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Drywall Repair in Albuquerque, NM

Compare 5 local drywall repair pros. Typical service: $248–$794.

Top Drywall Repair Companies in Albuquerque

  1. 1.Affordable Drywall Repair Albuquerque NM

    4.4★ (90 reviews)

    4.4★ from 90 reviews

    +15055330434Website

  2. 2.Perfection Drywall

    4.2★ (96 reviews)

    4.2★ from 96 reviews

    +15056154782Website

  3. 3.Affordable Drywall Contractor Albuquerque NM / Drywall Repair

    4.7★ (29 reviews)

    4.7★ from 29 reviews

    +15055330434Website

  4. 4.DBM DRYWALL

    4.6★ (30 reviews)

    4.6★ from 30 reviews

    +15055730303Website

  5. 5.MGC Drywall

    5.0★ (18 reviews)

    5.0★ from 18 reviews

    +15052265232Website

Drywall Repair Cost in Albuquerque

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

ServiceTypical range in Albuquerque
Drywall repair$248–$794/job
Large section replacement$496–$992/job
Ceiling drywall repair$347–$1,488/job

Drywall Repair prices in Albuquerque run about 1% below 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 Albuquerque, rated 4.6★ on average across 263 customer reviews.

Albuquerque Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Albuquerque's weather means for scheduling drywall repair.

Last spring frost
April 13
First fall frost
October 26
Annual precipitation
11.07"
Heating degree days
4,099
Cooling degree days
1,328
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan23.1°50.5°0.62"
Feb27.4°56.2°0.52"
Mar33.1°63.8°0.79"
Apr40.3°72.5°0.72"
May49.9°82.8°0.36"
Jun57°91°0.53"
Jul64.3°93.6°1.67"
Aug62.3°90.5°1.82"
Sep54.8°83.9°1.51"
Oct42.5°72.6°1.29"
Nov31.4°58.6°0.71"
Dec23.9°49.7°0.53"

NOAA station data 4.32 miles from Albuquerque.

Permits & Regulations in NM

  • Painting contractors in New Mexico need a Construction Industries Division license; minor work earning up to $7,200 a year may run under a handyman certificate
  • Permits are only issued to appropriately licensed contractors
  • 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: New Mexico CID contractor license or handyman certificate

Sources: www.rld.nm.gov, www.epa.gov

Drywall Repair FAQs for Albuquerque

How much does drywall repair cost in Albuquerque?

A typical drywall repair in Albuquerque runs $248-$794, including patching, taping, texture and paint-ready finish.

How many drywall contractors serve Albuquerque?

We track 5 drywall repair companies serving Albuquerque.

Is drywall repair in Albuquerque more expensive than average?

Carpentry and finishing labor in Albuquerque runs about -0.8% versus the national average, which is what moves a drywall quote here.

Does a drywall contractor in NM need a license?

In NM, Painting contractors in New Mexico need a Construction Industries Division license; minor work earning up to $7,200 a year may run under a handyman certificate. A simple patch in a Albuquerque home rarely needs a permit; replacing whole walls around wiring or plumbing can.

Why do drywall repairs have a minimum charge in Albuquerque?

Drywall takes several visits -- patch, mud, sand, texture -- so Albuquerque contractors price small jobs near the $248 low end rather than by the square foot.

Can humidity affect drywall repairs in Albuquerque?

Joint compound dries slower in damp weather; with about 11.07 inches of rain a year in Albuquerque, allow extra drying time between coats.

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

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

When is drywall repair cheapest in Albuquerque?

Interior work runs year-round, but contractors in Albuquerque are often busiest in spring; booking a $248-$794 repair in winter can mean shorter waits.