Walls take a beating. Door knobs punch through, furniture gouges corners, anchors pull out and leaks leave stains. Our drywall repair service in Philadelphia fixes the damage so it disappears under paint, and we look at why it happened so you are not calling us for the same wall next year.
Home Exchange has been doing renovation work since 1986. A good drywall repair looks simple when it is done, but getting there takes patience: proper tape, thin coats, careful sanding and a finish that matches the rest of the wall.
Drywall repair in Philadelphia for every kind of damage
We repair drywall damage caused by:
- Cracks from settling
- Moisture and water leaks
- Everyday wear and tear
- Kids, pets and moving furniture
- Mice and other pests
- Pulled-out wall anchors and screws
- Door knobs without stops
- Stray darts and other accidents
Small holes can be patched in a single visit. Larger damage may need a new piece of drywall screwed to the framing, then taped and finished. If a whole wall is too far gone, we remove it and install new drywall.
More than a patch: fixing the cause
Damage usually has a reason. A stain on a top-floor wall may point to the roof, and peeling, crumbling drywall in a bathroom often means the exhaust fan is not doing its job. We look for the source and fix it, whether that means repairing or replacing a bathroom fan, adding a door stop or recommending a roof repair, so the new wall stays in good shape.
Drywall finishing
Finishing is what separates a professional job from a visible patch. A great finish is also the foundation for a great paint job. Our finishing work includes:
- Taping seams and joints so they do not crack
- Mudding in several thin coats for a flat surface
- Sanding smooth, with dust kept under control
- Texture matching so the repair blends in
Once finished, we can prime and paint the wall through our painting service.
Wall materials we work with
Modern homes contain more than standard drywall. We repair and finish:
- Standard gypsum board and Sheetrock
- Moisture-resistant green board in bathrooms and kitchens
- Cement board behind tile
- Plaster walls in older homes
- Interior stucco
Ceilings get the same care. See our ceiling repair page for stains, sagging and popcorn removal.
Our drywall repair process
- Assess. We look at the damage, check for moisture and find the cause.
- Protect. We cover floors and furniture and keep dust to a minimum.
- Repair. We cut out damaged material, patch or replace drywall and secure it to the framing.
- Finish. We tape, mud, sand and match the texture.
- Paint and clean. We prime and paint if requested and leave the room cleaner than we found it.
What affects the cost of drywall repair
- Size and number of damaged areas
- Wall type, such as drywall, plaster or cement board
- Texture that needs matching
- Location, since ceilings and stairwells take more setup
- Underlying problems, like a leak or poor ventilation
- Painting, whether just the patch or the whole wall
Tips to prevent drywall damage
- Install door stops behind every door that swings into a wall.
- Use the right anchors for heavy shelves, TVs and mirrors, or let us hang them for you.
- Run the bathroom fan during and after showers.
- Fix leaks quickly, before water soaks into the walls.
- Keep furniture a few inches from walls in tight hallways and rowhome stairwells, where corners take the most knocks.
Why homeowners choose Home Exchange
We are a family-run company serving Philadelphia, the surrounding suburbs and South Jersey. We arrive on time with the tools and materials we need, get the job done right the first time under our Done Right Promise and clean up before we leave. If the wall is part of a bigger list, our home repair team can tackle the rest. Request a quote for your drywall repair today.
