Tools for Contractors : Essential resources for your construction projects
Resources and Tools for contractors
Submittal Creator
Streamline the submittal process with our easy-to-use tool
Sound Assembly Tool
Search wall assemblies based on sound and fire ratings
Find a Dealer
Find PABCO Gypsum products in your area using our dealer locator tool
Project Estimation
Access On Center’s On-Screen Takeoff® and Quick Bid® to simplify your bidding process
FAQs
Find answers to the most often asked questions organized by topic of interest
Learning Center
Sign up for Continuing Education programs-both online and in-person
Useful Product Documentation
Links to useful product literature, installation procedures and industry guidelines and more
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The Sound Design Guide
A transparent and comprehensive resource for sound and fire designs and references.
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Efficient Sound Control
Learn why QuietRock® is preferred by contractors when sound control is important.
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GA-214-2021 Levels of Finish for Gypsum Panel Products
The finishing requirements for walls and ceilings prior to the application of paints and other decorative finishes.
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GA-220-2020 Gypsum Board Winter Related Installation Recommendations
Installation recommendations for interior gypsum board during cold and damp weather.
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GA-221-2019 Causes, Prevention and Repair of Joint Ridging and Centerline Cracking
Describes the causes of ridging and centerline cracking on gypsum panel joints, as well as how to prevent and repair…
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GA-222-2019 Repairing Screw or Nail Pops
Describes the causes of fastener pops and how to repair them on gypsum board surfaces.
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GA-222-2019 Reparacion de Tornillos o Clavos Sobresalidos
Describes the symptoms, causes, and repair methods for fastener pops in gypsum board surfaces
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GA-221-2019 Causas, Prevencion y Reparacion de Rebordes en las Juntas y Agrietamiento en las Lineas Centrales
Describes the symptoms, causes, and repair methods for joint ridging in gypsum board surfaces.
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GA‐255‐2018 Guidance on the Use of Panel “Rips”
Outlines best practices when the use of “belly bands” or “drywall rips” are unavoidable.
