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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.

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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.

Installation Process

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.
Board Types & Applications

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.

Why TAV Construction

Oxford's Sheetrock Hanging Crew — Start to Finish

Full-Service

Hanging, taping, and finishing under one contract — no gap between trade crews, no coordination risk.

Code-Correct

Every project follows Lafayette County and Mississippi IRC requirements — fastener patterns, board thickness, and fire-rated assembly specs documented on request.

Local

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.

Portfolio

Recent hanging and finishing work from TAV Construction across Oxford and North Mississippi.

Newly installed white octagon floor tiles and subway wall tiles in a bathroom remodel.

New Bathroom Tile Installation and Remodel

A bathroom undergoing renovation featuring newly installed white octagon and dot mosaic floor tiles. The background shows a bathtub with white subway tile walls and a small corner shelf. The walls adjacent to the tub appear to be in the process of drywall installation or repair, indicating an active general remodeling project by TAV Construction.

Newly installed hardwood flooring in a furnished bedroom with a large bed and vintage armchair.

Beautiful Hardwood Flooring Installation in Bedroom

A completed bedroom renovation featuring high-quality hardwood flooring with a warm, natural grain. The room is fully furnished with a large bed, decorative headboard, side tables with lamps, and a vintage-style armchair, showcasing the finished look of the new floors.

A modern walk-in shower with white subway tiles on the walls and grey hexagonal tiles on the floor.

Modern Walk-In Shower With Subway Tile

A completed bathroom renovation featuring a walk-in shower. The walls are finished with white subway tiles and dark grout, while the floor and a decorative wall niche feature grey and white hexagonal mosaic tiles. A chrome shower head and handheld sprayer are installed on the wall. The shower is curbless, transitioning smoothly from the main bathroom floor which also uses large hexagonal tiles.

A modern kitchen featuring newly installed rustic hardwood floors, white cabinets, and a dark grey island.

Modern Kitchen with New Hardwood Flooring

A wide-angle view of a recently renovated kitchen featuring light-toned, rustic hardwood flooring with visible knots. The kitchen includes white cabinetry, a dark grey island with a white countertop, and stainless steel appliances including a double wall oven. Three industrial-style pendant lights hang over the island, and the space is illuminated by natural light from a window above the sink.

Newly installed wide-plank hardwood flooring in a living room with a black and marble fireplace.

Beautiful Hardwood Flooring Installation with Fireplace

A high-quality wide-plank hardwood floor installation in a living area. The wood features natural knots and a warm honey-toned finish. In the background, a modern fireplace with a black mantel and marble surround is visible, complemented by dark baseboards and trim that provide a sharp contrast against the light walls.

A top-down view of a newly installed hardwood staircase with white baseboards and grey walls.

Custom Hardwood Staircase Flooring Installation Project

A high-angle view of a completed hardwood flooring installation on a winding staircase. The image shows rich, medium-toned wood planks with visible grain patterns, expertly cut to fit the angular steps. The stairs are bordered by clean white baseboards and neutral grey walls, showcasing a professional finish by TAV Construction.

Newly installed glossy light grey wood-grain floor tiles transitioning from a wooden floor in a home remodeled by TAV Construction.

Professional Tile Installation in Modern Home

A high-angle shot showing a newly completed tile installation in a room, transitioning from a wood-look floor. The tiles are large, rectangular, and feature a light grey wood-grain pattern with a glossy finish that reflects the overhead lighting. The work shows clean grout lines and professional finishing against white baseboards and a door frame.

A work-in-progress scene of hardwood flooring installation with stacks of wood planks and a green air hose on the floor.

Hardwood Flooring Installation in Progress by TAV Construction

A view of a residential interior during a hardwood flooring installation project. The image shows light-colored wood planks being laid across the floor, with several stacks of uninstalled wood boards organized in the background. A bright green air hose is visible on the floor, indicating the use of pneumatic tools for the installation. The room features white walls and baseboards, and the project is currently in the active construction phase.

Newly installed rustic hardwood flooring with natural wood grain and white structural columns in a modern home renovation.

Rustic Hardwood Flooring Installation in Modern Home

A high-angle shot showcasing a newly installed rustic hardwood floor with significant natural grain and knot details. The flooring features a mix of light and dark wood tones with a polished finish. Several white structural columns with clean baseboard molding stand on the floor, leading toward a kitchen area in the background where a dark island and faucet are visible. The work demonstrates professional flooring installation and general remodeling by TAV Construction.

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Testimonials

What Oxford Homeowners Say

Real feedback from TAV Construction clients across Lafayette County.

5.0from 3 reviews
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"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."

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Matthew Hackworth

2026-03-12

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"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."

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Reginald Nicholson

2026-04-17

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"Excellent flooring work and very dependable."

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Scott Hayes

2026-04-17

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FAQ

Sheetrock Installation — Common Questions

Answers to what Oxford homeowners and contractors ask most about drywall hanging in North Mississippi.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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