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When you hire Howard Drywall, you're working with a family-owned company that values your time, your property, and your peace of mind. We show up prepared, communicate clearly, and stay focused on your project through completion.
We respect your time and the commitments we make. From scheduling to completion, we keep the process organized, communicate clearly, and follow through on the work we agree to do. We take pride in doing the job right and delivering the quality workmanship our customers expect.
The Howard Standard is more than a seal. It represents the level of work we expect from ourselves on every project.
With 60+ years of combined drywall experience, the Howard family has built its reputation through hands-on knowledge, dependable work, and an uncompromising eye for detail.
We don’t cut corners. We don’t rely on shortcuts. And we don’t sacrifice quality to get a job finished.
Every stage matters, from preparation and installation to fastening, taping, joint treatment, finishing, sanding, and paint.
We also understand that your time matters. When we give you a completion date, we work to meet it. We show up, work efficiently, and stay committed to the project until the work is complete.
That’s the Howard Standard:
Quality work. Proper materials. Professional tools. Attention to detail. Dependable results.
Our name is on the work, so we’re going to stand behind it.
Craftsmanship is where experience becomes visible. Anyone can hang drywall. Exceptional drywall work requires understanding how a finished surface should look, feel, and perform long after the tools leave the room.
At Howard Drywall, we approach every project with the precision and technical knowledge that comes from decades in the trade. We select quality materials and professional-grade products, and we use the right tools for the job rather than trying to make one shortcut solve every problem.
Our process focuses on the things that determine the final, long-lasting result: straight lines, clean corners, properly treated joints, consistent finishing, smooth transitions, careful sanding, and thorough preparation for paint.
Those details may seem small while the work is underway, but they become very noticeable once the lights come on and the finished wall is painted. We don’t simply aim to make a wall look good from across the room. We aim to create a finished surface that holds up to close inspection.
Our craftsmanship is rooted in doing the job the way we would want it done in our own home. When our name is attached to a project, we want to be proud of what we left behind.
There is a certain way the Howard family approaches the things we build. You work hard. You show up. You pay attention. You finish what you start. And you take pride in doing it well.
That attitude doesn’t stop when the workday ends. For the Howards, quality is part of the culture. It’s in the shop, it’s on the jobsite, and yes, it’s even on the racetrack.
The same mindset that goes into building and finishing a wall goes into building a car: preparation matters, precision matters, the details matter, and eventually, every shortcut catches up with you.
Work hard. Drive fast. Take pride. That’s a little bit of personality, but there’s something serious underneath it.
The Howard Way means believing that good work deserves effort, respect, and pride.
It means respecting the materials, respecting the craft, and respecting the customer who trusted us with their home or business.
The race cars may move fast. The workmanship doesn’t get rushed. We take the time necessary to get it right.
We believe a successful project is about more than the finished walls. It’s about providing an experience our customers can feel confident in from the first conversation through completion. Great service starts with treating people right. We communicate clearly, arrive prepared, respect your property, and keep you informed throughout the project. From the initial estimate to the final walkthrough, we make the process straightforward, professional, and dependable. We take pride in earning our customers’ trust, not simply completing another job.
Our goal is simple: do good business, deliver a great result, and leave every customer glad they called Howard Drywall.
Explore our expertise, highlighting decades of craftsmanship and commitment to excellence.
Over six decades of combined drywall expertise ensuring precise and quality results, decade after decade.
Successfully delivered over six thousand home / commercial drywall installations and repairs with satisfaction.
Maintaining top-tier satisfaction rate through professional service and meticulous attention to detail.
From residential renovations and new construction to commercial spaces and specialty projects, we bring the same quality materials, proven techniques, attention to detail, and pride in our work to every project we take on. We build every project with the quality, precision, and durability to stand the test of time.
Howard Drywall proudly serves Bloomington / Normal, IL and surrounding cities, providing professional residential drywall and painting services throughout the area with a focus on quality workmanship, precision, and attention to detail.
We'll review the details provided and contact you to discuss your project and schedule an on-site walkthrough. During the walkthrough, we'll assess the work, discuss the scope of your needs, and answer any questions. After evaluating the project, we'll need a little time to review the material costs and other factors needed to prepare your estimate. Once the estimate is complete, we'll provide your quote and outline the next steps.
We work on a wide range of drywall and painting projects for new home builds, remodeling, renovation, and home repair needs, including drywall finishing, drywall installation, drywall texturing, drywall repairs, Level 5 finishing with mud and plaster mesh, and popcorn ceiling removal. Our drywall services can be tailored to the needs of each project, from wall to ceiling. We also provide quality interior and exterior painting services. Please visit our Services page for a complete overview of everything we offer.
Once your project is approved and scheduled, a material payment is collected before work begins to cover the materials required for the job. The remaining balance is due upon completion, following the terms agreed upon for the project.
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