Fire-Resistant Drywall Services | GoldStar Builders

Fire-resistant drywall, often referred to as Type X drywall, is specifically designed to provide extra time for evacuation and to reduce the spread of fire in a building. 

Unlike standard drywall, fire-rated drywall contains additives like glass fibers that increase its durability and resistance to high temperatures. This type of drywall is essential for areas like:

 (offices, retail spaces, warehouses)

(apartments, condominiums)

 (schools, hospitals, hotels)

 (especially in garages, basements, and utility rooms)

Fire-rated drywall significantly slows the spread of fire, giving occupants more time to evacuate and emergency responders more time to contain the fire. 

This increased fire resistance can make the difference between minimal damage and a total loss.

Many building codes require fire-resistant drywall in specific areas, such as in shared walls between units in multifamily buildings or in garages adjacent to homes. Installing Type X drywall helps ensure that your property is compliant with local fire safety regulations.

Fire-resistant drywall also provides additional structural protection, helping to prevent walls and ceilings from collapsing during a fire. The fiberglass-reinforced core gives it added strength, making it less likely to fail under extreme heat.

By installing fire-rated drywall, you can often reduce your property insurance premiums. Many insurers offer lower rates for buildings that include fire-resistant features, as they pose less risk of catastrophic loss.

Having fire-rated drywall installed in critical areas of your home or business provides peace of mind, knowing that your property is better protected in the event of a fire.

It ensures that you are doing everything possible to safeguard your investment and the lives of those inside.

At GoldStar Builders, we provide several types of fire-rated drywall, tailored to the specific needs of your project:

The standard for fire-resistant drywall, Type X drywall has a fire rating of up to 60 minutes. 

It is commonly installed in walls and ceilings that need to meet fire code requirements, including between shared walls in multifamily housing and in utility rooms.

A step up from Type X, Type C drywall is designed for areas that require extended fire resistance, with fire ratings up to 90 or 120 minutes. 

It is often used in high-risk areas like stairwells, hallways, and emergency exits in commercial buildings.

In addition to standard wall applications, we also offer specialized fire-resistant ceiling panels that help contain fires in upper levels of a building. These panels are reinforced to prevent fire from spreading through ceiling cavities.

Fire-resistant drywall is a critical component in any building’s overall fire safety strategy, but certain areas are especially important for its installation. 

At GoldStar Builders, we typically install fire-rated drywall in the following areas:

Whether it’s in an apartment complex or a condo building, shared walls must often meet strict fire safety requirements to prevent the spread of fire between units

Garages pose a unique fire risk, especially when vehicles or flammable materials are stored. Installing fire-resistant drywall between the garage and the living space provides a crucial safety barrier.

Rooms housing furnaces, water heaters, and electrical panels should be lined with fire-rated drywall to prevent fires from spreading to the rest of the building.

High-heat environments, such as commercial kitchens, benefit greatly from the added protection of fire-resistant drywall, which can help contain fires and protect adjoining rooms.

Emergency exits and high-traffic hallways in office buildings, hospitals, and schools require fire-resistant materials to provide safe evacuation routes in case of fire.

At GoldStar Builders, we follow a precise and thorough process to ensure the proper installation of fire-resistant drywall for maximum safety and code compliance:

Our team begins by assessing the areas of your building that require fire-rated drywall, determining the appropriate type of drywall (Type X or Type C) based on local building codes and the specific fire safety needs of your space.

We source only the highest-quality fire-rated drywall materials, ensuring they meet or exceed all industry standards for fire resistance. Our suppliers are trusted manufacturers known for durable and reliable fire-resistant panels.

Our skilled installers carefully install the drywall according to industry best practices, ensuring that every joint is properly sealed and reinforced. This includes installing multiple layers of drywall where required to achieve the desired fire rating.

After the drywall is installed, we apply joint compound and finish the surface to prepare it for painting or other treatments. We then conduct a thorough inspection to ensure the drywall meets all fire safety regulations and performs to its maximum potential in the event of a fire.

Before completing the project, we work with local fire safety officials to ensure that all installations are code-compliant and ready for inspection. We also provide documentation verifying the fire rating of the installed drywall.

Project Overview:

GoldStar Builders was hired to provide fire-rated drywall installation for a five-story commercial office building in downtown Edmonton. 

The client needed fire protection for emergency exits, stairwells, and shared walls between office suites.

The project required a mix of Type X and Type C drywall to meet various fire safety codes.

The client had a tight deadline, as the building was already nearing completion and required immediate installation of fire-rated materials.

We installed over 10,000 square feet of fire-rated drywall, focusing on stairwells, corridors, and utility rooms that required enhanced fire protection. 

Our team worked efficiently, completing the project two weeks ahead of schedule. In addition to installing the drywall, we also used fire-resistant sealants to ensure all joints and seams were properly reinforced.

The project passed all fire safety inspections with flying colors, and the client was able to proceed with the final stages of the build.

The use of Type C drywall in high-risk areas provided the building with a 120-minute fire rating, ensuring the utmost safety for future occupants.

GoldStar Builders is a trusted name in fire-rated drywall installation across Edmonton. Here’s why clients choose us for their fire-resistant drywall projects:

Our team has years of experience installing fire-resistant drywall in both residential and commercial settings. We understand the importance of complying with fire safety codes and work closely with local authorities to ensure everything is up to standard.

We only use premium Type X and Type C drywall, ensuring that your property is fully protected in case of fire.

Our skilled installers are trained to work quickly without sacrificing quality. We meet tight deadlines while ensuring that every piece of drywall is installed correctly for maximum fire resistance.

GoldStar Builders is fully licensed and insured, providing peace of mind that your fire-rated drywall installation is handled by qualified professionals.