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Drywall Repair in San Jose, CA

Compare 5 local drywall repair pros. Typical service: $331–$1059.

Top Drywall Repair Companies in San Jose

  1. 1.Ezekiel's Drywall Services

    5.0★ (85 reviews)

    5.0★ from 85 reviews

    +14084699128Website

  2. 2.Drywall Masters, Inc

    4.7★ (28 reviews)

    4.7★ from 28 reviews

    +14083867991Website

  3. 3.Rock N Tape Drywall

    4.9★ (16 reviews)

    4.9★ from 16 reviews

    +14088496252Website

  4. 4.Partida Drywall

    5.0★ (14 reviews)

    5.0★ from 14 reviews

    +14087974676Website

  5. 5.Castro Drywall and Repair

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

    +14087706225Website

Drywall Repair Cost in San Jose

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in San Jose
Drywall repair$331–$1,059/job
Large section replacement$662–$1,324/job
Ceiling drywall repair$463–$1,986/job

Drywall Repair prices in San Jose run about 32% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 5 companies serving San Jose, rated 4.9★ on average across 145 customer reviews.

San Jose Climate & Seasonal Timing

What San Jose's weather means for scheduling drywall repair.

Last spring frost
January 13
First fall frost
December 18
Annual precipitation
15.82"
Heating degree days
2,257
Cooling degree days
636
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan42°58.1°3.07"
Feb44.7°61.9°3.11"
Mar46.6°65.7°2.54"
Apr48.6°69.3°1.18"
May52.4°74.3°0.51"
Jun56°79.1°0.1"
Jul58.1°81.9°0.02"
Aug58.3°81.9°0.02"
Sep56.8°80.1°0.18"
Oct52.5°74°0.8"
Nov46°64.3°1.68"
Dec41.9°58°2.61"

NOAA station data 6.13 miles from San Jose.

Permits & Regulations in CA

  • Painting jobs of $1,000 or more in California require a CSLB C-33 Painting and Decorating Contractor license
  • Remodeling that spans several trades requires a B General Building Contractor license
  • Work that disturbs paint in homes built before 1978 must be done by a Lead-Safe Certified firm under the EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule

License required: CSLB C-33 Painting and Decorating Contractor license (jobs of $1,000 or more)

Sources: www.cslb.ca.gov, www.epa.gov

Drywall Repair FAQs for San Jose

How much does drywall repair cost in San Jose?

A typical drywall repair in San Jose runs $331-$1059, including patching, taping, texture and paint-ready finish.

How many drywall contractors serve San Jose?

We track 5 drywall repair companies serving San Jose.

Is drywall repair in San Jose more expensive than average?

Carpentry and finishing labor in San Jose runs about +32.4% versus the national average, which is what moves a drywall quote here.

Does a drywall contractor in CA need a license?

In CA, Painting jobs of $1,000 or more in California require a CSLB C-33 Painting and Decorating Contractor license. A simple patch in a San Jose home rarely needs a permit; replacing whole walls around wiring or plumbing can.

Why do drywall repairs have a minimum charge in San Jose?

Drywall takes several visits -- patch, mud, sand, texture -- so San Jose contractors price small jobs near the $331 low end rather than by the square foot.

Can humidity affect drywall repairs in San Jose?

Joint compound dries slower in damp weather; with about 15.82 inches of rain a year in San Jose, allow extra drying time between coats.

How many quotes should I get for drywall repair in San Jose?

Two or three is plenty for a patch; with 5 drywall companies serving San Jose, ask each whether texture matching is included.

When is drywall repair cheapest in San Jose?

Interior work runs year-round, but contractors in San Jose are often busiest in spring; booking a $331-$1059 repair in winter can mean shorter waits.