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Drywall Repair in Washington, DC

Compare 3 local drywall repair pros. Typical service: $251–$803.

Top Drywall Repair Companies in Washington

  1. 1.Supreme Drywall Contractors Washington DC

    5.0★ (38 reviews)

    5.0★ from 38 reviews

    Website

  2. 2.DC Drywall Contractors

    4.8★ (16 reviews)

    4.8★ from 16 reviews

    +12028385221Website

  3. 3.Díaz Drywall Repair and Painting

Drywall Repair Cost in Washington

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

ServiceTypical range in Washington
Drywall repair$251–$803/job
Large section replacement$502–$1,004/job
Ceiling drywall repair$351–$1,506/job

Drywall Repair prices in Washington run about 0% 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 3 companies serving Washington, rated 4.9★ on average across 54 customer reviews.

Washington Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Washington's weather means for scheduling drywall repair.

Last spring frost
April 1
First fall frost
November 2
Annual precipitation
43.53"
Heating degree days
4,178
Cooling degree days
1,533
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan26.7°44.3°3.09"
Feb28.8°48°2.9"
Mar36°56.4°3.72"
Apr45.3°67.5°3.51"
May55.1°76.7°4.28"
Jun64.7°85.6°4.08"
Jul69.6°89.6°4.32"
Aug67.7°88.3°3.41"
Sep59.4°81.1°3.76"
Oct47°69.9°3.79"
Nov38.3°59.3°3.47"
Dec30.1°48.2°3.2"

NOAA station data 2.57 miles from Washington.

Permits & Regulations in DC

  • Home improvement contracts over $300 in the District, including painting, require a Basic Business License with the Home Improvement Contractor endorsement
  • The endorsement requires a $25,000 surety bond
  • 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: DC Home Improvement Contractor endorsement (contracts over $300)

Sources: dlcp.dc.gov, dlcp.dc.gov, www.epa.gov

Drywall Repair FAQs for Washington

How much does drywall repair cost in Washington?

A typical drywall repair in Washington runs $251-$803, including patching, taping, texture and paint-ready finish.

How many drywall contractors serve Washington?

We track 3 drywall repair companies serving Washington.

Is drywall repair in Washington more expensive than average?

Carpentry and finishing labor in Washington runs about +0.4% versus the national average, which is what moves a drywall quote here.

Does a drywall contractor in DC need a license?

In DC, Home improvement contracts over $300 in the District, including painting, require a Basic Business License with the Home Improvement Contractor endorsement. A simple patch in a Washington home rarely needs a permit; replacing whole walls around wiring or plumbing can.

Why do drywall repairs have a minimum charge in Washington?

Drywall takes several visits -- patch, mud, sand, texture -- so Washington contractors price small jobs near the $251 low end rather than by the square foot.

Can humidity affect drywall repairs in Washington?

Joint compound dries slower in damp weather; with about 43.53 inches of rain a year in Washington, allow extra drying time between coats.

How many quotes should I get for drywall repair in Washington?

Two or three is plenty for a patch; with 3 drywall companies serving Washington, ask each whether texture matching is included.

When is drywall repair cheapest in Washington?

Interior work runs year-round, but contractors in Washington are often busiest in spring; booking a $251-$803 repair in winter can mean shorter waits.