Fullerton Elite Drywall: Professional Installation and Repair Services for Homes and Businesses
Over 2,400 satisfied Fullerton homeowners and businesses. 98% satisfaction rating across Google, Yelp, and HomeAdvisor.
Fully Trained & Licensed Crew
Every member of our 47-person crew holds a California C-9 drywall contractor license. They complete annual training in current drywall installation standards and fire-rated assembly requirements. They are EPA RRP-certified for lead and asbestos awareness.
Fast Turnaround for Realtors
Fullerton’s active rental market and high volume of property flips mean that every day a unit sits unfinished costs money. Most single-room drywall repairs are completed within 24 hours of the first call. Full room installations are finished in 1 to 2 days.
Commercial Drywall Expertise
Our team has completed over 180 commercial drywall projects across Fullerton’s business districts with 0 failed city inspections. That is because our team has mastered California Title 24 requirements, fire-rated assembly specifications, and general contractor coordination down to a science.
Upfront & Detailed Pricing
We provide an itemized written quote broken down by material, labor, texture, and disposal. In 23 years of operation, we have never issued an invoice higher than the original quote without written change order approval.
Custom Made Walls and Framing For Irregular Layouts
Fullerton homes frequently have non-standard wall dimensions and irregular framing layouts. Our in-house fabrication shop allows us to make custom cuts and fit every panel to the actual framing.
Asbestos-Era Ceiling Work For Older Homes
Popcorn ceilings in homes built before 1980 frequently contain asbestos that must be tested. We conduct a certified asbestos test before a single tool touches the surface. Results are documented and provided to the homeowner.
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Commercial Drywall Projects in Fullerton
Project: Custom Drywall Installation at St. Jude Medical Center in Fullerton
Client: St. Jude Medical Center
Location: Fullerton, CA
Project Type: Commercial Drywall Installation
Service: New Wing Drywall Installation
Size: 4,200 sq ft
Materials: Type X fire-rated drywall, steel framing, mineral wool insulation, Level 5 finish
Cost: $102,000
Timeline: 14 days
Project Scope
Fullerton Elite Drywall was brought in to handle the hospital’s drywall needs when it expanded operations in 2021. The leadership’s goal was to redesign unit layouts to successfully double the hospital’s patient and bed capacity. We also assisted in the campus-wide structural and seismic retrofitting. This ensured that all remaining older medical wings complied with California’s strict updated hospital safety laws.
Working Through COVID-19 Restrictions and Protocols
The biggest challenge was timing. The expansion took place during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, which meant the standard jobsite playbook was thrown out the window. Infection control was mandatory throughout the operation. Our crew followed full PPE protocols on site and worked in controlled zones to minimize contact with hospital staff and patients. We also planned our schedules perfectly to keep disruptions to active medical areas as close to zero as possible.
Hospital-Wide Drywall Upgrades and Seismic Retrofitting
Our team installed 4,200 square feet of Type X fire-rated drywall across the new wing. These installations covered patient rooms, corridors, and shared medical spaces. Our crew worked in two shifts, with the heavier work staged during the facility’s lowest-traffic hours. All cutting was done in a designated staging area away from patient rooms. Dust containment barriers were installed beforehand.
For the seismic retrofitting, we removed drywall in the older wings so the structural framing could be reinforced. Once that was done, we closed everything back up and matched the existing finishes. All work met California’s updated hospital safety standards, with documentation to back it up.
Total Cost and Final Inspection
Materials: $46,800
Labor: $43,200
Containment and site prep: $12,000
Total: $102,000
Once we were through, the new wing was inspected by the California Department of Public Health. As expected, it passed with flying colors. However, what really stood out was that not a single complaint was filed by staff or patients during the entire 14-day build. The facility manager was so pleased with our work that they brought us back for the Virginia K. Crosson Cancer Institute, located inside the St. Jude Medical Plaza, as it aggressively scaled up its infrastructure.
Complete Commercial Drywall Solutions in Fullerton
Specialized Drywall Installation for Businesses
Since expanding our commercial division in 2012, we’ve completed over 180 business projects. Our night-shift installers work like a reliable delivery team. They keep your doors open while delivering paint-ready finishes.
Metal Framing and Structural Drywall Expertise
Our founder has worked with steel framing since the early 80s. Today, our framers carry on what he taught them. They use this experience to erect laser-aligned metal stud track systems across the Fullerton Business Center. All our installations are rust-proof and engineered to withstand California seismic activity.
Acoustic and Fire-Resistant Systems
In our experience, double-layer Type X drywall paired with mineral wool insulation offers the ultimate sound dampening. It is the go-to combination for multi-unit properties where neighbors would otherwise be keeping each other up at night. We provide full UL assembly documentation for a flawless paper trail.
Tenant Improvement Drywall
Every year at the Service Trade Show, our team picks up new rapid-turnaround strategies that we bring straight back to the job site. The result is complete overhauls finished in 5 to 7 days. Our quick turnaround time helps retail openings stay strictly on schedule.
Commercial Ceiling Systems
Our team prides itself on precise calibration. We do not guess and throw accuracy to the wind. We use dual-axis laser levels on every span, and 99% of our commercial clients report 0 sagging or level issues across large open floor plans.
Medical Grade Drywall
Our crew constructed a sterile, infection-controlled wall system for St. Jude Medical Center. It came with antimicrobial joint compounds and non-porous gypsum board. These are standard on every installation we complete for medical and dental facilities in Fullerton.
Full-Service Residential Drywall Offerings in Fullerton
Drywall Installation and Texturing
Our team has completed over 2,400 Fullerton installations with a 97% first-inspection pass rate. We make all our custom-cut panels in-house. Custom textures are applied the old way, by hand, by people who actually know what they are doing.
Plaster Repair and Restoration
When pre-1960 Fullerton plaster cracks, standard drywall patches fail. With our 20 years of experience, we know that proper plaster restoration helps homes sell significantly faster.
Drywall Patchwork and Upgrades
In recent months, we’ve repaired drywall for over 150 local buildings. We are the go-to team for Fullerton-area landlords. Our team patches, textures, and finishes to paint-ready condition faster than most contractors can return a phone call.
Water and Moisture Damage Drywall Repair
One Fullerton homeowner came to us after several failed patch jobs. We tore it out, took precise moisture readings, cleared the surrounding cavity, and reinstalled it correctly. That was six years ago and there has not been a problem since.
Popcorn Ceiling Removal and Replacement
Since 2006, our crew has modernized outdated ceilings across Orange County. We test for asbestos and scrape popcorn textures off every pre-1980 ceiling we touch. After all, popcorn belongs on your snacks, not your ceiling.
Garage and ADU Drywall Installation
Driven by local rental demand, our crew knocks out ADU buildouts weekly. We hang fire-rated Type X drywall according to California Building Code specifications. We also handle all Fullerton permit filings, so all that's left for you to do is collect rent.
A Step-by-Step Look at Our Drywall Process in Fullerton
Step 1: Initial Consultation and Project Assessment
Our on-site evaluation measures your space, assesses structural requirements, identifies ceiling heights and architectural features, and discusses your timeline and budget to ensure alignment with your drywall needs. During this phase, our experts determine whether metal framing or wood studs will best serve your project and flag any unique challenges affecting installation.
Step 2: Precision Framing and Surface Preparation
Once approved, our installation team prepares the workspace and verifies all framing is level, plumb, and properly spaced, installing metal framing or repairing existing framing based on the assessment recommendations. Special attention goes to electrical boxes, plumbing fixtures, and HVAC vents to ensure clean cutouts and proper integration with your home's systems.
Step 3: Expert Drywall Hanging and Fastening
Each sheet is measured and cut with precision to minimize waste and ensure tight seams, with panels hung in optimal sequence (ceilings before walls) and secured with appropriate fasteners at proper intervals to prevent sagging or popping screws. Moisture-resistant drywall is installed in bathrooms and kitchens, as identified during the initial assessment, creating a durable foundation ready for finishing work.
Step 4: Finishing, Inspection, and Quality Assurance
Multiple coats of joint compound create seamless transitions between panels, with all seams and corners taped and successive layers applied with proper drying time, then sanded smooth to eliminate imperfections. A detailed final inspection verifies that all work meets your specifications from the initial consultation, addresses minor blemishes, and includes thorough workspace cleanup before project completion.
Why Choose Fullerton Elite Drywalls
Clean and Quiet Job Sites
Our team keeps the workplace clean and quiet. We use plastic dust barriers, floor protection, and daily debris removal to keep the home livable throughout the project. Occupied rentals and homes with tenants still on-site are a specialty.
Premium Materials on Every Build
We use USG and National Gypsum board exclusively. These two brands are consistently rated highest for integrity, fire resistance, and finish quality by the Gypsum Association. Cheap imported board shows every flaw through the finish. Ours does not.
Leadership That Shows Up
Our founder has been working with drywall and steel framing since the early 1980s and still walks every commercial job site before sign-off. The standards he set when he started the company are the same ones the 47-person crew operates by today.
What Fullerton Clients Say About Our Drywall Work
I hired Fullerton Elite Drywall for a complete kitchen renovation in my home, and I couldn't be happier with the results. Their team was punctual, professional, and incredibly detailed in their work. They handled the drywall installation flawlessly. They also cleaned up thoroughly every single day. Highly recommend!
Eve Rodriguez
DOWNTOWN FULLERTON
As a business owner, I needed a reliable drywall contractor for our office tenant improvement project. Fullerton Elite Drywall coordinated perfectly with our general contractor and stayed on schedule despite our tight timeline. Their team worked off-hours to minimize disruption to our operations, and the fire-rated systems they installed met all building code requirements.
James Chen
BREA
Our 1950s home had significant plaster damage, and I was nervous about finding someone who could restore it properly. Fullerton Elite Drywall matched the original texture perfectly and preserved the character of our home while making the walls structurally sound again. They identified and fixed moisture issues we didn't even know we had. Trustworthy, skilled, and reasonably priced. Thank you!
Patricia Nguyen
PLACENTIA
Fullerton Drywall FAQs
Our commercial drywall services include:
- Metal Stud Framing & Structural Drywall
- Tenant Improvements & Office Remodels
- Acoustic & Fire-Rated Assembly Systems
- Commercial Suspended & Cloud Ceiling Systems
- Medical & Clean Room Drywall Installation
- Commercial Drywall Repair & Patchwork
Our residential drywall services include:
- New Home & ADU Drywall Installation
- Room Addition & Remodel Drywall Hanging
- Taping, Mudding & Sanding
- Custom Wall & Ceiling Texturing
- Hole, Crack & Patch Repairs
- Water & Moisture Damage Restoration
- Seamless Texture Matching
Estimates and timelines are calculated by conducting an on-site evaluation to measure square footage, ceiling heights, and access conditions, while factoring in your required finish level, material specifications, and current permit drying schedules into a fixed, itemized cost and completion plan.
The installation and finishing process includes precise site measurements, material delivery, and framing inspection, followed by hanging drywall panels with code-compliant fastener spacing. Our crew then applies three distinct joint compound coats with precision sanding between applications, finishes with your selected wall texture, and completes a full post-job cleanup.
We maintain quality throughout the project by running phase-by-phase checks at every stage, from framing to taping to final sand. Experienced crews apply standardized taping and finishing techniques in every room, using proper lighting during finishing and sanding to catch imperfections before a drop of paint goes on.
Yes, Fullerton Elite Drywall is licensed and insured for work in California. Our team holds a California C-9 drywall contractor license and carries full general liability and workers’ compensation insurance. License and insurance documentation are available upon request.