Your Ceiling Repair Contractors questions, answered
Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on HomeGuide.
How much does ceiling repair cost?
Ceiling repair costs $50 to $100 per square foot, depending on the scope of the damage:
Repairing holes or cracks in drywall or plaster costs $200 to $500.
Replacing large sections of ceiling costs $400 to $1,000 for sagging or extensive damage.
Water damage repair costs $500 to $2,500 to fix the leak and replace drywall.
How long does it take to repair or replace a ceiling?
Minor drywall ceiling repairs take 1 to 3 hours. Replacing a drywall ceiling takes 1 to 3 days on average. Ceiling replacement is usually needed if it has any of the following:
Major damage from water
Leaking
Large cracks or holes
Bulging seams
Sagging and bubbling
Who should I call for ceiling repair?
You should call a professional ceiling company if your ceiling needs to be repaired or replaced. If you notice any water damage, you may need to hire a plumberto prevent further damage and mold from spreading. After the repair is complete, painting a ceiling costs$1 to $2 per square foot.
Can I do ceiling repair myself?
Experienced DIYers can repair small holes, dents, chips, and hairline cracks. All other ceiling repairs require hiring a professional ceiling contractor.
How do I choose a ceiling repair company?
Search our list of ceiling repair contractors, then:
Get at least three free estimates for comparison.
Read reviews and pictures on HomeGuide and Google.
Pick a licensed, bonded, and experienced company.
Confirm their insurance and warranty.
Steer clear of the lowest quote as quality may suffer.
Before work starts, get a written estimate, contract, and warranty.
Follow a payment plan instead of making a large payment up front.
What questions should I ask ceiling repair companies?
Find the best possible ceiling repair company by asking these questions:
How long have you been repairing ceilings?
Are you licensed, bonded, and insured?
Do you charge per square foot or per hour?
How do you handle damage that happens on the job?
How long will the ceiling repair take?
Will a repair be sufficient, or will I need a replacement?
Do you offer a warranty? If so, what does it cover?
Can you give me an estimate in writing?
Reviews for Columbus ceiling repair companies
Recent success stories from people in the Columbus area.
Jay G.
Great Customer Service!! Great job and did it right the first time!! Would highly recommend for any lawn care or snow removal service you need!!
Non-Stop Lawn Care
Julie V.
Vincent was absolutely wonderful! He was prompt, courteous, and did a great job! I will definitely hire him again.
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Brian
They are very skilled and clean and do very nice work
A&B complete home repairs inside and out
Kathi R.
He explained everything as he went along and his price was really reasonable.
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