New Construction Drywall

For new home construction and home addition projects, drywall installation happens after framing inspection, insulation, and rough mechanical inspections are signed off. We measure, cut, and hang drywall on walls and ceilings, then tape, coat, sand, and texture to match the finish level specified. We know the inspection sequence and don't get ahead of required sign-offs.

Basement Drywall Installation

Basement drywall has specific requirements — moisture-resistant board on exterior walls, fire-rated board on mechanical room walls, and in most Utah municipalities, specific fire blocking requirements where the walls meet the floor framing. We know these requirements for Salt Lake City, Provo, Orem, Draper, and the surrounding areas.

Bathroom and Kitchen Drywall

Wet areas require cement board or moisture-resistant drywall behind tile. We see a lot of bathroom remodels where the previous contractor used standard drywall behind tile and it failed within a few years. We use the right board in the right location every time.

Drywall Finishing Levels

Drywall finish is rated on a scale from Level 0 to Level 5. Most residential walls in Utah are finished to Level 4 — suitable for flat paint. Smooth, glossy, or painted in a critical light situation requires Level 5, which adds a skim coat over the entire surface. We match the finish level to what the application needs. We don't over-spec or under-spec.

Texture Matching

Older homes in Millcreek, Murray, Holladay, and Sugar House often have textured walls — skip trowel, orange peel, or knockdown. If we're adding drywall in a remodel, we match the existing texture so the addition blends in. Texture matching is a skill that takes practice and we do it well.

Drywall Installation for Additions and Remodels

Home additions, garage conversions, and basement finishing projects all require extensive drywall work. Apogee Builder Group handles drywall as part of full general contracting projects or as a standalone service for homeowners who need drywall-only work done. We serve projects of all sizes across Salt Lake County, Utah County, and Davis County.