"Daniel did a great, and through job. I appreciated how he put down paper each time to protect my flooring as he and crew walked through my house. He pays attention to details, and came prepared with a heater on a cold day when working outside and needed to keep the wall warm enough to work on."
Leianna B on January 2025
At Master Plastering & Services Inc., 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.
"Prompt and professional service! "
Brian B on June 2025
At Master Plastering & Services Inc., 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.
"Prompt and professional service! "
Brian B on June 2025
With years in the industry here at McNulty Builders & Contracting we pride our company on attention to detail, punctuality, reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. Our attention to detail is that of no other. We look forward to earning your business. Give us a call today!
"Low-key, competent, careful, clear communication, eager to help. What more could you ask for in a carpenter/building contractor? Big recommend!"
Wendell R on May 2025
With years in the industry here at McNulty Builders & Contracting we pride our company on attention to detail, punctuality, reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. Our attention to detail is that of no other. We look forward to earning your business. Give us a call today!
"Low-key, competent, careful, clear communication, eager to help. What more could you ask for in a carpenter/building contractor? Big recommend!"
Wendell R on May 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company with 15+ years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity, and stand behind our work. We specialize in both interior and exterior residential and commercial projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction
"Awesome service on 2 projects - inside ceiling repair and outdoor paving project. So easy to work with. Explained options clearly. Efficient scheduling. Polite crews who did. Great work and left the area clean and orderly. Thanks! We’ll be call with more projects shortly."
Jean S on May 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company with 15+ years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity, and stand behind our work. We specialize in both interior and exterior residential and commercial projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction
"Awesome service on 2 projects - inside ceiling repair and outdoor paving project. So easy to work with. Explained options clearly. Efficient scheduling. Polite crews who did. Great work and left the area clean and orderly. Thanks! We’ll be call with more projects shortly."
Jean S on May 2025
Paul Cina Plastering Company, is available to do your drywall and plastering projects with perfection. We've been in business for over 40 years and are friendly and experienced. Call for a free estimate!
"Paul was great! He, along with another contractor, reached out to me quickly. Was local, gave me estimate, arrived as promised the next morning and patched the ceiling. Thanks to Amgi’s for connecting me with Paul and other contractors. "
Margaret G on April 2025
Paul Cina Plastering Company, is available to do your drywall and plastering projects with perfection. We've been in business for over 40 years and are friendly and experienced. Call for a free estimate!
"Paul was great! He, along with another contractor, reached out to me quickly. Was local, gave me estimate, arrived as promised the next morning and patched the ceiling. Thanks to Amgi’s for connecting me with Paul and other contractors. "
Margaret G on April 2025
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.
"Justin and Ryan were consummate professionals. My kitchen had old floors, cabinets, countertops and they brought it back to this century. They walked me through the steps and rates and it was worth every penny. I highly recommend Justin and Ryan for any project you need. "
Pat H on June 2025
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.
"Justin and Ryan were consummate professionals. My kitchen had old floors, cabinets, countertops and they brought it back to this century. They walked me through the steps and rates and it was worth every penny. I highly recommend Justin and Ryan for any project you need. "
Pat H on June 2025
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.