Drywall Installation Service in Downers Grove, IL
Cracked walls, water damage, or a room that never had drywall to begin with. We hang, tape, and finish drywall so you get smooth walls ready for paint in less time than you'd think.
Get Your Free Drywall Installation Estimate
Franklin Park Painting installs drywall across Downers Grove, IL starting at $299 per wall. The price includes measuring, cutting, hanging, taping, mudding, and sanding. Most walls are ready for paint within two days. Free estimates and licensed, insured work.
Why Downers Grove Homeowners Call Us for Drywall Installation
Drywall is the foundation of any painted wall. If it's not smooth and flat, the paint shows every flaw. We do drywall right so the paint looks perfect.
Seams you can't see
We tape and mud every seam so they disappear completely. No visible joints, no ridges under the paint.
Finishes that actually look finished
Level 5 finish available for critical light areas. The surface is smooth enough for any wall covering.
Walls that don't crack
We use the right screws, spacing, and techniques so your drywall stays stable for years.
Corners that are straight
Corner bead installed tight and finished square. The walls look right in every room.
Paint-ready in days
We sand everything smooth so your painter can start right away. We offer painting too.
A Local Drywall Installer Who Knows Downers Grove Homes
Downers Grove has homes from the 1920s through today. Plaster in the old ones, drywall in the newer ones. We handle both, but new drywall in an old house needs special attention. We know how.
We work across Downers Grove from our base in Franklin Park, about ten minutes away. When you call, you get a crew that knows the neighborhood and shows up when they say they will.
Drywall installation is just one of the services we offer. See everything on our Downers Grove painting services page or check the Cook County service area.
Book Online & Save $50More Services We Bring to Downers Grove, IL
Drywall is often the start of a bigger project. We handle the painting and finishing too, so your job doesn't need multiple contractors.
New Walls, Repairs, and Full Room Finishes
Some jobs are one wall. Others are entire basements or renovation projects. We handle drywall at any scale.
Residential Drywall — New & Repairs
Basements, room additions, and wall repairs. We handle the whole process: framing assistance, hanging, taping, mudding, and sanding to a smooth finish.
Commercial & Multi-Unit Drywall
Retail spaces, office build-outs, and multi-unit properties need drywall fast and done right. Our commercial team in Downers Grove handles larger projects.
How We Install Drywall in Downers Grove, Step by Step
Drywall is a craft. Every step builds on the last. Here's the process we follow so your walls are smooth and straight.
Measure & Order
We measure the space, calculate the sheets needed, and order everything delivered to your site.
Cut & Hang
Sheets cut to fit around outlets, windows, and doors. Hung tight with the right screw pattern.
Apply Corner Bead
Metal or paper corner bead installed and fastened on all outside corners for a sharp edge.
Tape Seams
Mesh or paper tape embedded in mud over every joint. No gaps, no visible seams.
First Coat of Mud
Joint compound spread over tape and corner bead. Let it dry fully before the next step.
Sand & Second Coat
First layer sanded smooth, second coat applied to bring the surface flat.
Third Coat & Final Sand
Final thin coat over all seams, sanded smooth to level 4 or 5 finish. No ridges, no scratches.
Ready for Paint
Walls are smooth, edges are sharp, and the surface is ready for primer and paint.
The Drywall Problems Downers Grove Homeowners Call Us About
If the left side sounds like your wall, the right side is what you get when we leave.
Settling cracks, holes from doorknobs, and water damage that's been patched poorly in the past.
New drywall or solid repairs. Smooth and stable. No signs of the old damage.
Unfinished basement, a converted garage, or an addition that's just framing.
Drywall installed, taped, and sanded. Ready for trim and paint.
Bad taping jobs, visible seams, and wavy walls under existing paint.
We can fix or replace bad drywall. Ask about our interior painting services once the drywall is ready.
Everything Included in Your Drywall Installation
Our price covers the entire drywall job. No surprise costs for taping, mudding, or sanding.
Drywall Reviews From Downers Grove & Cook County
"The walls are perfect. Not a single seam visible. They didn't leave dust anywhere."
Our home base is Franklin Park at 1060 E Green St, and from there we cover Downers Grove and all the suburbs around it. Whether you need drywall installation or a full house painting job, we're the local crew that gets it right.
Drywall Installation in Downers Grove, IL — FAQs
Q.How much does drywall installation cost in Downers Grove, IL?+
Q.How long does drywall installation take in Downers Grove?+
Q.Can you install drywall over plaster walls in older Downers Grove homes?+
Q.Is Franklin Park Painting Co licensed and insured?+
Walls That Are Ready for Whatever Comes Next
Free estimate, real written price, licensed and insured. Book online today and take $50 off your drywall installation in Downers Grove.