Your Drywall Repair and Texturing questions, answered
Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on HomeGuide.
How much does drywall repair cost near me?
Drywall repair costs$200 to $750 on average, depending on the amount of damage, job complexity, and location. Drywall repair labor is $40 to $100 per hour with a $125 to $200 minimum trip fee.
Patching drywall holes costs $50 to $400 per hole.
Fixing drywall cracks costs $100 to $400.
Drywall ceiling repair costs $150 to $1,000.
Sheetrock and drywall prices are $10 to $20 per sheet or $0.30 to $0.50 per square foot on average for materials only, depending on the size, thickness, and type.
How do I know if my drywall needs repairing?
Signs your drywall needs repairing include:
Small holes
Water damage and mold
Cracks
Bulges in the wall or ceiling
Significant discoloration
What is involved in drywall repair?
The drywall repair process includes:
Identifying the cause of the damages such as pests or water leaks and resolving the issue.
Removing old drywall if the damaged area is large.
Mounting new backer board or a patch where needed.
Applying new tape and compound.
Sanding it down after it dries or applying the finishing texture.
How long does drywall repair take?
Drywall repair typically takes less than 1 day, but it depends on the total size and type of work needed.
Patching a small hole takes 1 to 2 hours.
Fixing large holes takes up to 5 hours.
Replacing an entire wall takes 1 to 3 days.
Is it better to repair or replace a drywall?
Replacing drywall is better for holes bigger than 6" wide. The cost to replace drywall is $2 to $6 per square foot for removing the old surface and installing new drywall. Repairing drywall is better for minor cracks without water damage, especially for recently installed drywall.
Hire a handyman near you to fix small cracks, nail holes, or patch small holes. Hire a drywall contractor for bigger repairs. Search the HomeGuide listings to hire a drywall contractor near you. Next:
Compare at least 3 in-person estimates.
Read their reviews on HomeGuide and Google.
Ask if the drywall contractor is a member of the Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industry.
Choose licensed, insured, and bonded businesses with at least 5 years of experience.
Get copies of the detailed quote, contract, and warranty before they start work.
Avoid choosing the lowest bid that typically indicates low-quality materials.
Never give the final payment until after the project ends.
What questions should I ask a drywall repair contractor?
How long have you been hanging drywall?
Can I see photos of drywall repairs you've done and a reference list?
How big is your crew, and what's their schedule?
Which type of drywall do you recommend and why?
Can you match the drywall patch to my wall, or will you need to replace the entire wall surface?
What are my options if I want moisture-resistant drywall?
Does this quote include delivery, hanging, taping and mudding, finishing, and cleanup?
What other costs should I expect?
How long will the repair take?
If damages happen on the job, what's your policy?
Do you offer a labor warranty?
Reviews for Houston drywall repair companies
Recent success stories from people in the Houston area.
Precious M.
Ken was awesome he was very informative, paid attention to detail, great customer service and response times and most importantly gave me what I wanted for my kitchen
Burks Home Improvements
Trevor W.
It's really hard to find a contractor that you can trust. This company is one that I put my trust in and it paid off big! They did exactly what they said they would and more! I would recommend them to anyone looking for a contractor!
Renovations and Remodeling Construction Inc
Brian B.
We got them to come out and give us an estimate on replacement of our old aluminum single pane drafty windows, Joel was very knowledgeable about the new technology on windows available in the current market. We selected a window company we heard alot about with almost every company that quoted us. We felt more Joel was the person we where more comfortable and could rely on to get us what we where looking for. Once custom made windows came in, we scheduled a day to start installation. Took 3 days to complete, we are completely satisfied with there work, they came out daily and prep are where windows where being removed, covered my floors with drop clothes and furnishings with plastic, cleaned up promptly, and did a wonderful job on the install. We will definitely call them again for any of our future home improvement needs.
Honest Remodeling
Kim
Great service, on time, highly recommended
Jack of all Trades Inc.
Grace M.
Elio did a fantastic job with my backyard. He did everything! Delivered the grass. He cleared out all the debris and prepped the ground. Laid the sod. I didn’t have to do a thing. His communication was great! He even came a day earlier than planned to accommodate the weather forecast. I found him through Facebook marketplace and I am so happy with his work and the finished product
Elio’s lawn maintenance
William S.
My girlfriend and I were referred by a friend to Urban Builders as we needed both our big screen TVs mounted in living room and bedroom. (After failing epically to do it in my own). Reached out to Tony, quoted an awesome price that was more than fair and they were in our apartment within 2 hours already getting to work. Both Alejandro and Tony were very easygoing and friendly and communicated what they were doing every step of the way. Both were very knowledgeable and educated me on the process as they completed the job! Both guys made the whole process so easy and pleasant even, and within 3 hours of my initial contact, had 2 perfectly mounted TVs. Will definitely be hitting them up again when I move to my next residence!
Urban Builders Co.
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