
Ketchikan Drywall Services, Inc.
Est. 1981
Licensed, bonded, and insured in Washington and Alaska.


DRYWALL | STEEL STUD FRAMING | CEILINGS
COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL
Ketchikan Drywall Services, Inc. is a full-service drywall company specializing in steel stud framing, acoustical ceilings, drywall installation, and finishing. We are a Western Washington-based company that consistently achieves complete customer and employee satisfaction through continuous quality improvement, emphasis on value, employee training, and job safety management. We have experience and are licensed to perform work in Alaska and Washington, and we bring the same level of service wherever a project takes us. Ketchikan Drywall Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employs a diverse workforce of highly motivated, professional employees.
Drywall
Hanging, Taping, and Finishing
From rough-hanging to a Level 5 finish, our company has set the standard in the industry. We ensure that every project, regardless of size, meets the highest standard of quality, precision, and code compliance. We are consistent, efficient, and provide the highest level of craftsmanship.
Wall and ceiling board installation
Fire-rated assemblies
Moisture-resistant and specialty board
Shaft wall and area separation wall systems
Corner Bead Installation
Window and door wraps
PVA and Texture
Suspended Ceilings
We install suspended ceilings that are designed to enhance acoustics, improve access to mechanical systems, and deliver a clean, modern look. Our team is experienced in laying out and installing T-bar grid systems from Armstrong World Industries, USG Corporation, CertainTeed, Hunter Douglas, Saint-Gobain, Rockfon, and SAS Int., and acoustical ceiling tiles (ACT).
T-bar grid layout and installation
Acoustical ceiling tile (ACT) installation
Specialty ceiling systems
Soffits and bulkheads
Coordination with HVAC, electrical, and fire sprinkler systems
Repairs, replacements, and tenant improvements
Light Gauge Framing (cold formed steel)
We provide professional light gauge metal framing to commercial and residential projects. We deliver precise, code-compliant framing for drywall, ceilings, and architectural finishes.
Interior (walls and partitions)
Exterior
Shaft Wall Systems
Soffits, bulkheads, and architectural features.
Suspended Ceiling Framing
Backing and Blocking
Framing for Doors and Windows
Structural and Non Structural
Patch and Repair
We specialize in drywall patching and repair, delivering flawless results that disappear into your existing walls and ceilings. From minor touch-ups to major repairs caused by water damage or remodeling, we take the extra steps to match textures, finishes, and edges perfectly. Our goal is simple: leave your space looking untouched, clean, and professionally restored
Hole and crack repairs
Water damage restoration
Ceiling repairs
Texture matching (orange peel, knockdown, smooth finish, etc.)
Seam and joint repair
Paint-ready finishing
We repair lath and plaster, too!
Drywall Ceilings
We install drywall ceilings for commercial spaces and in our residential projects, too, delivering smooth, durable finishes that meet project specifications. From standard flat ceilings to complex layouts with soffits and bulkheads, our team ensures precise framing, secure board installation, and high-quality finishing ready for paint or texture.
Ceiling framing (metal studs and track)
Soffits, bulkheads, and drop features
Fire-rated ceiling assemblies
Tape, mud, and finish (Level 4 & 5)
Texture or smooth finish, paint-ready
Structural Framing (heavy gauge)
We are experienced in installing heavy-gauge steel stud framing designed to support exterior walls, multi-story construction, and high-load conditions. We excel in both layout and installation with knowledgeable journeymen framers well-versed in building codes and industry standard engineering practices.
Structural stud framing - load-bearing walls
Curtain Wall Systems
Shear Wall Framing
Track and Stud Installation (deflection and slip track systems)
Anchorage and Connection Hardware (ex. SureBoard)

5,000+
Projects Completed
200+
Team Members
40+
Years of Experience
WE SET THE STANDARD IN THE DRYWALL AND STEEL STUD FRAMING INDUSTRY.

After 45 years as a drywall and steel stud framing contractor, our company has developed the expertise to take on any project. We have successfully completed work across all types of job sites, from small-scale tenant improvements to large commercial developments. While our capabilities are broad, we specialize in multi-unit housing, custom home construction, and on remote job sites - where coordination and reliability are crucial. Our experience in challenging, logistically demanding environments enables us to deliver consistent, high-quality workmanship regardless of location, schedule, or scope of work.

Safety Culture
Our company is recognized as a leader in construction safety. We are dedicated to investing in extensive training for our employees, equ them with the latest safety gear, and implementing premier safety program. As a long-standing member of SMART 10 years, we prioritize the health and safety of our workforce ensuring that safety is integral to our operations.
