Drywall Repair Cost in Los Angeles (2026)
Drywall repair in Los Angeles typically costs between $75 and $650 for most jobs. Small patches and nail-pop fixes start around $75 – $180, while larger holes, ceilings and water-damaged sections run higher. Hourly work is generally $60 – $90 per hour with a one-hour minimum.
The exact price depends on the size and number of repairs, whether texture matching and painting are included, and whether it is a wall or a ceiling. Below are real Los Angeles market ranges — every Eddie Fixes LA quote is exact and free.
Drywall repair cost by job type
| Job type | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Small nail hole / patch | $75 – $180 |
| Medium hole (up to ~12") | $160 – $350 |
| Large hole / multiple patches | $350 – $650 |
| Ceiling drywall repair | $220 – $1,300 |
| Water-damaged section | $600 – $1,550 |
| Texture matching (add-on) | $50 – $150 |
Drywall labor rates
| Job type | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Hourly rate | $60 – $90 / hr |
| First-hour minimum | $140 – $210 |
| Typical single-room repair | $195 – $650 |
What affects the price
Size & number of repairs
Bigger holes and more spots take more material and time. Combining several into one visit lowers the per-repair cost.
Texture matching
Matching orange peel, knockdown or smooth finishes adds roughly $50 – $150 but is essential for an invisible repair.
Painting included
Priming and repainting the repair so it blends adds to the price but is what makes the patch truly disappear.
Wall vs. ceiling
Ceiling work costs more because it is overhead and texture matching is harder at that angle.
Water or mold damage
Removing wet drywall, drying the cavity and replacing insulation raises the cost versus a simple surface patch.
Access & prep
Tight spaces, high ceilings and heavy protection of furnishings add labor time.
How to save on drywall repair
The easiest way to save is to combine repairs. Because hourly work has a one-hour minimum, fixing several nail pops, holes and cracks in a single visit costs far less per repair than booking separate trips. Walk the home and make one list.
Sending clear photos up front also speeds up an accurate quote and avoids surprises. And addressing small cracks or stains early — before they spread or let in moisture — keeps a minor patch from becoming a costly replacement.
What the price includes
A complete Eddie Fixes LA repair includes prep and protection, patching or replacing the drywall, taping and multiple coats of compound, sanding, texture matching and — when included — priming and painting so the repair blends in. Cleanup is always part of the job.
That all-in approach is why a quoted price reflects a finished, invisible result rather than just a rough patch you still have to texture and paint yourself.
Cost FAQ
Most repairs run $75 – $650: small patches $75 – $180, medium holes $160 – $350, and larger or water-damaged work up to $1,550. Hourly rates are $60 – $90 with a one-hour minimum. Every quote is exact and free.
Yes, typically a one-hour minimum of about $140 – $210, which is standard in Los Angeles. Combining several small repairs into one visit is the most economical approach.
Texture matching is usually quoted as part of the repair (about $50 – $150), and painting can be included so the patch fully blends. We will spell out exactly what is included in your quote.
Because jobs vary from a single nail pop to a water-damaged ceiling. Size, texture, painting, ceiling height and damage all move the price, which is why an on-site or photo-based quote is the only way to know the exact cost.
For a tiny nail hole, DIY can work. But holes, cracks and especially texture matching are easy to get wrong, and a visible or failed patch often costs more to redo. Professional repair gets an invisible, lasting result the first time.
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