Chicago’s Go-To Team for Drywall & Sound Deadening

Minority-owned. Schedule-driven. Punch-list perfect—from framing to paint-ready.

Minority-Owned Business • Chicago & Suburbs • Commercial & Residential • OSHA-Compliant Safety

Hard Rock Construction 2 delivers precision drywall and finishing across Chicago—on time, on spec, and paint-ready. From board hang to expert taping, mudding, sanding, and Level 5 finish, we keep schedules tight and punch lists short. Minority-owned and Chicago-built, we’re trusted by GCs, property managers, and homeowners alike.

Our Value

Level 5 Specialists:

Mirror-smooth walls for high-light, high-end spaces.

Schedule Discipline:

Reliable start dates, daily progress, clean handoffs to painters.

Punch-List Minimal:

QA at every stage so you finish faster.

Chicago Tough:

Crews who know city logistics, permits, and jobsite realities.

Services

Drywall Installation

Stud framing coordination, board hanging, fire-rated assemblies (per plan), moisture-resistant board for baths/kitchens, sound-attenuating systems, soffits/bulkheads, and detailed patch/repair.

Taping, Mudding & Sanding

All phases from first coat to final sand. Consistent corners/angles, crisp reveals, and clean transitions across substrates. Surface prep for primer and paint-ready delivery.

Level of Finish Expertise (L0–L5)

  • Level 3–4: Most standard residential & commercial interiors.
  • Level 5: Skim coat for critical-light areas, glassy surfaces, and premium paint/sheens.
    
We advise on the right level for your space and lighting to avoid post-paint surprises.

Priming & Paint- Ready Prep

  • Level 3–4: Most standard residential & commercial interiors.
  • Level 5: Skim coat for critical-light areas, glassy surfaces, and premium paint/sheens.
    
We advise on the right level for your space and lighting to avoid post-paint surprises.

Specialty Work

Radius walls, architectural details, acoustical drywall solutions, and tenant build-out reconfigurations.

Who We Serve

  • General Contractors & Construction Managers – New builds, TI, refresh projects
  • Property Managers & Owners – Unit turns, capital projects, common-area upgrades
  • Homeowners/Designers – Kitchens, basements, additions, whole-home remodels

Project sizes: From single rooms and unit turns to full floors and multi-family.

Why Hard Rock Construction 2

Minority-Owned, Chicago-Built: We take pride in representing Chicago craftsmanship and partnering on supplier diversity goals. (Certification status/details available upon request.)

Clean, Consistent Work: Straight lines, flat planes, tight joints. The stuff that makes paint look great.
Communication First: Daily updates, clear scopes, documented change orders, and zero drama.

Safety & Compliance: OSHA-compliant practices, tidy sites, and respectful crews.

Our Process

Scope & Walkthrough

Review plans/space, identify finish level, timeline, and access.

Transparent Quote

Line-item scope with assumptions and exclusions so nothing’s vague.

Schedule Lock

Crew calendar, delivery coordination, and staging plan.

Install & Finish

Hang → tape/mud → sand → skim (if Level 5) → touch-ups → primer.

QA & Turnover

Blue-tape walkthrough, punch-list closeout, paint-ready handoff.

Chicago Service Area

City: Loop, West Loop, River North, South Loop, Bronzeville, Hyde Park, Pilsen, Wicker Park, Bucktown, Logan Square, Lincoln Park, Lakeview, Uptown, Edgewater, Rogers Park, Avondale, Albany Park, Portage Park, Jefferson Park, Edison Park, Norwood Park, Beverly, Mount Greenwood.

Suburbs (sample): Oak Park, Berwyn, Cicero, Skokie, Evanston, Niles, Park Ridge, Des Plaines, Norridge, Lincolnwood, Morton Grove, Elmwood Park, Forest Park, Melrose Park, Oak Lawn, Burbank, Bridgeview.

(Typically within ~45 minutes of downtown. Ask about larger projects outside this radius.)

Our Process

Chicago Service Area

Scope & Walkthrough

Review plans/space, identify finish level, timeline, and access.

Transparent Quote

Line-item scope with assumptions and exclusions so nothing’s vague.

Schedule Lock

Crew calendar, delivery coordination, and staging plan.

Install & Finish

Hang → tape/mud → sand → skim (if Level 5) → touch-ups → primer.

QA & Turnover

Blue-tape walkthrough, punch-list closeout, paint-ready handoff.

City: Loop, West Loop, River North, South Loop, Bronzeville, Hyde Park, Pilsen, Wicker Park, Bucktown, Logan Square, Lincoln Park, Lakeview, Uptown, Edgewater, Rogers Park, Avondale, Albany Park, Portage Park, Jefferson Park, Edison Park, Norwood Park, Beverly, Mount Greenwood.

Suburbs (sample): Oak Park, Berwyn, Cicero, Skokie, Evanston, Niles, Park Ridge, Des Plaines, Norridge, Lincolnwood, Morton Grove, Elmwood Park, Forest Park, Melrose Park, Oak Lawn, Burbank, Bridgeview.

(Typically within ~45 minutes of downtown. Ask about larger projects outside this radius.)

Featured Projects

River North Condo Refresh – Level 5 Finish

High-light corridor + living areas; full skim and primer; paint-ready in 5 days.

South Loop Office TI – Level 4

Halls and glass-line walls with sound-attenuating assemblies; punch-list closed in 24 hours.

Hyde Park Brownstone – Kitchen & Lower Level

Moisture-resistant board, soffits, and smooth transitions to original plaster.

Recent Work

FAQs

What’s the difference between Level 4 and Level 5?

Level 4 is the standard finish for most painted walls. Level 5 adds a skim coat across the surface for a perfectly uniform substrate—ideal for bright lighting, smooth sheens, and long sightlines.

How do you keep dust down?

We use controlled sanding, plastic containment where needed, and daily cleanup to protect adjacent areas and HVAC.

Can you match existing textures or plaster?

Yes. We can blend new drywall into existing surfaces and recreate common textures for a seamless look.

How fast can you start?

Availability depends on scope and material lead times. Share your plans/photos and we’ll give you an accurate start window.

Do you handle primer?

Yes—if included in scope. We ensure a paint-ready surface and can apply primer to speed painter mobilization.

Compliance, Insurance & Safety

We maintain active insurance and follow OSHA-compliant safety practices. Site protection and cleanliness are standard. COI available on request.

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