2026 Cost Guide · Updated August 2026
Drywall Repair Cost in Los Angeles
Drywall Repair in Los Angeles costs $120–$350, with a typical job around $235. We quote a flat price upfront, before any work starts.
What affects the price
A handful of concrete things move the price, and the list below covers them. A simple job with easy access lands near $120; when several factors stack up, the quote moves toward $350. Typical time for drywall repair: 1–3 hours for small/medium patches.We look at your specifics, quote one flat price, and you approve it before we start. The quote is free, and it only changes if the job itself changes, never mid-work without your OK.
- •Hole size & number of patches
- •Texture match (orange peel, knockdown)
- •Whether painting is included
- •Ceiling vs wall access
Flat-rate vs hourly
Most drywall repair jobs get one flat price per job, and you approve it before we start. Larger or open-ended work runs hourly at $85–$125/hour, the going rate in Los Angeles.
Other jobs you might need
Often booked alongside drywall repair. Each has its own flat-rate guide.
Drywall Repair cost: FAQ
What does drywall repair cost in Los Angeles?
Most drywall repair jobs run $120 to $350. A typical job lands near $235. We quote one flat price upfront, so you know the cost before any work starts.
What makes drywall repair cost more or less?
The biggest drivers are hole size & number of patches, texture match (orange peel, knockdown), whether painting is included, and ceiling vs wall access. A simple job with easy access sits near $120. When several of those stack up, we quote closer to $350.
What does the drywall repair price include?
Your flat quote covers the work itself: Patch holes & cracks (nail pops, doorknob holes, anchor holes), Tape, mud, sand to smooth finish, and Texture match (orange peel, knockdown, smooth). Labor and the visit are in the price, with no separate trip fee.
Which drywall repair jobs does this price range cover?
We book these most often: Doorknob / furniture holes, Cracks at corners & seams, Nail pops, and Water-damaged / sagging drywall. All of them sit inside the $120 to $350 range, and anything unusual gets its own flat quote once we see it.
Do you charge by the hour or a flat rate?
Drywall Repair is flat-priced per job, so there are no hourly surprises. Typical time: 1–3 hours for small/medium patches. For bigger open-ended projects we bill $85–$125/hour, in line with LA handyman rates.
Can I save by booking other jobs at the same time?
Often yes. Bundling two or three fixes into one visit gets you the best value per job, and drywall repair pairs well with interior painting and popcorn ceiling removal. Send us the whole list and we will quote it all together.