We are a full-service drywall contractor based out of Elburn, IL providing quality service to residential, industrial, and commercial clients in the Fox Valley and Tri-City area. From remodeling to new construction, from a living room in a historical property in St. Charles, IL to a high-tech office in Schaumburg, IL, our specialists will meet your needs. We also provide interior and exterior painting services. T.A.K. Drywall Specialists, Inc., will be celebrating 24 years in business in the Fox Valley. Our company is fully-insured and bonded. We pride ourselves in our craftsmanship based on the experience of our employees. Our employees have experience extending 30+ years in the drywall industry, each having served an apprenticeship. Many of our loyal employees have been with us ranging from 3 to 23 years. We credit this to the many benefits we offer to them as we use no sub-contracted labor. All our employees live locally. We try to hire local to help sustain the community.
Business highlights
35 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered
Services we offer
Drywall, Acoustical Ceilings, Metal Stud Framing, Specialty Drywall, Trim-Tex Products, Remodeling, New Construction, & Light Commercial. We also offer interior and exterior painting.
Tom and his crew did a great job! They all do excellent work - taking their time and making sure we're happy with the results. This is the second time we've used them and we will continue to do so in the future. Exceptional work and service!
Description of Work: Clean up from water damage in our bathroom and laundry room. Tiles needed to be replaced, two walls painted, and flooring laid.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,250
Jack M.
05/2023
5.0
drywall
+ -1 more
Tom and his team did a terrific job on our long overdue and extensive drywall project. They removed and replaced ceiling drywall in two second floor bedrooms (damaged as a result of a leaky roof) plus handled a hallway, bathroom and closet. They also made a series of wall patches and also made numerous nail and smaller holes go away! And spackling was perfect. TAK team members were highly professional, thorough and the results were outstanding. What a difference they’ve made in our home. We have another drywall project planned for later this year and we'll have TAK back for that phase.
Description of Work: As mentioned above, TAK removed and replaced ceiling drywall in two second floor bedrooms plus a hallway, bathroom and closet. They also made a series of wall patches and made a series of nail and smaller holes go away!
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Chris R.
03/2023
5.0
drywall
+ -1 more
We hired TAK to repair a ceiling that was sagging and showing some nail pops. The quote was very reasonable, and. Outlined additional options for painting the walls in the room. Work started promptly each day and we were told exactly when the workers would arrive each day, got updates on status and what to expect for the next day. The work and attention to detail was top notch, and we were pleased as we saw everything coming together. The finished room looks great and we could not be happier. More impressive was the care the guys took to clean up after themselves each day. When the painting was completed, you could barely tell that the workers had been there. We are already planning to hire TAK for some work in our kitchen, and I would recommend them for any drywall and/or painting work you’re planning.
Description of Work: Installed new drywall over existing ceiling, minor repairs to existing drywall on the walls, painting the ceiling and single color on the walls.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Ed M.
12/2022
5.0
drywall
+ -1 more
We needed a plaster ceiling repair for a 140 year old home and we're very glad we chose TAK Drywall. They showed up when they said they would, cleaned up afterwards, and did an amazing job. The ceiling looks perfect. They truly are specialists at drywall and plaster. Highly recommend.
Description of Work: Plaster ceiling repair in a 140 year old home.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Cheryl W.
11/2022
5.0
drywall
+ -1 more
Thank you for the excellent communication throughout the process. The attention to small details really shows. Wrapped up our job in a timely manner and left a clean job site. High recommendations for T.A.K. Drywall Specialist.
Description of Work: Drywall repair
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,000
Rebecca J.
11/2022
5.0
drywall
+ -1 more
T.A.K. was very responsive, had a competitive price, and completed the work professionally.
Description of Work: Drywall ceiling repair
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,965
Response from TAK Drywall Specialists Inc
Thanks [Member Name Removed]!
John C.
09/2022
5.0
contractors, drywall, interior painters
+ 1 more
Tom was out within a day or so of contacting them. He knew just how to make the entire ceiling sound again, and the work was done in a timely and very tidy fashion. Everyone was very courteous and efficient. I highly recommend TAK.
Description of Work: We had some cracking in Ceiling plaster in our 150 year old home.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
William R.
05/2022
5.0
drywall
+ -1 more
Tom and his crew were wonderful. Very accommodating with our schedule. I'm most pleased with the quality of the work which I would consider to be top notch. I'm sure you could find someone cheaper but in our opinion our money was well spent. The finished product speaks for itself and we will be working with them again in the future. His team were professionals from start to finish.
Description of Work: Drywall for our Den. Ceiling and walls
The project went very well. In remodeling, there is always something to worry about. Tom was available to discuss issues, responsive to requests. Once the work started, the job was done with quality and in a timely fashion. Each of the workers was professional, communicated well, cleaned up thoroughly and provided quality work. Finished based was partially demolished to allow for foundation repair. Job including reframing, drywall install, repair dropped ceiling replace trim and painting to match. It was a larger job for repair work.
Description of Work: Repair to finished basement
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from TAK Drywall Specialists Inc
[Member Name Removed], Thanks for the kind words! Good luck with the sale. Tom
Daniel P.
04/2021
5.0
drywall, interior painters
+ 0 more
Tom/T.A.K. Drywall Specialists, Inc., were absolutely fantastic! Tom is very professional and has extensive knowledge and experience in drywall, drywall repair, taping and painting. Tom gave thorough step by step explanation of the work that needed to be done as well as to the proper type of paint. The process of the work was timely and without all the dust! My home sustained severe damage from fallen tree that caused damage to the dining room and a bedroom above. T.A.K. had to come in to fix the very poor craftsmanship from a previous contractor to fix my home. T.A.K.'s work was far superior to the previous contractor I had hired. I only wish I found T.A.K. originally. I highly recommend T.A.K. Drywall Specialists and I would hire them again without hesitation. My rooms look absolutely beautiful now and I could not be more pleased. Thank you Tom and T.A.K. Drywall Specialists!!!
Description of Work: Drywall repair/taping and painting in two rooms
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from TAK Drywall Specialists Inc
Thanks so much for the kind words [Member Name Removed], I will pass all on to the team!
It was an effortless experience for us. Tom took care of everything. He told us at the beginning of the week what time and day to expect each of the contractors. Tom was there each day to make sure each contractor understood what we wanted and to answer any questions we had. Everyone was very nice and showed up right on time and cleaned up before they left. It was a great experience and we will definitely be using TAK again.
Description of Work: Added 11 recessed lights to our kitchen and family room. Removed a 1/2 wall and header between the kitchen and family room. Created a threshold between the wood floor in the family room and the tile kitchen Remodeled the family room fireplace, built a custom mantel and installed a TV above the fireplace and painted both the kitchen and family room( ceilings and walls).
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$11,000
Response from TAK Drywall Specialists Inc
Hi [Member Name Removed], thanks so much for the kind words, will share with the team! Tom
William K.
01/2021
5.0
drywall, interior painters
+ 0 more
Very good team of people and the quality of the work was great. From the owner (Tom) to the drywall installers, to the taping, to the painting, all were very professional and courteous and everything was clean when they left. I would highly recommend them to anyone.
Description of Work: Drywall unfinished basement area
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
PATRICIA G.
10/2020
5.0
drywall, insulation, interior painters
+ 1 more
All work was done very well and completed early. Each day I was delighted with the work done and progress made. The entire team was professional and customer focused. The owner was a real pleasure to work with and has a great team.
Description of Work: Demo 3 bedrooms, insulate, new drywall, paint walls and ceiling
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from TAK Drywall Specialists Inc
Thanks [Member Name Removed] and [Member Name Removed], I will pass the compliments on to my team. Tom
Elizabeth S.
09/2020
5.0
contractors
+ -1 more
The work and cleanliness of what I consider a messy project was above expectation.
Description of Work: Cracked plaster on wall repaired.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$600
Richard S.
07/2020
1.0
contractors, drywall
+ 0 more
Contacted via paid angieslist subscription, replied via angieslist, arranged my day to accommodate him coming out for a quote. Came out, said I needed to trim some things so they could do the work, then proceeded to cut some of the drywall to demonstrate what he required or he would charge extra. It was not necessary to do what he said. He left, promised a quote within two days and never provided one, so he left me with cut up drywall and never heard from him again. Other quotes didn’t require any extra “prep” before they would do work and were all the same price. If covid got him, forgive me for being insensitive, if not, poor customer service and unprofessional approach and lack of overall professionalism in following through on a quote when he hacked up my wall and left a mess inside an uncovered cabinet and dust and chunks in front of an, at the time air return so now I got all that crap in my ac unit.
Description of Work: Drywall finishing
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
Response from TAK Drywall Specialists Inc
Hi [Member Name Removed], I am very disappointed in the review you left. Sometimes it is unfortunate emails do not always find their way to the in box. We emailed your quote approximately 12 hours after the site visit. As for your mess, I offered to clean it up and you informed me not to worry! If the other contractors did not require the prep I showed you then I would guess they were charging for that time or not doing anything to better complete your project. Please check you junk mail for the quote, it was sent at 5:26 P.M. on 7-22. I am going to guess that it is the correct account or maybe you possibly copied it wrong to your Angieslist inquiry? Thank you and good luck with your project.
Dr. Curtis S.
04/2020
5.0
drywall
+ -1 more
Very professional and reasonable estimate and time frame given.
Description of Work: Have not started yet. Will start during the summer months
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Karolee S.
03/2020
5.0
contractors, drywall, interior painters
+ 1 more
I worked with TAK on two different occasions. Tom headed up both projects and was in touch and responsive 100% of the time. I always knew what was going on. Tom knows his stuff and doesn’t skip corners - he wants things done right. He was great at making sure we knew all our options. We worked with 6 gentlemen in addition to Tom from TAK and all of them were professional, courteous and did a wonderful job. We are happier than we thought we could be with everything they did. We will use them again in the future.
Description of Work: Drywall, troubleshooting and repairing water marks on ceiling, painting, wainscoting, installation of door to attic access and flirting in attic
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,000
Response from TAK Drywall Specialists Inc
Thanks for the kind words [Member Name Removed], it was a pleasure working with you and your husband! Tom
My 1991 bathroom went to 2020 spa! Tom and his employees/contractors work like they are remodeling their own house. They are friendly, clean up after themselves and are trustworthy. There are so many decisions to make when remodeling that whenever I couldn’t decide, Tom made suggestions which I usually went with and was very happy with the end result. When I moved into my condo in 2016, Tom worked on the living room, dining room, kitchen, hallway, guest bedroom and bathroom and totally remodeled my basement into a family room and also added a 1/2 bathroom. He was the only person I wanted to do my master bath remodel.
Description of Work: MASTER BATH REMODEL
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$32,500
Response from TAK Drywall Specialists Inc
thanks [Member Name Removed], our drywall and painting turned out awesome, what a difference!
Jim K.
02/2020
5.0
drywall
+ -1 more
They did a great job. They were clean, professional, and worked around my wacky schedule. Would recommend.
Description of Work: Hole repairs in the drywall
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from TAK Drywall Specialists Inc
Hi [Member Name Removed], Thanks for the kind words, we try to accommodate! Tom
Carol H.
10/2019
5.0
drywall, interior painters
+ 0 more
It was A+ from start to finish. It's clear that the employees enjoy working for Tom and they did a great job. They were on time, neat, cleaned up after themselves and did very nice work--from the drywall installers to the mud and tape guy to the painter for the final touches--it was a job well done. I would definitely recommend!
Description of Work: We had drywall replaced in the garage and a repair in our master shower
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,800
Response from TAK Drywall Specialists Inc
Thanks [Member Name Removed], appreciate the kind words....
Robert W.
10/2019
5.0
drywall, house painters, interior painters
+ 1 more
Everything went great, we are very happy with the quality of the work.
Description of Work: Drywall repair of a ceiling, interior painting of 1 room and a hallway, exterior painting of a garage door, shutters and a window.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,000
Response from TAK Drywall Specialists Inc
Thanks so much for the nice review! Greatly appreciated! I hope the sale goes smoothly....
Michael C.
12/2018
5.0
drywall, basement remodeling
+ 0 more
I used TAK for a second time on a bit of a complex drywall project. We had to tear down and completely re-build a wall for my new home theater and had to take into account allowing access to water pipes in the back behind the wall. Tom came up with a great solution that allows full access to the pipes while maximizing the space available for my home theater. Tom is very good at what he does and very creative in finding the best solution at a very fair price. I highly recommend TAK!
Description of Work: Complete re-build of drywall for home theater
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Allison H.
11/2018
5.0
drywall, woodworking, interior painters
+ 1 more
Tak completed a huge project for us in September that involved dry walling our cathedral ceiling, putting in can lighting, some minor carpentry work, and a lot painting, including a huge, wall-to-wall, floor to ceiling bookcase (in addition to walls and ceilings). The project involved almost exclusively working on scaffolding, and organizing multiple subcontractors. We threw them an added challenge of having to do all of this under time pressure, as we had previously planning a large party, so the work had to be complete by a certain date, with almost no room for error or delays. Tak did great work, on schedule, and with professionalism. Tom (the owner) was super responsive and all of his own crew, as well as the folks who he subcontracted, lived up to his level of professionalism. We had a large, complex job, and definitely picked the right company to do the work. I'd hire them again or recommend them to others without hesitation.
Description of Work: Drywall, painting and electrical work
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from TAK Drywall Specialists Inc
Thanks so much for the wonderful review, we enjoy a challenge! Tom
Karen K.
09/2018
5.0
drywall
+ -1 more
Excellent in every way. Quality work. On time. Cleaned up. Couldn't be happier.
Description of Work: Ceiling patched
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
ROBERT K.
08/2018
5.0
drywall
+ -1 more
exceptional people to work with friendly, informative and professional
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Service Categories
Drywall,
Unfinished Carpentry,
Basement Remodeling,
General Remodeling,
Insulation,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
Framing,
Wallpaper Removal,
Electrical,
Plumbing
FAQ
TAK Drywall Specialists Inc is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.
Monday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
TAK Drywall Specialists Inc accepts the following forms of payment: Check
Yes, TAK Drywall Specialists Inc offers free project estimates.
Yes, TAK Drywall Specialists Inc offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, TAK Drywall Specialists Inc does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, TAK Drywall Specialists Inc offers emergency services.
No, TAK Drywall Specialists Inc does not offer warranties.
TAK Drywall Specialists Inc offers the following services: Drywall, Acoustical Ceilings, Metal Stud Framing, Specialty Drywall, Trim-Tex Products, Remodeling, New Construction, & Light Commercial. We also offer interior and exterior painting.