Drywall Repair
in Plano, TX
Hole patching, crack repair, texture matching, and water damage restoration — done right before the paint goes on. We respond within 60 minutes during business hours and schedule your on-site walkthrough within 1–2 days. No deposit required.
You Can't Paint Over Bad Drywall
Paint doesn't hide drywall damage — it highlights it. Nail pops cast shadows, cracks telegraph through, patches flash through the finish, and water stains bleed. Proper drywall repair is the foundation of every great interior paint job — and we won't paint until the walls are right.
Flawless Paint Starts With Flat Walls
Paint magnifies every imperfection — nail pops, dents, cracks, and patches all show through. We repair drywall before painting so the finished walls are truly smooth. It's built into every interior painting project at no extra charge for minor repairs.
Texture Matching
North Texas homes use several common texture styles — orange peel, knockdown, and smooth finish. We match the existing texture so repairs blend invisibly with the surrounding wall, not stand out as obvious patches.
Water Damage Restoration
Leaky windows, roof issues, and plumbing leaks leave stained, bubbling, or crumbling drywall. We cut out damaged sections, replace with new drywall, tape and mud the seams, match the texture, and prime — ready for paint.
How We Repair Drywall
From assessment to primer — every step done right.
Assessment & Scope
We inspect every damaged area — holes, cracks, water stains, nail pops, failed tape joints — and determine what needs patching vs. replacement. You get a clear scope and price before any work begins.
Repair & Replacement
Small holes and dents are patched with joint compound. Larger damage gets cut out and replaced with new drywall. Cracks are taped and mudded. Water-damaged sections are cut back to sound drywall and new board is installed.
Mudding, Sanding & Texture
Multiple thin coats of joint compound are applied, dried, and sanded smooth. The repaired area is then textured to match the surrounding wall — orange peel, knockdown, or smooth — so the repair is invisible.
Priming & Walkthrough
Repaired areas are primed with a stain-blocking primer (essential for water stains) so they don't bleed through the finish paint. We walk the walls with you under good light before any paint is applied.
Drywall Repair Questions
Answers to common questions about drywall repair in North Texas.
Do you do drywall repair without painting?
Yes. We can repair drywall and leave it primed and ready for you to paint, or we can complete the full paint job after repairs. Many homeowners bundle drywall repair with interior painting since we're already prepping the walls.
How do you match existing wall texture?
We identify the texture type first — orange peel (most common in DFW), knockdown, or smooth. We then replicate it using the same application method, material, and spray pattern. Texture matching takes experience; our painters do it daily.
Will water stains bleed through new paint?
Not if they're properly primed. Water stains contain tannins and minerals that will bleed through regular paint — sometimes immediately, sometimes months later. We always use a stain-blocking oil-based or shellac primer on water-damaged areas before painting.
How long does drywall repair take before painting?
Most repairs take 1–2 days — the compound needs time to dry between coats. Larger jobs with multiple patches or full sheet replacement may take 2–3 days. We can usually start painting the day after the final sand.
Smooth Walls Start Here
We respond within 60 minutes during business hours and schedule your on-site walkthrough within 1–2 days. Free estimate, no deposit, $1M general liability insurance on every project.