Drywall Repair in Boulder, Colorado

When to call for drywall repair

Impact damage: Doorknob holes, furniture damage, appliance damage. These are the most common calls.

Water damage: From leaks, ice dams, plumbing issues, or bathroom moisture. Requires drying, damaged section removal, and matching replacement.

Settling cracks: Common in Boulder homes 2–5 years post-construction, and in older homes after significant temperature swings. Requires proper preparation to prevent recurrence.

Ceiling damage: From upstairs plumbing, roof leaks, or ice dams. Ceiling drywall work requires additional expertise — different technique, different safety considerations.

Preparation for painting: Repair, sanding, and priming before a paint project.

How much does drywall repair cost in Boulder?

Small patches (under 4"): $150–$300. Doorknob holes, small dings, minor damage. Includes patch, texture matching, and paint-ready finish.

Medium repairs (4"–2′): $300–$800. Larger holes, furniture damage, patches requiring more careful texture matching.

Water damage repairs: $400–$1,500+. Includes damaged section removal, drying, replacement drywall, texture matching. Price depends heavily on extent of damage.

Ceiling repairs: $300–$1,500. Higher than equivalent-size wall repairs due to overhead work, safety setup, and matching challenges.

Full-wall or multi-room repairs: $1,000–$5,000+. Priced per project. Includes drywall replacement, taping, mudding, texture matching, and paint-ready finish.

What Gage’s drywall repair service includes

Standard scope includes damaged material removal, prep of the surrounding surface, patch or replacement drywall installation, taping and mudding as needed, texture matching to surrounding surface, sanding, prime coat where applicable, and cleanup. Painting is available as an add-on service.

Texture matching — the hidden difficulty

Boulder homes have an unusually broad mix of drywall textures. Orange-peel and knockdown are most common in newer construction; older Boulder homes often have hand-troweled or Santa Fe textures that require specific technique to match. A patched area that doesn’t match the surrounding texture looks worse than the original damage, so texture matching is genuinely one of the most important parts of the job. Gage crews are trained on the full range of common Boulder textures and carry the equipment needed to match each.

FAQs

How much does drywall repair cost in Boulder?

Small patches: $150–$300. Medium repairs: $300–$800. Water damage: $400–$1,500+. Ceiling repairs: $300–$1,500. Full-wall or multi-room: $1,000–$5,000+. Written estimates before work starts.

How long does drywall repair take?

Small patches: 1–2 hours plus dry time. Medium repairs: half day plus dry time. Water damage and larger repairs may require multiple visits over 2–5 days due to drying and curing requirements between steps.

Can you match my existing texture?

Yes, in nearly all cases. We handle orange peel, knockdown, hand-troweled, Santa Fe, and smooth finishes. Very unusual custom textures may require an in-person assessment to confirm we can match cleanly.

Do you handle water damage repair?

Yes. We handle water-damaged drywall repair including the drying, damaged material removal, and replacement steps. For the underlying leak or moisture source (plumbing, roof, etc.), we’ll refer you to or coordinate with the appropriate specialist first.

Do you paint after the repair?

Yes, as an add-on. Basic paint touch-up is typically $50–$150. Larger paint projects are quoted separately.

Related Services

Drywall repair pairs with interior painting, baseboard installation, and door installation. View our full list of Boulder handyman services.