How much to charge for drywall repair
Drywall repair is priced per job with a minimum, because the real skill is making the patch disappear. Matching texture and paint so no one can see the repair is what you are charging for, not the ten minutes of mud.
You should charge
$295
per job · typical $100–$900
Why this number. Set a minimum job fee and charge for the texture match as the craft it is. Anyone can slap on mud; the value is that the wall looks like nothing ever happened, and that is worth far more than the materials.
Typical drywall repair prices
| Job | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Small patch | $100 – $250 |
| Large hole repair | $250 – $600 |
| Whole wall or ceiling | $400 – $1,200 |
What changes the price
- Hole size and number of patches
- Texture matching (the hard part)
- Ceiling vs. wall (ceilings are slower)
- Whether painting is included
The pricing move most people miss
Set a minimum job fee and charge for the texture match as the craft it is. Anyone can slap on mud; the value is that the wall looks like nothing ever happened, and that is worth far more than the materials.
Frequently asked questions
How much should I charge for drywall repair?+
Most drywall repair is priced $100–$900 per job, with a typical rate around $300 per job. Where you land inside that range comes down mainly to hole size and number of patches and texture matching (the hard part). Use the range as your anchor, then adjust up for experience, strong demand, and a higher cost-of-living area.
Should I charge per job or by the hour for drywall repair?+
Most drywall repair is priced per job, and that is the stronger model. It pays you for the result rather than the clock, and clients far prefer one fixed number they can plan around. Estimate the hours a job takes, multiply by the hourly rate you want, then add a 15-25% buffer for the jobs that run long.
How much should I charge for drywall repair as a beginner?+
Starting out, price near the lower end of the range, roughly $100 to $300 per job. Resist going below that to win work: a price that is too low attracts price-shoppers, signals low quality, and is hard to raise later. Once you have a few happy clients and reviews, move toward $900.
What affects how much drywall repair costs?+
The biggest factors are hole size and number of patches; texture matching (the hard part); ceiling vs. wall (ceilings are slower); whether painting is included. Two jobs that look alike can price very differently once these are accounted for, which is why a quick walkthrough or a few questions before quoting protects your rate.
How do I quote drywall repair so the client says yes?+
Set a minimum job fee and charge for the texture match as the craft it is. Anyone can slap on mud; the value is that the wall looks like nothing ever happened, and that is worth far more than the materials. Put the quote in writing with exactly what is included, state the price once without apologizing for it, and give one clear next step. A confident, well-structured quote wins jobs at a higher price than a vague one at a lower price.