Professional Sheetrock Installation and Hanging in Oxford, MS
TAV Construction brings precision sheetrock hanging to Oxford, MS and surrounding Lafayette County — from new builds to room additions, every board placed to spec.

Sheetrock installation is foundational work — done right, it disappears behind a clean, paint-ready surface. Done wrong, it shows in every coat of paint for the life of the room. TAV Construction has installed drywall across Oxford, Water Valley, Batesville, and throughout North Mississippi, building a reputation on straight seams, correct fastening patterns, and boards chosen to match the application. Whether you are framing a new addition, finishing an unfinished basement, or enclosing a renovation, our crew carries the right boards to the site and hangs them to code.
We stock and install every standard sheet thickness: 1/2 inch for interior walls, 5/8 inch Type X for fire-rated assemblies, green board for moisture-exposed areas, and 1/4 inch flex-board for curved surfaces. Our estimators specify board type by location before a single sheet is cut, so your project meets Lafayette County code without last- minute substitutions.
Precision Sheetrock Hanging for Oxford Homes
Every installation starts with a board layout plan — not a guess. TAV Construction maps sheet placement before the first panel is lifted, positioning seams away from high-stress corners and minimizing the number of joints the finisher has to float.
Proper hanging requires more than muscle — it requires knowledge of how gypsum board responds to building movement, humidity cycles, and the specific framing it attaches to. Oxford's climate cycles between humid summers and cold winters, which stresses wall assemblies at seams and fastener points. TAV Construction crews account for this by following manufacturer-specified screw spacing and edge clearance tolerances on every project.
Ceiling work gets particular attention. Hanging drywall overhead against gravity — especially on vaulted or cathedral ceilings — demands correct fastener placement and structural awareness that goes beyond standard wall work. We use lift equipment on large ceiling spans and confirm rafter or truss spacing before committing to a layout pattern.
Every Lafayette County residential project we complete follows IRC fastening requirements: proper screw gauge, correct penetration depth into framing, and field vs. edge spacing that keeps the paper face intact. These are the details that determine whether a finished wall holds or telegraphs cracks within a year.
What's Included in Every Hanging Job
- ✓ Strategic board layout — seam placement mapped to minimize joints at stress points and doorway corners before any cutting begins.
- ✓ Correct board selection — 1/2 inch standard, 5/8 inch Type X fire-rated, moisture-resistant green board, and 1/4 inch flex-board specified by location.
- ✓ Vaulted and custom ceilings — lift-assisted hanging for large ceiling spans, with layout adapted to cathedral angles and exposed beam configurations.
- ✓ Lafayette County code compliance — screw gauge, field/edge spacing, and penetration depth verified against current IRC residential requirements on every project.
Specialty Drywall Boards and Applications
Not every wall gets the same board. TAV Construction carries the full range of specialty gypsum products and knows which application calls for which panel — including the cases where standard 1/2 inch drywall is the wrong choice.
4x12 Sheets for Open Floor Plans
Standard 4x8 sheets create horizontal seams at roughly the four- foot mark on nine- and ten-foot walls — a joint that floaters have to chase the length of an entire room. TAV Construction uses 4x12 panels on taller walls in modern open-plan layouts, dropping that horizontal seam and giving finishers a cleaner surface to work from. The result is fewer joint lines visible in raking light after paint.
Sound-Dampening Drywall
Media rooms, home offices, and master suites benefit from sound-dampening panels — specialty boards with a viscoelastic polymer core that converts sound energy to heat instead of transmitting it through the wall assembly. TAV Construction installs QuietRock and equivalent products correctly, using resilient channel mounts where appropriate to maximize STC rating.
Cement Board and Tile Backer
Wet areas — shower surrounds, tub decks, bathroom floors — require a substrate that won't degrade when moisture gets behind tile. TAV Construction installs Hardiebacker, Schluter Kerdi board, and equivalent cement board products, taping seams with alkali-resistant mesh and thinset before tile work begins. This is required by code in Mississippi bath applications and eliminates mold risk behind tilework.
1/4 Inch Flex-Board for Curved Features
Arched entryways, curved accent walls, and barrel ceiling sections require a panel thin enough to bend without cracking. Quarter-inch drywall is installed in double layers — dampened and bent to the curve, then dried and topped with a second layer — giving curved surfaces the same structural depth as standard wall assemblies. TAV Construction has completed curved feature walls and archways across Oxford residential and light commercial projects.
Beyond specialty boards, TAV Construction carries moisture-resistant green board and purple board for bathroom walls, laundry rooms, and any wall adjacent to exterior-facing framing in North Mississippi's humid climate. We specify board type during the estimate phase and confirm selections before material is ordered — so there are no substitutions mid-project that change the finish outcome or code compliance of the assembly.
Oxford's Sheetrock Hanging Crew — Start to Finish
Hanging, taping, and finishing under one contract — no gap between trade crews, no coordination risk.
Every project follows Lafayette County and Mississippi IRC requirements — fastener patterns, board thickness, and fire-rated assembly specs documented on request.
Based in North Mississippi, serving Oxford, Water Valley, Batesville, Coffeeville, and surrounding Lafayette County communities.
Most homeowners and general contractors in Oxford hire a hanging crew and a finishing crew separately — then manage the handoff themselves. TAV Construction covers both phases under a single scope: we hang, tape, coat, sand, and deliver paint-ready walls. Project management stays with one point of contact throughout, and the finish crew knows exactly how the hanging was done because they work from the same job.
Our crews have installed sheetrock in new construction homes, room additions, converted garages, unfinished basements, and light commercial tenant improvements across North Mississippi. We carry general liability insurance and can provide documentation for permitted projects requiring contractor credentials on file with Lafayette County building department.
Related Drywall Services
Holes, cracks, water damage, and texture matching — seamless repairs that disappear under paint.
Complete hanging and finishing packages for new construction and whole-home renovations.
Full bath remodels including wet-area drywall, tile backer, and moisture-resistant wall assemblies.
Sheetrock Installation Projects
Recent hanging and finishing work from TAV Construction across Oxford and North Mississippi.

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What Oxford Homeowners Say
Real feedback from TAV Construction clients across Lafayette County.
"Glevin is a kind and generous human being — and from there, his talent flows. I've worked with him multiple times, hiring him to install tile, flooring — anything where finish counts. He is dependable, reasonable, thoughtful and considerate. A true professional."
Matthew Hackworth
2026-03-12
"My experience with TAV Construction was great. Gavin does excellent work — he's good at what he does. I would recommend him to anyone looking for someone who's dedicated to doing his job. My hat goes off to him."
Reginald Nicholson
2026-04-17
"Excellent flooring work and very dependable."
Scott Hayes
2026-04-17
Sheetrock Installation — Common Questions
Answers to what Oxford homeowners and contractors ask most about drywall hanging in North Mississippi.
What is the standard cost for 1/2 inch drywall installation?
Pricing depends on labor per sheet, current material costs, and total project scale. For a standard room in Oxford or Lafayette County, labor typically runs per-sheet with material costs fluctuating with regional supply. Larger projects unlock volume pricing — contact TAV Construction for a line-item estimate.
How long does it take to hang sheetrock in a full room?
A standard bedroom or living room can be hung in one day by an experienced crew. Room complexity — vaulted ceilings, multiple angles, custom niches — and crew size affect the timeline. TAV Construction typically completes full-room hanging within one to two days and coordinates finishing on the same job.
Do you offer sheetrock installation for small additions?
Yes. TAV Construction works on renovations and additions of all sizes, including single-room additions and bump-outs. We integrate new drywall seamlessly with existing walls and match finish levels so new work is paint-ready alongside original surfaces.
What is the difference between sheetrock and drywall?
Sheetrock is a brand name — the USG Corporation's proprietary drywall product — while drywall is the generic term for gypsum board panels used throughout the construction industry. Both meet the same product standards; the names are used interchangeably on job sites across North Mississippi.
Should I use 1/2 inch or 5/8 inch drywall?
Half-inch panels are the standard for interior walls. Five-eighths-inch Type X is required by code for fire-rated assemblies — garage walls adjacent to living space, certain ceiling applications, and multi-family construction. Lafayette County follows IRC fire code requirements, and TAV Construction selects the correct thickness for each application.
Can you install drywall over existing plaster?
Yes. Overlay installations use furring strips to create a level substrate, then new drywall is fastened over the existing plaster. This approach is common in Oxford's older homes and historic neighborhoods, preserving wall integrity without full demolition.
Do you handle the taping and finishing too?
TAV Construction provides full-service hanging through finishing. We tape, coat, sand, and deliver walls paint-ready under a single project scope. You deal with one contractor from bare studs to final surface — no coordination gap between hanging and finishing crews.
Is green board required in Mississippi bathrooms?
Moisture-resistant drywall (green board or purple board) is strongly recommended for bathroom walls in Mississippi given regional humidity levels. Code requires water-resistant backer in wet areas adjacent to tile. TAV Construction installs the correct board type based on the application and ensures compliance with Mississippi residential building standards.
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Serving Oxford and North Mississippi
Conveniently located for Oxford, MS and Lafayette County customers
Hours
Monday - Friday: 9am - 6pm
Saturday: 9am - 5pm
Sunday: Closed
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