Timeline for Are these drywall screws driven too deep into the sheet?
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| Feb 2, 2023 at 19:19 | history | edited | isherwood | CC BY-SA 4.0 |
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| Nov 21, 2012 at 2:38 | comment | added | Javier | i would like to add that the holding power of sheetrocks is ONLY on the paper. If you go trought it it's a matter of time until sheetrocks fall. | |
| Nov 19, 2012 at 10:00 | comment | added | shirlock homes | @Osc: Yes, that would fix the situation if applied with long enough drywall screws. Also just putting in new screws with the proper bit and dimpling the torn ones with a hammer will work also. | |
| Nov 18, 2012 at 21:06 | comment | added | oscilatingcretin | Shirlock, would adding another layer of properly-fastened 1/4" drywall remedy the situation? I have a reason for wanting to do that. | |
| Nov 15, 2012 at 21:53 | comment | added | shirlock homes | Evil and I have so many vote points now we really don't pay much attention to how many votes we get. | |
| Nov 15, 2012 at 21:51 | comment | added | shirlock homes | On walls I wouldn't worry too much, but to be honest, i'd never let that go on a ceiling. If some seem really deep, it could mean problems. If you're paying, then insist it is done right. It isn't gonna take long to rescrew it properly. | |
| Nov 15, 2012 at 21:38 | comment | added | oscilatingcretin | Wow, you got 16 up-votes! I think Greebo would have experienced similar success had I not deleted the other question he answered (sorry, Greeb). At any rate, do you guys think this is a huge deal? Is it something I should be worried about or complain about to the superintendent? In other words, is this ceiling a disaster waiting to happen? | |
| Nov 15, 2012 at 21:37 | vote | accept | oscilatingcretin | ||
| Nov 15, 2012 at 18:18 | comment | added | shirlock homes | Don't get me wrong guys, angie's list is mostly legit. I have personal knowledge of some contractors that have had friends, family and written their own reviews. They are supposed to be vetted. I think this may be more common to newer members trying to get established. Someone with 40 reviews should be legit and have a long track record. Everyone can have a bad day or not have the right tool available. Obviously can't tell exactly happened in your case. I can say without doubt, the screws are not installed with the proper tool. | |
| Nov 15, 2012 at 15:46 | comment | added | oscilatingcretin | Also, I will add that it's most likely the case that the majority of reviews on Angie's List (or any review site for that matter) are based off incredulity. A homeowner who knows nothing about drywalling will look at a sunken drywall screw that breaks the paper and think that's just how it's done and post a stellar review because the finish looks good. | |
| Nov 15, 2012 at 15:44 | comment | added | oscilatingcretin | It's probably very hard to detect fake reviews, especially if it's a bunch of different account that all use separate internet providers. It may cost $25 a year per account just for the home package, but that's a decent investment for a company who brings in enough income to cheat their way to the top. This company has in the neighborhood of 40 or so reviews, so I believe they're legit. | |
| Nov 15, 2012 at 14:28 | comment | added | Alex Feinman | I'm surprised to hear you speak of fake reviews on Angie's List; if you ever see one, report it. They take that very seriously. | |
| Nov 15, 2012 at 13:38 | history | edited | The Evil Greebo | CC BY-SA 3.0 |
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| Nov 15, 2012 at 10:51 | history | answered | shirlock homes | CC BY-SA 3.0 |