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Old 07-04-2008, 02:37 AM   #1
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I'm hiring a drywall sub to put up drywall in a new home I'm building. I'm asking for 1/2" on walls and 5/8" on ceilings. 3 coats of mud everywhere? What kind of questions do I need to ask when getting a bid?

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Old 07-04-2008, 05:24 AM   #2
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#1 can you use 8'x12' pieces
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Old 07-04-2008, 05:53 AM   #3
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Start with " Have you ever done drywall before ? "
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Do you speak English?...
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Can I try your stilts ?
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