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Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Thumbtack.

How much will it cost to fix a hole in the wall?

If you have a hole in your wall, don’t despair; drywall repair professionals can patch the hole and repaint the surface and no one will be the wiser. The cost to repair a drywall hole depends on the size of the surface area of the damage, the materials and labor required, and (for a minor repair) any minimum service fee the repair company may charge. The actual labor and drywall prices may be lower than the minimum service fee, but pros must ensure their business overhead costs are met when they go out on minor jobs. To help keep costs low once the pros get there, make sure you have the right paint on hand if you want them to do to a touch up after the repair is complete, so you don’t keep them wait (and charging you for their time) while you search in the garage. Here are two examples of average prices for smaller drywall repair jobs:

Approximate cost to repair a 5-foot crack in a wall: $125 (labor $75 and materials $50).
Approximate cost to repair a 3-foot ceiling crack: $150.

What is the difference between sheetrock and drywall?

People sometimes use the terms “sheetrock” and “drywall” interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same. Drywall is the industry term for prefabricated sheets of wall, while Sheetrock is the brand name of a type of drywall. Depending on what room is being built, your drywall installation pro will select different thicknesses or grades of drywall. Standard residential drywall is ½-inch thick. Garage walls adjacent to a living space are typically ⅝-inch thick and serve as a firewall. For a garage ceiling, most contractors will use firewall-grade drywall materials to keep your home as safe as possible.

Different types of drywall can be color-coded to indicate their purpose. Purple or green drywall boards are often mold-resistant (MR) and are applied where moisture tends to accumulate, such as in bathrooms and basements or behind tile backsplashes at sinks. These mold-resistant sheets have a fiberglass instead of a paper facing finish to prevent water absorption. Regular drywall is gray or white. The drywall industry is constantly adapting with technology to provide safer and more targeted materials. You can even install soundproofing drywall to help prevent noise transfer through rooms.

How much does it cost to put up drywall?

The national average cost to hire a drywall installation professional ranges $375-$1,500, depending on the job at hand and where you are in the country. Your drywall installation cost will often be lower if the professional is installing the drywall in a new construction with open access as opposed to a remodel. The square footage of the job, the amount of materials, and the labor required also determine drywall prices. According to drywall pros, materials costs can range from 15 percent to 50 percent of your total project cost, depending on the work you’re having done. Request several quotes from drywall installation companies to find the right fit for your construction project. The quotes may be based on the company’s standard cost per square foot or a calculation of the time estimated to complete the job plus the size of the job plus materials and any travel fees. For example, drywall installation for one or two standard-size rooms could cost $900-$1,500. The cost to hang and tape an outbuilding with approximately 40 drywall sheets at 75 cents per square foot could total $1,450, including 3.75 days of labor for the drywall crew.

How much does it cost to repair drywall?

The national average price range to repair drywall is $210-$300. Drywall prices can vary greatly depending on the size of the hole or crack that needs repair, the amount of materials required, and other factors. Cracks can appear at the seams in your drywall due to uncontrollable factors like your house settling or even minor earthquakes. Drywall, although sturdy, will break with enough impact, so if a dresser falls and crashes into a wall or your have a mishap hammering in nails for artwork, you could need drywall repair. Drywall repair professionals may have a minimum service fee of $100-$150 regardless of the size of the job. This ensures that their business expenses are met anytime they send their crew out to a job. Here are some additional examples of average drywall repair prices:

Sand and texture five wall patches: $200 (45 minutes of labor and $40 of materials).
Repair a 4x8 section of wall: $225 (labor $150 and materials $75).
Replace drywall in an entire bedroom: $1,500 (price varies depending on the number of windows, whether there’s metal trim, etc.).

Jo E.

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Nick did a wonderful job on our old kitchen cabinets. They look like new now!!! It is very important to feel comfortable with contractors in your home. Nick was very respectful, thoughtful and careful in each step of his process. I will be giving Nick more of my business in the very near future!!!

Erin M.

Hung, taped and mudded drywall in basement - A wall in my basement had mold behind the sheetrock and on the wood framing behind it. Aaron replaced parts of the frame that were damaged and replaced the deywall/taped and mudded seems. In addition, he hung (and taped/mudded) a piece of drywall on a ceiling space at the bottom of my basement stairs where it was previously unfinished. I put in a request for this work on thumbtack and Aaron responded within a few hours. He came out and did a bid right away and started the work the following morning. He was very professional, on time, and extremly pleasant to work with. He was also very good about checking in with me and making sure I was happy with his work. He did a great job for a good price and I would definitely recommmend him.

David D.

Jim was punctual, on budget and did a great job repairing my kitchen cupboards which were coming off the wall. They've never looked better! He also patched a small hole in the drywall behind one of the cupboards.

Diana W.

We had a wonderful experience working with Don! He was dependable and professional throughout the entire process. His estimate was done in a timely manner and was very reasonable. He did quality work throughout our house, including tiling two bathrooms, replacing baseboards, and a variety of drywall work. He was very knowledgable and did a beautiful job. He went above and beyond and we would definitely call Don to come back in the future!

Cheryl P.

Barry was a joy to work with. He knows his craft well and very reasonable rates. He did a remodel of our bathroom from start to finish and it turned out beautifully ( installed new cabinets, tiled floor, installed toilet, faucets,plumbing and drywall). He is not only a good at his job but he is a nice guy. I have recommended him to family and friends and would hire him in the future.

Mike S.

Partial bathroom remodel to include drywall/texture work, painting, some minor carpentry, fan replacement, and vanity and cabinet removal/installation; Jamie did an excellent job and went above and beyond in problem areas were not even aware of. He was easy to work with and his work was very affordable. I would definitely hire again.

Tyler M.

Julio was great to work with. I was in need of a subcontractor for a big drywall job and he was there to size up the job the next day and got it started immediately. The job was completed way before I thought it would be and the work quality was great. Very enjoyable guy to work with.

Jennifer C.

We had Apex Construction install recessed lighting in our kitchen. This involved tearing out the ceiling, removing old fluorescent lights, and putting up new drywall. They dealt well with unexpected issues that came up, and made a good call on how much lighting would be needed. The results look good.

Angie B.

Hands down, one of the best experiences of working with a professional contractor! The service provided was off the charts! Would totally recommend Certapros to do your job! I will definitely be a return customer for our next home project! Angie & Jay Maple Grove, MN

Gwen W.

They were great! Only ones to respond. I had a big hole in a wall and other companies didn't care to do just a small job. Noelge Drywall came to the rescue. He said no job is too small because he wants to help anyone who needs it. They did a great job, very efficiently and it looked like there never was a hole. The estimate was very detailed so I new exactly what was being done and the price to do each step. Very professional and very kind. I knew I was in good hands. I would definitely hire them again!!

Kiran R.

Here's my overall experience with Kellington. 1. Chuck responded to my Thumbtack request within 15 minutes. 2. He was able to come over to visit my home for a free bid within two days. 3. He had the bid ready for me by the very next morning. 4. We scheduled it a couple of weeks out due to our availability 5. They said they will begin the work at 9am on a Monday 6. The day of work something came up and I coudn't stay home so I asked my in-laws if they could stay home for the contractors. 7. I was told that they showed up at 9am on the dot, said they could complete the work within 5-6 hours but actually finished everything including the cleanup in under 3.5 hrs and were gone by 12:30pm. 8. When I came home that evening, there was no way for me to know that someone was even there to do work except for the flawlessly repaired ceiling. Needless to say I am beyond impressed with their professionalism, honesty and punctuality and think that there is a small chance they just might be robots... LOL! Kidding aside, I wouldn't think twice before hiring them again and in fact, I have already asked Chuck if he could come by and give me a bid for another job.

Josh W.

I had a major water leak in my duplex. Once the plumber was finished in the ceiling, Mark did an outstanding job repairing the drywall, taping, and priming. Outstanding price and a seamless repair. I will definitely use him again.

Ed P.

We hired Paul to finish our basement. Everything from framing, Sheetrock and tile work in the bathroom. He was accommodating to our budget restraints and went above and beyond, doing some value added work at no charge. We would definitely use him again if needed in the future and will recommend him to people we know.

Anthony K.

I am extremely satisfied with this contractor. Ken, the owner, convinced me to give them a shot after I was discouraged speaking with other contractors. He and Chris were willing to provide me a quote for exactly what I wanted for fair price. Other contractors tried to sell me on products that were either not to my taste or seemed inferior in quality. Homestead let me choose exactly what I wanted. Will did a great job from beginning to end. He answered all my questions and kept me in the loop step-by-step. The tile work on the floor and tub surround looks like a work of art. I would recommend Homestead to anyone who knows what they want and wants it done professionally at a fair price.

Ethan T.

We hired Dave Construction for a drywall project and we had a great overall experience! Dave was very knowledgable, responsive, and he and his team did high quality work. His prices were very fair and would definitely hire them again. We highly recommend Dave Construction for any size home project.

Danea B.

Shawn has worked with our property management company. He has handled everything from painting, cleaning carpets, cleaning and repairing anything that needs to be fixed when we turn our condos. He also completes the repairs required by the city inspectors. Shawn has also painted and completed repairs on homes that we list on the MLS. Anything from electrical, carpeting, plumbing, etc. I would highly recommend Shawn Sabol!!

Kenny H.

Al has been good to work with. He was here fast and has done everything he said. He communication has been much better than some of the contractors I have worked with in the past which is a huge plus for me.

John P.

True Professionals, they worked with me every step of the way on my basement finishing project. I had some bad past experiences with other contractors so it was refreshing to work with these guys. Everything looks excellent. Exceeded all my expectations.

Jianxin F.

Northern Walls Painting was able to give an quote very quickly, and started the job within only a few days at a very reasonable price. They almost could finished the job at estimated time frame, but got some delay due to bad weather, which is totally OK to me, considering another contractor I quoted asked me to wait for 4 weeks before he can start to work. The outside of house looks great again after the job and I'm 100% satisfied.

Wyatt S.

We had a ugly unfinished basement with a furnace in the middle of the room. After speaking with multiple contractors we selected Dpenn construction. David was able to creat a floor plan to get that out of the way, now we have a beautiful basement (bedroom, washroom, and bathroom with a walk-in shower). David was easy to work with, honest with pricing and scope of work, and we feel like we got a great value out of the work that was done. Would highly recommend.

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