How long does drywall last in a home?

Drywall normally has a lifespan of 30 to 70 years when cared for properly. It’s vulnerable to moisture, so it may have a slightly shorter lifespan in damp climates. Having a well-sealed and insulated home and removing any insects or termites can help prolong the life of your interior drywall.

What’s the difference between drywall and plaster?

Drywall is made of two layers of paper with a layer of gypsum in the middle, usually used for interior wall construction. Plaster is not used for construction itself; instead, it’s a paste-like material that’s applied on top of sturdier construction pieces. Plaster is often used to add decorative touches to older or historic homes.

How long does it take to install drywall?

Depending on the size of your home, it can take anywhere from three days to two weeks to install drywall in an entire home. A four-person team can install between 45 to 80 drywall sheets per day, although additional time will be required for sanding, finishing, or painting.

Top-Rated Drywall Installations Experts in Waddell, AZ

Bain's Home Services LLC

Bain's Home Services LLC

Customers say: Quality work

12 local quotes requested

15 years of experience

At Bain's Home Services, we've been providing top-notch home services to the community for over 10 years. Our team of experienced professionals is dedicated to making sure every job is done right.

"Very professional, shared pricing prior to work being done. Also shared tips to maximize my home improvement budget. Excellent service."

Jannah S on August 2025

At Bain's Home Services, we've been providing top-notch home services to the community for over 10 years. Our team of experienced professionals is dedicated to making sure every job is done right.

"Very professional, shared pricing prior to work being done. Also shared tips to maximize my home improvement budget. Excellent service."

Jannah S on August 2025

Cam Wal

Cam Wal

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 95% of Angi customers

24 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of drywall repair customizable to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Never judge a book by its cover WRONG Lesson learned once more! I reached out to HomeAdvisor for drywall/handyman help. Received a call within minutes from Chris and set an appointment for later that afternoon. Wonderful! We walked through my (rental) home and discussed what was needed. I got a verbal that it would be $1,200, easy. I text the to-do list to him, clearly indicating the work we discussed. Done, deal. I will buy the toilets and most material! The work was done, plus more! Great, right! Well, you think that would be a good thing until being presented with a $3,300 bill (now in writing) on the last day! Chris decided to change it from a flat rate to Per Hour rate! (Ha! I never would hire a handyman at Per Hour rate!) This guy also did the following to the home, when we NEVER discussed or agreed to do any of this. (Keep reading because the nasty stuff is at the end!) - He changed out 34 lightbulbs, (keep in mind, the house was already well- lit, he just thought they were old and tried charging me $10 per bulb!) - He changed out the electrical outlets to include the USB ports, (again, NEVER discussed this!) - He changed out a ceiling fan, (that he got from his garage. He installed it than charged for the product and labor! Never told or asked him to do this!) - He threw out a shower rod and bought 2 brand new ones, (we NEVER discussed this!) - I had fixed 2 cabinet doors from the kitchen and bathroom, keep in mind, it is merely 4 screws to put them back on, which I was going to do, but Chris decides to screw them back on himself and attempt to charge me $35 each! Seventy bucks for 4 screws! Extortion! - He saw lots of little holes in the walls (from nails/screws). He took it up himself to fill them in. Well, that was nice of him, because we never discussed doing this, however, not only did he fill in the tiny holes, he sprayed over all of them with that plaster texture stuff. Now, the whole house looks like patch work and needs to be repainted! There is so much more, but I honestly do not want to waste more time writing it. He just created more work and tried to charge for work we NEVER DISCUSSED! .....And it would have been left at that, if not for the cherry on top which happened next. Speaking of waste, because I made him reduce his bill, he decided to take the biggest, smelliest diarrhea crap in BOTH of the new toilets! Leaving the house smelling like the inside of his rotting intestines! Leaving his feces-filled toilet paper OUTSIDE of the toilet for me to pick up! Still, after 15 flushes, it was not going down and I prayed for it to not over flow! I guess that is what I get for leaving him a key and not hovering over him while he was there! His defense was that it was his son. Well, MoFo, YOU had a key to the house, YOU were the last one in the home! There is no way YOU would have been able to leave that home without doing a final walk thru....and gagging on the putrid smell that was once festering inside you, to which you decide to release in MY HOME, polluting the air I breath! DIGUSTING! FIVE STAR REVIEW and 20 YEARS IN SERVICE ! Not only is that definitely not what I experienced, here is 2 minutes of research: - Chris Madeo is not a licensed contractor, (even though he will tell you to your face that he is before the job, then after the job, he is not licensed). - Charles Madeo is a licensed contractor running his business Cam Wal with HomeAdvisor. Chris operates under this. You are Welcome!"

Aurelie G on June 2021

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of drywall repair customizable to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Never judge a book by its cover WRONG Lesson learned once more! I reached out to HomeAdvisor for drywall/handyman help. Received a call within minutes from Chris and set an appointment for later that afternoon. Wonderful! We walked through my (rental) home and discussed what was needed. I got a verbal that it would be $1,200, easy. I text the to-do list to him, clearly indicating the work we discussed. Done, deal. I will buy the toilets and most material! The work was done, plus more! Great, right! Well, you think that would be a good thing until being presented with a $3,300 bill (now in writing) on the last day! Chris decided to change it from a flat rate to Per Hour rate! (Ha! I never would hire a handyman at Per Hour rate!) This guy also did the following to the home, when we NEVER discussed or agreed to do any of this. (Keep reading because the nasty stuff is at the end!) - He changed out 34 lightbulbs, (keep in mind, the house was already well- lit, he just thought they were old and tried charging me $10 per bulb!) - He changed out the electrical outlets to include the USB ports, (again, NEVER discussed this!) - He changed out a ceiling fan, (that he got from his garage. He installed it than charged for the product and labor! Never told or asked him to do this!) - He threw out a shower rod and bought 2 brand new ones, (we NEVER discussed this!) - I had fixed 2 cabinet doors from the kitchen and bathroom, keep in mind, it is merely 4 screws to put them back on, which I was going to do, but Chris decides to screw them back on himself and attempt to charge me $35 each! Seventy bucks for 4 screws! Extortion! - He saw lots of little holes in the walls (from nails/screws). He took it up himself to fill them in. Well, that was nice of him, because we never discussed doing this, however, not only did he fill in the tiny holes, he sprayed over all of them with that plaster texture stuff. Now, the whole house looks like patch work and needs to be repainted! There is so much more, but I honestly do not want to waste more time writing it. He just created more work and tried to charge for work we NEVER DISCUSSED! .....And it would have been left at that, if not for the cherry on top which happened next. Speaking of waste, because I made him reduce his bill, he decided to take the biggest, smelliest diarrhea crap in BOTH of the new toilets! Leaving the house smelling like the inside of his rotting intestines! Leaving his feces-filled toilet paper OUTSIDE of the toilet for me to pick up! Still, after 15 flushes, it was not going down and I prayed for it to not over flow! I guess that is what I get for leaving him a key and not hovering over him while he was there! His defense was that it was his son. Well, MoFo, YOU had a key to the house, YOU were the last one in the home! There is no way YOU would have been able to leave that home without doing a final walk thru....and gagging on the putrid smell that was once festering inside you, to which you decide to release in MY HOME, polluting the air I breath! DIGUSTING! FIVE STAR REVIEW and 20 YEARS IN SERVICE ! Not only is that definitely not what I experienced, here is 2 minutes of research: - Chris Madeo is not a licensed contractor, (even though he will tell you to your face that he is before the job, then after the job, he is not licensed). - Charles Madeo is a licensed contractor running his business Cam Wal with HomeAdvisor. Chris operates under this. You are Welcome!"

Aurelie G on June 2021

I&J Solutions LLC

I&J Solutions LLC

2 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

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.

"Very professional, the job was done correctly and on time. The job was cleaned up at the end. Highly recommended. "

Gary R on July 2025

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.

"Very professional, the job was done correctly and on time. The job was cleaned up at the end. Highly recommended. "

Gary R on July 2025

FORTUNE CONSTRUCTION LLC

FORTUNE CONSTRUCTION LLC

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

13 local quotes requested

FORTUNE CONSTRUCTION LLC 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.

"Good attentiveness"

PABLO A on July 2023

FORTUNE CONSTRUCTION LLC 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.

"Good attentiveness"

PABLO A on July 2023

BK Builders and Remodeling LLC

BK Builders and Remodeling LLC

Customers say: Quick response

1 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

At BK Builders and Remodeling, we specialize in professional drywall repair and installation throughout the Phoenix area. Whether you're dealing with water damage, cracks, holes, or need new drywall for a remodel or addition, we deliver clean, seamless results every time. With years of hands-on experience, we’re known for high-quality workmanship, fast turnaround, and honest, reliable service. No job is too small — from minor patchwork to full-room drywall installation, we’ve got you covered. We also offer expert popcorn ceiling removal, giving your home a fresh, modern look with smooth ceilings and a clean finish. We respect your home, show up on time, and leave your space cleaner than we found it. Locally owned and operated, fully licensed and insured — trust BK Builders and Remodeling to restore your walls and ceilings to like-new condition with precision and care. Contact us today for a free quote!

"Excellent service. Professional. Kind. Trustworthy. Did the job very well. "

John R on September 2025

At BK Builders and Remodeling, we specialize in professional drywall repair and installation throughout the Phoenix area. Whether you're dealing with water damage, cracks, holes, or need new drywall for a remodel or addition, we deliver clean, seamless results every time. With years of hands-on experience, we’re known for high-quality workmanship, fast turnaround, and honest, reliable service. No job is too small — from minor patchwork to full-room drywall installation, we’ve got you covered. We also offer expert popcorn ceiling removal, giving your home a fresh, modern look with smooth ceilings and a clean finish. We respect your home, show up on time, and leave your space cleaner than we found it. Locally owned and operated, fully licensed and insured — trust BK Builders and Remodeling to restore your walls and ceilings to like-new condition with precision and care. Contact us today for a free quote!

"Excellent service. Professional. Kind. Trustworthy. Did the job very well. "

John R on September 2025

Contracting Miles LLC

Contracting Miles LLC

Customers say: Quality work

13 years of experience

15 years experience. Contracting Miles LLC is here for all of your home repair and handyman needs. With a variety of expertise, we can do it all. We want to be your one stop shop. As a family owned and operated business, we pride ourselves on quality craftsmanship and communication. We are here for you and your family when you need it most. Feel free to call or text us to get scheduled in for your projects!

"Miles, Jerry and team are amazing! I am so pleased with the outcome of my project! It is better than I had imagined. High quality work, extremely professional, outstanding communication. They responded to every question and request I have had (and there were many) promptly and with thoughtful consideration. They are my go to for big and small projects. Highly recommend!"

Angie M on September 2025

15 years experience. Contracting Miles LLC is here for all of your home repair and handyman needs. With a variety of expertise, we can do it all. We want to be your one stop shop. As a family owned and operated business, we pride ourselves on quality craftsmanship and communication. We are here for you and your family when you need it most. Feel free to call or text us to get scheduled in for your projects!

"Miles, Jerry and team are amazing! I am so pleased with the outcome of my project! It is better than I had imagined. High quality work, extremely professional, outstanding communication. They responded to every question and request I have had (and there were many) promptly and with thoughtful consideration. They are my go to for big and small projects. Highly recommend!"

Angie M on September 2025

AKP Services

5025 S Ash Ave Suite #10

AKP Services

5025 S Ash Ave Suite #10

Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

25 years of experience

AKP Services is celebrating nearly 20 years working for Arizona property owners and managers. We focus on renovation, painting, resurfacing, drywall, and many other specialties exclusively for the Single Family and Multi-Family residential industries. We offer turn-key renovations. That means you buy the property, hand us the keys and we hand you back a rent ready, flip ready investment property that ticks all the boxes. Contact our CLIENT HOT LINE for scheduling at AKP Services or stop by our office in Mesa Arizona to meet with our owners and renovations staff. Jon Parvin, President and CEO and Vice President Joey Flores, have been operating AKP Services, formerly known as All Kind Painting AZ since 2003. The company is located conveniently in Mesa, AZ just off the 101 Freeway and Broadway Rd.

"? great job paying bring my screen door."

Robyn S on February 2024

AKP Services is celebrating nearly 20 years working for Arizona property owners and managers. We focus on renovation, painting, resurfacing, drywall, and many other specialties exclusively for the Single Family and Multi-Family residential industries. We offer turn-key renovations. That means you buy the property, hand us the keys and we hand you back a rent ready, flip ready investment property that ticks all the boxes. Contact our CLIENT HOT LINE for scheduling at AKP Services or stop by our office in Mesa Arizona to meet with our owners and renovations staff. Jon Parvin, President and CEO and Vice President Joey Flores, have been operating AKP Services, formerly known as All Kind Painting AZ since 2003. The company is located conveniently in Mesa, AZ just off the 101 Freeway and Broadway Rd.

"? great job paying bring my screen door."

Robyn S on February 2024

Gunter Construction LLC

19245 North 47th Lane

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Gunter Construction LLC

19245 North 47th Lane

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Free onsite estimate

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!

Luxury Home Repairs LLC

Luxury Home Repairs LLC

8 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

We are a family-owned and operated company that continuously provide quality work and customer satisfaction as our top priority. We take pride of our work, and it shows. Our team is reliable, professional, and trustworthy. With 20+years of experience we provide quality you can trust, we specialize in residential new or remodels. We also offer competitive rates alongside experience to ensure we meet your needs and budget. We look forward on doing business with you, please don't hesitate on reaching out to us for any painting interior/Exterior Home Repairs,Drywall taping & texturing.need, we are here to help.

"Jose did a wide variety of tasks for us. Painting interior, putting awnings on the house, assembling a shed and a laundry cabinet. He was prompt and detailed in all of his work. Most importantly he met my wife's expectations. We will definitely use him again. "

Verne A on August 2025

We are a family-owned and operated company that continuously provide quality work and customer satisfaction as our top priority. We take pride of our work, and it shows. Our team is reliable, professional, and trustworthy. With 20+years of experience we provide quality you can trust, we specialize in residential new or remodels. We also offer competitive rates alongside experience to ensure we meet your needs and budget. We look forward on doing business with you, please don't hesitate on reaching out to us for any painting interior/Exterior Home Repairs,Drywall taping & texturing.need, we are here to help.

"Jose did a wide variety of tasks for us. Painting interior, putting awnings on the house, assembling a shed and a laundry cabinet. He was prompt and detailed in all of his work. Most importantly he met my wife's expectations. We will definitely use him again. "

Verne A on August 2025

ELG Development LLC

P. O. Box 12526

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ELG Development LLC

P. O. Box 12526

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814 local quotes requested

4 years of experience

Welcome to ELG Development, we look forward to discussing you drywall and painting project!

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