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Drywall Repair Before Painting: What Tallahassee Property Managers Should Know

Dents, cracks, water damage and patches show through new paint. How Tallahassee property managers should plan drywall repair before a commercial repaint.

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New paint makes every flaw in a wall easier to see. In offices, apartments and retail spaces, drywall repair is usually the difference between a repaint that looks new and one that looks patched.

Common problems we find

  • Door-handle holes, chair-rail dents and cart damage in corridors
  • Nail pops and joint cracks from building movement
  • Water stains from roof or HVAC leaks, common after Tallahassee summer storms
  • Old anchors and patches from tenant turnovers

Repair first, then prime

Damaged areas should be cut out or patched, taped, finished to match the surrounding texture and primed. Skipping primer on patches causes "flashing," where repaired spots look dull or shiny under the new paint.

Water damage needs the cause fixed

Never paint over an active leak. Fix the source, replace wet drywall, and use a stain-blocking primer before finish coats.

One crew for repairs and paint

Using one contractor for drywall and paint avoids scheduling gaps and finger-pointing. Alpha Contractors handles drywall, framing and painting with its own crews in Tallahassee and surrounding areas. For a commercial walk-through, call or text (850) 616-8366.

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