Home Drywall Repair Costs

How Much Does It Cost to Repair Drywall Holes?  

The average cost to do a home drywall repair ranges between $450-500. This will include patching up holes in the drywall and getting the surface prepped for a finishing coat of paint. Common problems with drywall include the likes of nail holes, water damage, hairline cracks, big holes, failed corners and seams, and cracked joints.

Depending on the complexity of the job you may need to hire a professional or a handyman, which is often significantly cheaper.

How Much Does It Cost To Repair Drywall?

Homeowners state that they often spend from $270 to 550 on small to medium size drywall repairs. An extensive repair can start from $1,200 upwards. The bigger the area that needs repair, the higher the price will be. Bear in mind that different professionals have different ways of pricing their work.

Generally, a small job will take just under 3 hours. The flat service charge is often between $150-250, depending on where you live, as labor rates do vary greatly from region to region.

Some contractors and especially handymen charge on an hourly basis. For a small job, this could turn out to be the cheaper option. On average, a handyman charges from $50 to 65 an hour, while a licensed contractor can charge from $75 to 90 an hour. To find the best deal, we at Killeen Drywall and Painting recommend that you contact 3-4 local professionals to get a price quote for your project.

The majority of time will be spent prepping the site. If there is a lot of furniture that needs to be moved or covered, the total cost will go up. If the holes are in hard-to-reach places, a contractor will charge from 25 to 35% more.

Sometimes, the hole is so small that it can be patched using a special compound, without the need to replace the portion of the drywall. In this case, you can hire a handyman and save yourself some money, because professional labor will be from 30 to 40% more expensive.

If you are looking for home drywall repair services, and you live in or around the Killeen, TX region, please feel free to call us at (254) 284-1431 anytime for an appointment.

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