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Drywall Repair in Detroit, MI

Compare 3 local drywall repair pros. Typical service: $272–$869.

Top Drywall Repair Companies in Detroit

  1. 1.Deperez Contracting LLC

    4.9★ (57 reviews)

    4.9★ from 57 reviews

    +13139895615Website

  2. 2.New Day Construction Services

    4.8★ (37 reviews)

    4.8★ from 37 reviews

    +13134998891Website

  3. 3.S&S Property Preservation

    4.6★ (10 reviews)

    4.6★ from 10 reviews

    +13132416155Website

Drywall Repair Cost in Detroit

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

ServiceTypical range in Detroit
Drywall repair$272–$869/job
Large section replacement$543–$1,086/job
Ceiling drywall repair$380–$1,629/job

Drywall Repair prices in Detroit run about 9% 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 Detroit, rated 4.8★ on average across 104 customer reviews.

Detroit Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Detroit's weather means for scheduling drywall repair.

Last spring frost
April 17
First fall frost
October 29
Annual precipitation
31.33"
Heating degree days
6,168
Cooling degree days
824
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan20.3°31.4°1.4"
Feb22.1°34.4°1.7"
Mar28.9°44.2°2.02"
Apr39.6°57.4°2.78"
May50.1°68.7°3.07"
Jun60.3°78.3°3.25"
Jul65.2°82.6°3.03"
Aug64°80.4°3.16"
Sep56.1°73°3.39"
Oct44.8°60.2°2.72"
Nov35.4°47.7°2.84"
Dec25.2°35.5°1.97"

NOAA station data 5.04 miles from Detroit.

Permits & Regulations in MI

  • Painting jobs of $600 or more in Michigan require a LARA maintenance and alteration license in the painting and decorating trade, or a residential builder license
  • Licensing requires 60 hours of prelicensure coursework and an exam
  • 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: Michigan M&A license, painting and decorating (jobs of $600 or more)

Sources: www.michigan.gov, www.epa.gov

Drywall Repair FAQs for Detroit

How much does drywall repair cost in Detroit?

A typical drywall repair in Detroit runs $272-$869, including patching, taping, texture and paint-ready finish.

How many drywall contractors serve Detroit?

We track 3 drywall repair companies serving Detroit.

Is drywall repair in Detroit more expensive than average?

Carpentry and finishing labor in Detroit runs about +8.6% versus the national average, which is what moves a drywall quote here.

Does a drywall contractor in MI need a license?

In MI, Painting jobs of $600 or more in Michigan require a LARA maintenance and alteration license in the painting and decorating trade, or a residential builder license. A simple patch in a Detroit home rarely needs a permit; replacing whole walls around wiring or plumbing can.

Why do drywall repairs have a minimum charge in Detroit?

Drywall takes several visits -- patch, mud, sand, texture -- so Detroit contractors price small jobs near the $272 low end rather than by the square foot.

Can humidity affect drywall repairs in Detroit?

Joint compound dries slower in damp weather; with about 31.33 inches of rain a year in Detroit, allow extra drying time between coats.

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

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

When is drywall repair cheapest in Detroit?

Interior work runs year-round, but contractors in Detroit are often busiest in spring; booking a $272-$869 repair in winter can mean shorter waits.