Top 3 drywall repair services in Philadelphia, PA

Porch Pro Headshot Kite and Key Rebuilds LLC
Philadelphia locally owned small business. We specialize in house painting and maintenance .
3467 Indian Queen Ln, Philadelphia, PA
215-954-2547
Porch Pro Headshot CertaPro Painters Of Mt. Laurel
At CertaPro Painters® of Mount Laurel, NJ, we know that finding the right team for your painting project can be overwhelming. With our professionals by your side, the process will be easy and convenient — leaving you time for what matters most.
4201 Church Rd, Mount Laurel, NJ
609-202-1214
Porch Pro Headshot MG Bortz Holdings LLC
We primarily conduct the follows tasks for our clients: mounting (tv, pictures, art work), furniture assembly specializing in IKEA, home organization in addition to other projects on a case by case basis. If we can do it, we will. If it’s not something that we can handle, we will be upfront and h...Read more about MG Bortz Holdings LLC
2929 Arch St Ste 1700, Philadelphia, PA
954-980-1017

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Porch Pro Headshot Fastserv Home Services
Drywall Repair
Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
(8)
"FastServ sent Mike for a garbage disposal installation, he was out extremely fast and found out my installation had problems. Before I understood, he said I'll run for parts and take care of it. After coming back he only charged me for the missing parts and it was done in less than an hour. Love th...Read more about Fastserv Home Services
"FastServ sent Mike for a garbage disposal installation, he was out extremely fast and found out my installation had problems. Before I understood, he said I'll run for parts and take care of it. After coming back he only charged me for the missing parts and it was done in less than an hour. Love th...Read more about Fastserv Home Services
Porch Pro Headshot SCHATZ & SONS
Drywall Repair
Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Since 1929, Schatz & Sons has provided high-quality service to thousands of homes and businesses. With over 80 years experience and a long history of satisfied, repeat customers, Schatz & Sons has the expertise to help you achieve everything you are looking for in your next painting project. At S...Read more about SCHATZ & SONS
Since 1929, Schatz & Sons has provided high-quality service to thousands of homes and businesses. With over 80 years experience and a long history of satisfied, repeat customers, Schatz & Sons has the expertise to help you achieve everything you are looking for in your next painting project. At S...Read more about SCHATZ & SONS
Porch Pro Headshot Pike Creek Painters
Drywall Repair
Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
When it comes to Painting, Repairs and General Home Improvement, no one compares to Pike Creek Painters. With years of combined experience, Pike Creek Painters has worked hard to build the trust of our clients in Newark, Wilmington, Hockessin and beyond. Visit our website to learn more. Or better ye...Read more about Pike Creek Painters
When it comes to Painting, Repairs and General Home Improvement, no one compares to Pike Creek Painters. With years of combined experience, Pike Creek Painters has worked hard to build the trust of our clients in Newark, Wilmington, Hockessin and beyond. Visit our website to learn more. Or better ye...Read more about Pike Creek Painters
Porch Pro Headshot Nationwide Construction, LLC
Drywall Repair
Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
(7)
Drywall repairs are fast and efficient when you call Nationwide Construction in the Elkton, MD area for assistance.
Drywall repairs are fast and efficient when you call Nationwide Construction in the Elkton, MD area for assistance.
Porch Pro Headshot Peter MacLeod For Hire
Drywall Repair
Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Established in 2010. I've been fixing things my whole life. I originally took my passion for renewal and restoration towards the unwanted things of the world. One mans trash is another mans treasure. I owned and operated several second hand stores selling thrift, vintage & antiques. I have...Read more about Peter MacLeod For Hire
Established in 2010. I've been fixing things my whole life. I originally took my passion for renewal and restoration towards the unwanted things of the world. One mans trash is another mans treasure. I owned and operated several second hand stores selling thrift, vintage & antiques. I have...Read more about Peter MacLeod For Hire
Porch Pro Headshot Your Expendable Services LLC
Drywall Repair
Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
We are a fast growing company with dedicated workers. Our company takes pride in our work when you're dealing with your expendable services. We actually care for customers and would like all of our customers to have a fair pricing with quality work. we do HVAC service, maintenance, repairs, installa...Read more about Your Expendable Services LLC
We are a fast growing company with dedicated workers. Our company takes pride in our work when you're dealing with your expendable services. We actually care for customers and would like all of our customers to have a fair pricing with quality work. we do HVAC service, maintenance, repairs, installa...Read more about Your Expendable Services LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Honest Handymen
Drywall Repair
Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
(60)
Honest Handyman was founded in 2006 in Philadelphia Pennsylvania. We offer services in Plumbing, electrical, drywall, painting, tiling, engineered floors etc. No job is to small or to big. We pride ourselves in honesty, fair prices and delivering earth shattering service. Give us an opportunity and ...Read more about Honest Handymen
Honest Handyman was founded in 2006 in Philadelphia Pennsylvania. We offer services in Plumbing, electrical, drywall, painting, tiling, engineered floors etc. No job is to small or to big. We pride ourselves in honesty, fair prices and delivering earth shattering service. Give us an opportunity and ...Read more about Honest Handymen

Costs to Repair Drywall Holes

$161 - $194
Philadelphia, PA average
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Frequently asked questions about drywall repair contractors

Drywall contractors do three different things. First, these drywall pros do sheetrock installation. This involves maneuvering big, awkward pieces of sheetrock skillfully to avoid damaging them, or causing damage to other items in the way. These contractors cut and shape the panels so that they will fit into place. Then they fasten the drywall panels where they belong. Next, drywall contractors tape the seams between the panels of sheetrock and seal the seams and the screw heads with drywall compound. They also coat and sand the surfaces until the walls and corners are smooth.

If you’ve got a hole in your drywall, a qualified contractor can repair it. Your drywall contractor will know how to fix the hole. They may be able to patch it, or if the hole is bigger than a half foot wide, they will use a rigid material to fill it. The drywall pro can then sand the patched or filled hole so that your drywall looks good as new.

There are two basic approaches to take if you need to repair damaged walls that are made of drywall. For holes smaller than a half foot wide can be patched. Scrape loose debris away from hole. Cover the dent or hole with a quick-drying spackle so that the area of the hole is level with the drywall surface. Allow the spackle to dry the recommended amount of time. Sand the area until it is smooth. If the hole is a half foot wide or bigger, you’ll need to cover the hole with another piece of drywall. Covering a bigger hole is a more complicated procedure than repairing a smaller hole in your drywall.

It may make sense to call a drywall contractor or handyman to repair large holes in your drywall. They’ll know which products will work best for your needs. They’ll have the tools and know-how to get the damaged wall repaired so that it looks like new. If you need to repair a damaged wall, it makes sense to call a drywall contractor for skilled assistance.

If you need to repair drywall and paint it, the cost will vary based on a number of factors. The extent of damage to the drywall, including the size of the hole or holes in the wall will affect the cost of repair. The size of the area that will need to be sanded after the repair and then painted will affect how much the job will cost. The amount you’ll need to budget for your repair and painting job will also be affected by whether you hire a contractor or do it yourself. Contractors’ rates will vary according to your locale, their availability, and their level of expertise.

While you may be tempted to try to save money by repairing and painting the drywall yourself, you might want to take various factors into consideration. There is an art to repairing and painting drywall so that it looks perfectly smooth. Also, drywall dust poses dangers to your health. A pro will have the tools, safety equipment, and know-how to get the job done beautifully. Hiring a pro can save you time and might guarantee a better result.

Drywall is very popular thanks to its strength and durability. However, it can be damaged in lots of ways. You can make a dent or hole in the drywall when you move furniture, you will make a hole in it when you hang curtains or art, and roughhousing kids may inadvertently damage drywall. In addition, if your home settles it may stress the walls causing cracks in the drywall. If your walls get wet due to leaky piping, the drywall will be damaged. A common cause of drywall damage is fluctuations in humidity and temperature.

If your drywall has a small hole, up to about six inches from side to side, the hole can be patched. You can use a fast-drying spackle to patch the hole. After bringing the hole area up to the level of the rest of the drywall, let it dry for the recommended amount of time. After the patch dries, you’ll need to sand it so that it is smooth. It may be necessary to paint the patched area in your drywall to complete the repair.

Drywall installation and repair often involves sanding the drywall and its joining compound. Dust that comes from sanding the joining compound poses dangers to health. This dust contains toxic materials such as talc, gypsum and silica. Exposure to this drywall-related dust is especially harmful for those who smoke or who suffer from various respiratory ailments such as asthma or COPD. Exposure to drywall dust can cause coughing, sore throat, irritated eyes. Repeated exposure to drywall-work-related dust can cause silicosis, asthma, and worse.

If you are looking at taking on a drywall repair or installation project for your home, take the health risks into consideration. If you are not familiar with how to most safely work with drywall installation or repair, it may make sense to hire a pro. A drywall contractor will do your repair or installation safely and effectively. A pro will wear a protective mask, and may use wet sanding. They will follow best practices for safely working with drywall and the dust that comes with drywall installation and repair.

Before you have painting done inside your home, talk to the painters about repairing the drywall. Painting over smooth, beautifully repaired drywall yields much better results than painting over blemishes in the drywall. If the drywall has more than small blemishes, it is even more crucial to have it repaired prior to painting. Repairing dings, dents, or holes in drywall before a painting job does more than make it look better. Having your drywall repaired reinforces its integrity. If you keep your drywall in good repair, it will help keep the elements at bay. Drywall in good repair helps with a home’s energy efficiency. So, it makes sense to repair drywall before you have it painted. Some painters will repair minor blemishes in drywall before they paint.

When you have hired a painter to work on your drywall, have them look at the condition of your walls. The painter you have hired may be skilled at repairing small blemishes in your drywall. If the drywall is in need of more repair, or if repairing drywall is not in the painter’s skillset, they may recommend hiring a drywall pro.

Recent reviews for Philadelphia drywall repair contractors

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- Linda Forge
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Mike responded very quick and was able to come that same day, he is very perofessional and knew exactly what to do. Thanks!

- Patrick David
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We have used Nationwide Construction for numerous remodeling apartments and homes most of the homes were at 100 years old in Elkton MD the work the performed was amazing I would recommend to anyone including family. They were extremely professional and w...

- Patricia Williams-ruch
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Best price in DE and MD area. Finished the job before given timeframe and cleaned everything after jobdone. I am very satisfied what they did to my house

- Ron Lokoff
97717

This company is a corrupt, horrible, and lying company. They are not trustowrthy and will take your money without doing proper work. They never apply for a required permit from the county even though they should. They replaced my stucco to siding for my h...

- Khizar Alvi
98128

This is so call company not even register in Delaware until Oct,4 2017 .They had been doing in legal business in Delaware. just for info

- Khizar Alvi
67995

One star because none wasn't an option! Permits were never pulled, work done was not to code. We were told everything was ready for drywall....no intention of getting inspections done. ALL plumbing and electric "work" that was done has been removed and co...

- Shannon Culp
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I used Porch to find someone who could set up a Backyard Discovery playset. MGBortz Holdings responded promptly and quoted an estimate that could not be beat. They are professional, courteous and very good! They got the playset set up right away and made ...

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Everything You Need to Know About Philadelphia Drywall Repair Contractors

Are there any unscreened drywall repair contractors in Philadelphia I can browse?

Yes. We found the following unscreened drywall repair contractors serving the Philadelphia area. Please be advised that these companies and contractors have not been pre-screened, meaning they may not have active licenses or accreditations for operating in Philadelphia or PA. Be sure to pre-screen them yourself before hiring:

  • R Jones Painting LLC:
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • American Buildpro Inc.:
    • BBB Rating: A+
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • KH Handy Services:
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive

How many drywall repair companies are there in Philadelphia?

We’ve found 3950 companies in Philadelphia that can help you tackle your drywall repair project.

  • 553 of them have an A or A+ rating from Better Business Bureau.
  • The average price for a drywall repair project is $249.00.

What Philadelphia zip codes have the best drywall repair contractors?

The average cost of drywall repair work in Philadelphia is around $249.00, but keep in mind that price should not be the only factor in your decision. Here are the top zip codes in Philadelphia and some companies that offer drywall repair contractors!

  • 19023: 79 drywall repair contractors.
  • 19050: 79 drywall repair contractors.
  • Top drywall repair professionals and companies in Philadelphia and the zip codes they cover:

    All Drywall Repair Contractors in Philadelphia, PA

    Porch Pro Headshot From the ground up construction
    Drywall Repair
    Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    (4)
    We can do Windows,siding,doors,floors,framing,kitchens,bathrooms etc. Fully insured and bonded.
    We can do Windows,siding,doors,floors,framing,kitchens,bathrooms etc. Fully insured and bonded.
    Porch Pro Headshot Handy Home Remodeling LLC
    Drywall Repair
    Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    (3)
    Porch Pro Headshot GDCONSTRUCTION
    Drywall Repair
    Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    We strive for excellent customer service and always offer competitive pricing. We are able to perform multiple repair and maintenance tasks which could include, but is not limited to: carpentry work; electrical; painting; general facility repairs; window and door installation and repair; deck, fence...Read more about GDCONSTRUCTION
    We strive for excellent customer service and always offer competitive pricing. We are able to perform multiple repair and maintenance tasks which could include, but is not limited to: carpentry work; electrical; painting; general facility repairs; window and door installation and repair; deck, fence...Read more about GDCONSTRUCTION
    Porch Pro Headshot No Mess Left Cleaning and Repairing LLC
    Drywall Repair
    Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    We are a new small family business looking to offer our services to the Greater Tri-State Area. We offer quick and professional services from Interior residential cleanings, floor installations and refinishing, as well as painting (Exterior/Interior). We look forward to helping you make your space ...Read more about No Mess Left Cleaning and Repairing LLC
    We are a new small family business looking to offer our services to the Greater Tri-State Area. We offer quick and professional services from Interior residential cleanings, floor installations and refinishing, as well as painting (Exterior/Interior). We look forward to helping you make your space ...Read more about No Mess Left Cleaning and Repairing LLC
    Porch Pro Headshot Dan Does That
    Drywall Repair
    Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    Porch Pro Headshot K.E.S HOME IMPROVEMENT LLC
    Drywall Repair
    Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    (1)
    we really care about our customer 's satisfaction quality! reasonable price!
    we really care about our customer 's satisfaction quality! reasonable price!
    Porch Pro Headshot Greg Construction
    Drywall Repair
    Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    Looking to update the carpet in your home? Contact Greg Construction in Port Deposit for all your carpeting needs.
    Looking to update the carpet in your home? Contact Greg Construction in Port Deposit for all your carpeting needs.
    Porch Pro Headshot For the family moving & painting service
    Drywall Repair
    Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    We are a family owned company that treats our customers like family. We try and most time succeed in taking the stress off the customer with any project we take on.
    We are a family owned company that treats our customers like family. We try and most time succeed in taking the stress off the customer with any project we take on.
    Porch Pro Headshot Gonzalez Home Repair
    Drywall Repair
    Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    We take pride in our work and we make sure our customer are 100% satisfied .
    We take pride in our work and we make sure our customer are 100% satisfied .
    Porch Pro Headshot CW3 Inc
    Drywall Repair
    Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    Porch Pro Headshot Israel & Xaviers Services LLC
    Drywall Repair
    Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    Porch Pro Headshot Cyber Technologies International
    Drywall Repair
    Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    Porch Pro Headshot Westfield Enterprise Remodeling
    Drywall Repair
    Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    Porch Pro Headshot Fixitkwikk
    Drywall Repair
    Serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania