Construction

Drywall, Framing & Painting Houston | 188 CONSTRUCTION

09/02/2026

Drywall, framing and paint are usually the last things people notice — until a crack, a sagging wall or a patchy paint job makes it obvious something wasn’t done right underneath. 188 CONSTRUCTION handles drywall installation and repair, wall and ceiling framing, and interior and exterior painting for homes and businesses across Houston, whether it’s standalone work or the finishing stage of a larger project.

188 CONSTRUCTION is licensed and insured. Framing work that affects structural elements is reviewed accordingly, and all work is completed by trained crews with attention to the prep work that determines how the finish actually looks.

Services We Provide

Drywall

Drywall installation for new construction and additions
Drywall repair — holes, cracks, water damage
Texture matching for patched areas
Ceiling drywall and repair

Framing

Interior wall framing for room additions and layout changes
Non-structural wall removal and framing adjustments
Framing repair following water or foundation-related damage
Rough framing for new construction

Painting

Interior painting, residential and commercial
Exterior painting and surface preparation
Cabinet and trim painting
Color consultation and finish selection

Mr. Nguyen: 346-900-4000

Why Prep Work Is What Actually Determines the Result

A paint job looks as good as the wall underneath it, and a wall looks as good as the drywall finishing beneath that. Skipped sanding, poorly matched texture, or paint applied over unprimed patches are the most common reasons a “finished” wall still looks off once the light hits it a certain way. We treat prep — sanding, priming, texture matching — as part of the job itself, not a step to rush through to get to the visible finish coat.

Why Houston Property Owners Choose 188 CONSTRUCTION

Drywall, framing and paint coordinated together when they’re part of the same project, so finishes aren’t rushed to meet a framing delay
Texture and finish matching that blends with existing walls, not an obvious patch
Framing work reviewed for structural implications before any wall comes down
Licensed and insured operations
Standalone service calls for a single room or wall, not just full-project work
Straight answers about what a rushed job would look like versus a properly prepped one

Our Process

Consultation — We discuss what you need — a repair, a full room, or finishing work tied to a larger project.
Site Visit — We assess the existing walls, framing and surfaces before pricing anything.
Scope and Estimate — The work, materials and pricing are put into a written scope.
Framing and Drywall — Framing adjustments and drywall installation or repair are completed and properly finished.
Painting — Surfaces are prepped, primed and painted according to the selected finish.
Final Walkthrough — We review the completed work together in good lighting to confirm the finish holds up.

Mr. Nguyen: 346-900-4000

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you match texture on a drywall repair so it doesn’t stand out? Matching existing texture is one of the most common requests we get, and it’s a real skill — we sample the existing texture pattern before repairing so the patched area blends rather than standing out under different lighting.

Do you handle load-bearing wall changes? Any wall being altered or removed is reviewed first to determine whether it’s structural. Non-structural framing changes are usually straightforward; load-bearing changes require engineering review, which we coordinate.

Can you paint just one room, or do you only take whole-house jobs? We take both — a single room, a full interior, or exterior-only work.

How soon after drywall repair can a wall be painted? Once the compound is fully dry and sanded, generally within a day or two depending on humidity, the wall is ready to prime and paint.

Service Area

188 CONSTRUCTION serves Houston and surrounding communities, including Katy, Sugar Land, Pearland, The Woodlands, Cypress, Spring and Missouri City, subject to project type, travel distance and scheduling.

Drywall, framing and paint are often the finishing stage of a bigger layout change. See our home remodeling Houston services if you’re planning a larger renovation.