Drywall and plaster repair is our specialty. We have been serving Grand Rapids and the surrounding areas since 1962. Our crew of experienced, highly qualified employees take great care in your home and complete the job as quickly as possible. We also do new construction drywall installation as well as basements, additions and remodeling.
Business highlights
63 years of trusted experience
Services we offer
Plaster repair. Dryall repair and installation. Residential and light commercial. Specialty plaster repair including cornices, moldings and trims.
Went great. Very fast and friendly with the response and quote. The work done was great. They finished up the project faster than I had anticipated. I will definitely use them again!
Description of Work: Had a kitchen ceiling drywalled in over a plaster ceiling
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
$475
Joseph C.
03/2013
5.0
drywall
+ -1 more
I'm inclined to hire Mark Reames again to mud over more of my swirled ceilings just to get rid of that style, so that they look more contemporary. He is the kind of honest craftsman you always hope you can find (like a good plumber or mechanic) and stick with them forever. He knows his trade, answered many questions I had, and overall just left a great impression on my wife and I. Looking forward to calling him again in the future when I have some free cash to spend on ceilings! My only negative comment is that we did not understand that the job would take more than one day, so I felt that could have been better explained. That however would not stop me from hiring Mark again or recommending him to a neighbor.
Description of Work: I had a plaster ceiling with swirls in it that had paint peeling. I stripped all the paint off myself with a steamer but some of it was stubborn to remove. I ended up gouging the ceiling in multiple places, and made a terrible situation worse after I patched and sanded. All the paint was removed, but the swirls looked patchy in areas. After much research on covering ceilings with pine boards, or hanging drywall ceilings, I decided to hire someone who could put hot mud (mixed joint compound) on a swirled ceiling to smooth it out instead. I had no experience with this, did not know anyone in town, or have any good references. I specifically signed up for Angie's list to find someone with good reviews who could handle plaster repair and had experience applying hot mud to ceilings. Reames came highly recommended on Angie's list. I called them, they came out to take a look at the ceiling on a Saturday, and provided a quote. We hired Mark (tall fellow who is perfect for the job), who was easy going and great to work with. He laid paper on the floor, sealed the ceiling, taped some hairline cracks, and put the mud up as agreed. He also made a few wall repairs where plaster was crumbling and sanded everything after it dried. All I had to do was prime and paint.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
richard J.
01/2013
4.0
drywall
+ -1 more
Quick response on request for quote and site inspection. Got actual quote in mail 2 days later.Work was scheduled and preformed within 3 working days.Drywaller showed up on time and finished job in a reasonable time.Quality of work was good my only complaint would be with the clean up.Had to clean up some of the blownin insulation afterwards. I did do some touchup afterwards because I`m a perfectionist.
Description of Work: Remove damaged ceiling drywall. Replace blown in insulation with batts and apply texture to match existing ceiling
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$350
Robert S.
01/2013
5.0
drywall
+ -1 more
Overall, a great experience. We needed help finishing a drywalling project, and getting the fine details sanded and finished. Reames Drywall helped us with that and we got it done quickly! There were a couple of areas near the floor that needed sanding and touching up, but overall great work!
Description of Work: Drywall finishing work in a room that is 12x30 with a hip roof and tricky seams.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
Amy M.
12/2012
5.0
drywall, plastering
+ 0 more
They were very easy to work with due to various scheduling issues. The job was completed over 2 days. Although despite covering everything possible and closing off entry ways I still surprised with the amount of plaster dust there was! Of course, it cannot be avoided - I should have known better...
Description of Work: Patching of ceiling and wall cracks in bathroom, eating area, kitchen, and living room.
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
$500
Jacob W.
08/2012
5.0
drywall
+ -1 more
I called Reams and they came out the same day to give me an estimate. The job was complete with 2-3 days. They were very professional and did a great job! I would definitely use them in the future!
Description of Work: I hung the drywall and Reams came and did a great job finishing it for me !
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
$800
Jim Q.
01/2012
5.0
drywall
+ -1 more
They came Wednesday in the late afternoon to give us a bid, called first thing on Thursday with the price, and completed the job on Friday. Very quick turn around! Nice looking work and very clean (for drywall!).
Description of Work: We had some torn up drywall in our basement from previous water damage. Renames squared the damage out and replaced all 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
$550
jeri H.
12/2011
4.0
drywall, plastering
+ 0 more
We had to have them do some corrections afterwards, but they were responsive to our request to make these fixes. Overall it was a good experience, there were just a few workers that were better than others. I was really happy with their pricing and thought that was very fair.
Description of Work: They finished drywall for our basement and added texture to our ceiling.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,400
Scott T.
10/2011
5.0
drywall
+ -1 more
They showed 2 days after the intial call for an estimate. Then delivered the wall board on Monday and were finished by Friday.
Description of Work: The addition we built is a 24 x 28 great room with 10 foot walls and a cathedral ceiling, lots of windows and a fireplace. The wall board was delivered on Monday. On Tuesday they installed the wall board in one day and taped and mudded the next two and by Friday the room was done and looked great.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,000
robert W.
09/2011
5.0
drywall
+ -1 more
went exceptionally well; came earlier than expected, worked quickly and expertly; demeanor was very courteous and professional
Description of Work: assessed and patched small section of softened outside wall corner near shower base and similar sized area on shower ceiling
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
$75
Jason C.
09/2011
5.0
drywall, plastering
+ 0 more
Called Reames to estimate a few water damage holes in our ceiling resulting from some water leaking from and upstairs bathroom, and also from the previous homeowner's botched attempt at trying to fix water damage. We were quite happy with the $285 estimate to fix these eyesores. This work also involved working with a coved ceiling, so most of the work involved damage in a coved area. While Mr. Reams was here working on that project we asked him to estimate another project we had been contemplating. He suggested a carpenter that came right out to estimate the work that was carpentry, and also a painter to finish everything up. The second job involved tearing out some built-in cabinetry under a stairwell and drywalling everything back up to look like the cabinets (also eyesores) had never been there. Also, we had arches put in to two previously squared entry-ways. This also involved the carpenter to build the arches with Reames following up to finish everything off. This is where the additional $500 cost came in. It was well worth it. Two drywall and plaster projects done, 5 eyesores gone, on time and on budget. Can't really ask for much more. I should also mention that they are very professional and they know plaster and drywall. If you need carpentry and paint, they can hook you up with some good people too. Also, the $800 total for the jobs above did not include the cost of the carpentry or painting, just the cost of all of the drywall and plaster work.
Description of Work: Note, the $800 total is for two jobs... 1st job... fix three water damaged areas in a coved ceiling, and a previous owner's terrible attempt to cover some of this up. $285 2nd job.. drywall underneath a stairwell and finish two arched entry-ways. $525
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
$800
John R.
07/2011
5.0
drywall, plastering
+ 0 more
They did an Excellent job. I would highly recommend them. Very punctual and fast. Professional and mature.
Description of Work: Had ceiling drywall patch done including the re-framed to accept new drywall - due to bathroom leak. Drywall job included mudding and a few coats of stucco to match existing ceiling.
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
$285
Bonnie G.
07/2011
5.0
drywall
+ -1 more
Nice person, did a good job and did his best to contain the dust!
Description of Work: Large surfaces were repaired following a flood. Also did small cracks so we could paint later.
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
$1,200
Susan V.
07/2011
5.0
drywall
+ -1 more
I requested an estimate. The meeting was scheduled promptly, informative and I had an estimate immediately. I have not had the work done yet.
Description of Work: estimate for drywall repairs
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Brad S.
06/2011
2.0
drywall, plastering
+ 0 more
Work performed was adequete. Instead of repair my plaster with plaster - they used dry wall compound. They broke my ceiling molding and told me I have put it back up. Instead of cutting the molding away, so there would have been a clean area to repair, they just pulled it down and broke it. They left my house a complete mess with dry wall dust. There was atleast 1/4" on my hardwood floors. I would recommend that any one stay away from these people.
Description of Work: Work performed - plaster repair from water damage - roof leaking - in living room above fireplace dry wall repair on bulkhead in basement plaster repair on stairwell leading into basement
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
3.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
$550
Beth & Douglas S.
06/2011
5.0
drywall, plastering
+ 0 more
The entire job went very well. I was suprised at how little Dry wall dust was generated.
Description of Work: Two 15'x15' rooms in a 110 year old house. Removed old ceiling tiles, installed new drywall on ceilings, fixed numerous cracks in the original plastered walls, skim coated numerous areas on walls. Excellent job. Professional painter followed their work and he also commented on the excellent workmanship.
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
$1,500
ronni W.
05/2011
5.0
drywall
+ -1 more
Mr. Reames provided a quote the same day I called. He then completed the work the following day. The quality of his work was excellent and I would recommend him to anyone.
Description of Work: Repaired cracks from house settling and holes in wall from moving furniture.
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
$250
George F.
04/2011
5.0
drywall
+ -1 more
We own a home that was built in the 1970's when they thought it was a new idea to glue drywall to the ceilings (to prevent nails from popping out over time). Well the glue was letting loose in three rooms where the middle of the ceilings were bowing down dramatically, with the worst being in the largest room (living room). At first they thought they could just pushed up and renail all the ceilings with an initial cost of $1000, but later decided they couldn't do that to the large living room. They would instead have to tear down the old ceiling and replace it with new drywall and resurface it. This added $450 to the original cost. (They told us this might happen ahead of time, so we were prepared for the additional cost). They were however able to nail up the ceiling in both the upstairs bedrooms and refinished them. We also had new vanities installed in two bathrooms which were smaller than the old ones so the walls needed to be replastered and resurfaced. We were very impressed with their professionalism, their timeliness and excellent work. They came out with an estimate right away and started work when they said they would. Everything was completed in 2 1/2 days and probably would have been sooner but they had to let things dry from one day to the next. They cleaned up everything completely. This is a family owned business and everyone that came out to do the estimate and work was a Reames family member. While we would have liked to have saved the extra $450 by having them nail up the living room ceiling instead of replacing it, we trusted their professional opinion that it would not have worked on such a large area. I would definitely have them again and would highly recommend them.
Description of Work: Took down the old ceiling in our living room (about 15 x 25) and totally replaced the ceiling with new dry wall and replastered it with a stucco finish. Renailed the ceilings in two bedrooms and replastered with a stucco finish. Replastered two bathroom 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
$1,450
Ben R.
04/2011
5.0
drywall
+ -1 more
I truly couldn't have asked for this to go any smoother. I call Reames on a Tuesday morning, they were able to come out and give me an estimate that afternoon. On Wednesday they were able to fit my smaller project in between bigger jobs, and came back Friday morning to finish sanding. Mark was great to work with. Very punctual, cleaned up the work area very well, and gave me a price that was much less than I was expecting. Honestly, I felt like I owed him much more given the quality of work and amount of time he took to make sure everything was just right.
Description of Work: I replaced drywall while working on a small bathroom renovation, I comfortable hanging drywall but find that there is a real art to drywall mudding and finishing that is best left to the pros. While finishing the sections of drywall that I hung I also wanted someone to fix up a couple blemishes in the existing drywall left from removing a vanity and preexisting wallpaper.
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
$100
Marlene R.
10/2010
5.0
plastering
+ -1 more
Reames was recommended by our painter, so we gave them a call, they came out and quoted the job. The final price ended up being a little higher because there was more damage than we originally realized. They came in and completed the job in one day and we were very pleased with the results. We were also having some painting done and had another area that ended up needing some repair (plaster) so, with very short notice, they came back and did the job in time to ensure the painter could paint the area while he was still available.
Description of Work: Resurfaced a ceiling. Older home had a stress/settling crack in the ceiling. Reames was recommended, I called and they came, gave us a quote and completed the job. Also had an area between two rooms (pass through) that needed repair which they came a few weeks later and fixed for us.
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
$500
Bonnie G.
06/2010
5.0
drywall, plastering
+ 0 more
They returned our call, came right away to inspect what was needed, sent estimate within 10 days and kept to the price. I can't say enough about the quality of work and materials.
Description of Work: Repairs and some new drywall over entire house, especially in basement, where we had had a flood.They were fast and hardworking, covered up and cleaned up. Nice guys, (brothers?)
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
$1,600
Wayne G.
05/2010
5.0
plastering
+ -1 more
Rec'd callback for estimate first thing in the morning. Work began the very next week. Repair took two days, due to having to wet sand the walls. The crew cleaned up after themselves and did a fine job. They do not perform interior painting but recommended a painter they trusted.
Description of Work: Repaired and replastered two large cracks that ran across the ceiling and down the walls in our great room.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
Renee B.
02/2010
5.0
drywall, plastering
+ 0 more
Found them on Angies List, called them on Saturday and left a message. They called me Monday at 8:00 AM, were out to the house in half an hour.... provided quote and started working that day. Knocked out the job ASAP. Excellent qualityl, fast turn time, and good price - what a great experience!
Description of Work: Mudding drywall seams, getting drywall ready for painting... appx. 700 sqft
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
$600
Christine P.
06/2009
5.0
drywall
+ -1 more
We needed two small drywall holes repaired. I called Reames Drywall on a Thursday, and they came out the very next morning (Friday) to quote the job and then started working on it later that very same day. On Monday they finished sanding. Very quick, professional service and the price was just what I had expected to pay. I would definitely recommend them.
Description of Work: We had two small drywall repairs.
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
$125
PEGGY J.
10/2008
5.0
drywall
+ -1 more
Reames called me back within an hour of leaving a message and came out that day to give a quote. The actual work was performed within a week and the quality was great. The entire job only took a few hours and they did a great job cleaning up. The new ceiling looks just like the existing one.
Description of Work: Patched a large portion of a ceiling and added texture to match existing ceiling.
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Service Categories
Drywall,
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FAQ
REAMES DRYWALL CO INC is currently rated 4.7 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
REAMES DRYWALL CO INC accepts the following forms of payment: Check
Yes, REAMES DRYWALL CO INC offers free project estimates.
No, REAMES DRYWALL CO INC does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, REAMES DRYWALL CO INC does not offer a senior discount.
No, REAMES DRYWALL CO INC does not offer emergency services.
No, REAMES DRYWALL CO INC does not offer warranties.
REAMES DRYWALL CO INC offers the following services: Plaster repair. Dryall repair and installation. Residential and light commercial. Specialty plaster repair including cornices, moldings and trims.