Do you board for legal suites in Edmonton?

Yes, and we know the spec. A legal secondary suite in Edmonton requires 5/8” Type X fire-rated board on the ceiling separating the suite from the floor above, STC soundproof board on party walls, and moisture-resistant in all wet areas. We board to that spec so the suite passes inspection.

For Hollick-Kenyon exterior basement walls, what board do you use?

In Hollick-Kenyon, exterior foundation walls and plumbing or laundry areas take moisture-resistant board. Standard 1/2-inch board for interior walls away from moisture in your Hollick-Kenyon home.

Why does the ceiling get boarded first?

So the wall sheets push up underneath and support the ceiling edges. The other way leaves the ceiling perimeter unsupported, which is where cracking starts, and it gives a tighter joint at the wall-ceiling line.

Does Hollick-Kenyon taping follow straight after boarding?

Yes — we hang board with seams on framing, correct screw pattern and plumb walls, so a taper (or we ourselves) can start the very next day in Hollick-Kenyon.

Do you do drywall installation in Hollick-Kenyon?

Yes — Hollick-Kenyon is part of our regular service area, and we are usually booked within the week. We also cover Balwin, Bannerman, Belmont and Northeast.

How do you handle texture matching after drywall installation work in Hollick-Kenyon?

Texture matching is part of every repair and patch job we do in Hollick-Kenyon. Whether the surrounding surface is knockdown, smooth or an older pattern, we match it so the repair is not visible under paint.

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Drywall installation in Hollick-Kenyon — hung straight, screwed off right

In Hollick-Kenyon, the finish rides on the install — seams on framing, right screw pattern, board plumb pre-mud. In Hollick-Kenyon we board new builds, basements and renovations the way a finishing specialist wants it boarded. Hollick-Kenyon is this established Northeast community where reno, repair and ceiling drywall are common, so the installation work here is usually settling cracks, nail pops and tired texture. We cover Hollick-Kenyon, Balwin, Bannerman, Belmont and Northeast, 7 days a week.

Drywall boarding and hanging in Hollick-Kenyon — new builds and renovations
Moisture-resistant board for Hollick-Kenyon exterior and wet-area walls
STC soundproof board on party walls for legal suites
Renovation reboarding — removing old board, installing new to current spec
Hollick-Kenyon basement development boarded ceiling-first, then walls
In Hollick-Kenyon, correct screw spacing and seams on framing throughout
Hollick-Kenyon exterior walls and wet areas get moisture-resistant board

What affects the cost of drywall installation in Hollick-Kenyon in Edmonton?

Square footage, board type and ceiling complexity

The cost of drywall installation in Hollick-Kenyon comes down to the total square footage, the board type (standard, moisture-resistant, fire-rated and soundproof price differently), and whether the job is a new development or a renovation around existing trades. We measure on site and give a fixed price before we start.

Board spec in Hollick-Kenyon

The work here usually calls for settling cracks, nail pops and tired texture. The Hollick-Kenyon quote maps each surface to its correct board — no inspection surprises.

Hollick-Kenyon drywall in context

About Hollick-Kenyon

The neighbourhood was named after Herbert "Bertie" Hollick-Kenyon, who piloted flights over the Antarctic as part of the first mapping of that territory.

What we see in Hollick-Kenyon

In Hollick-Kenyon the drywall work is first-year settling, basement dev for first owners, Level 5 over builder-grade. We confirm what your home actually needs on site, in writing, before anything starts.

Drywall board types for Edmonton homes

Standard 1/2” drywall — the right choice for most Edmonton walls

Standard 1/2” drywall is correct for interior walls and ceilings in Edmonton homes away from moisture exposure. It is the most common board we install and finishes the same as the rest of the house. Most interior walls and ceilings in Edmonton homes use standard board.

Moisture-resistant, fire-rated and soundproof — where the spec matters

Exterior basement walls need moisture-resistant board even with a vapour barrier. Bathroom and laundry walls need moisture-resistant. Legal suite ceilings require 5/8” Type X fire-rated. STC soundproof board goes on Hollick-Kenyon suite party walls. We specify the right product for each surface before we pull the first sheet.

Drywall board types used in Hollick-Kenyon homes

Standard 1/2” drywall — the right choice for most Hollick-Kenyon walls

Standard 1/2” drywall is correct for interior walls and ceilings in Hollick-Kenyon homes away from moisture exposure. It is the most common board we install, finishes the same as the rest of the house and is what most Hollick-Kenyon walls and ceilings should be. Most interior walls and ceilings in Hollick-Kenyon homes use standard 1/2” board.

Moisture-resistant, fire-rated and soundproof — where spec matters in Hollick-Kenyon

Exterior basement walls in Hollick-Kenyon homes need moisture-resistant board. In Hollick-Kenyon, every bathroom and laundry wall takes moisture-resistant board. An Hollick-Kenyon suite ceiling must carry 5/8” Type X fire-rated board. In Hollick-Kenyon, the suite-to-main party wall takes STC soundproof board. The right board per Hollick-Kenyon surface is set at the quote for a clean inspection.

The number we quote is the number you pay

Priced on site, then fixed

An install price that moves halfway through is the most common complaint we hear about the trade. We quote Hollick-Kenyon homeowners a fixed price at the on-site quote and the number does not change.

The standard we hang to, across Hollick-Kenyon and Balwin, Bannerman, Belmont

Every joint taped to Level 4, every texture matched precisely, and the walls left paint-ready rather than left for the painter to make good. Free on-site quotes, same-day reply, 7 days a week, throughout Hollick-Kenyon, Balwin, Bannerman, Belmont and surrounding communities. Call or text ' . emp_phone() . '.

Our Hollick-Kenyon drywall installation process in Edmonton, step by step

Ceiling board first, always

Every boarding job in Hollick-Kenyon starts with the ceiling, because the wall board butts up under it and helps carry it. In Hollick-Kenyon, reversing the order under-supports the joints.

Wall board and seams

Walls go up with correct screws and framed seams. In Hollick-Kenyon, completed boarding hands straight to taping with nothing to fix.

Drywall board types for Hollick-Kenyon homes

Standard board for most walls

Standard 1/2-inch drywall is correct for most interior walls and ceilings in Hollick-Kenyon away from moisture exposure.

Moisture-resistant, fire-rated and soundproof where the spec matters

Exterior basement walls and wet areas need moisture-resistant board; legal suite ceilings need fire-rated board; party walls need soundproof board. We specify the right product for every Hollick-Kenyon surface before we pull the first sheet.

How it works

Simple, clean, on schedule — Drywall Installation in Hollick Kenyon Edmonton

Free quote

We come out to your Hollick Kenyon Edmonton property, take a real look at the drywall installation, and hand you a fixed price on the spot — no guessing, no vague ballpark. Every drywall installation quote in Hollick Kenyon Edmonton starts with an honest, on-site assessment.

Book a day

We pick a day that works for your schedule and show up on time, ready to start the drywall installation in Hollick Kenyon Edmonton. No back-and-forth rescheduling — once it's booked, our team is there.

The work

We keep the dust under control and protect your Hollick Kenyon Edmonton home while we finish the drywall installation to a clean, paint-ready standard. Floors covered, doors sealed off, and the site left tidy at the end of every day.

Walk it with you

We don't pack up till you've walked the finished drywall installation with us and you're happy with the result in Hollick Kenyon Edmonton. If anything needs a second look, we handle it before we call the job done.

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FAQ — Drywall Installation Hollick-Kenyon Edmonton

Drywall Installation Hollick-Kenyon Edmonton: your questions answered

Do you board for legal suites in Edmonton?: Yes, and we know the spec. A legal secondary suite in Edmonton requires 5/8” Type X fire-rated board on the ceiling separating the suite from the floor above, STC soundproof board on party walls, and moisture-resistant in all wet areas. We board to that spec so the suite passes inspection.
For Hollick-Kenyon exterior basement walls, what board do you use?: In Hollick-Kenyon, exterior foundation walls and plumbing or laundry areas take moisture-resistant board. Standard 1/2-inch board for interior walls away from moisture in your Hollick-Kenyon home.
Why does the ceiling get boarded first?: So the wall sheets push up underneath and support the ceiling edges. The other way leaves the ceiling perimeter unsupported, which is where cracking starts, and it gives a tighter joint at the wall-ceiling line.
Does Hollick-Kenyon taping follow straight after boarding?: Yes — we hang board with seams on framing, correct screw pattern and plumb walls, so a taper (or we ourselves) can start the very next day in Hollick-Kenyon.
Do you do drywall installation in Hollick-Kenyon in Edmonton?: Yes — Hollick-Kenyon is part of our regular service area, and we are usually booked within the week. We also cover Balwin, Bannerman, Belmont and Northeast.
How do you handle texture matching after drywall installation work in Hollick-Kenyon in Edmonton?: Texture matching is part of every repair and patch job we do in Hollick-Kenyon. Whether the surrounding surface is knockdown, smooth or an older pattern, we match it so the repair is not visible under paint.

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