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Drywall Repair in Rochester, NY

Compare 3 local drywall repair pros. Typical service: $246–$786.

Top Drywall Repair Companies in Rochester

  1. 1.Lowell's Painting

    4.8★ (75 reviews)

    4.8★ from 75 reviews

    +15854480338Website

  2. 2.Roc City Restoration LLC

    5.0★ (14 reviews)

    5.0★ from 14 reviews

    +15854156732Website

  3. 3.Richard & Sons General Contractor

    5.0★ (3 reviews)

    5.0★ from 3 reviews

    +15858650240Website

Drywall Repair Cost in Rochester

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

ServiceTypical range in Rochester
Drywall repair$246–$786/job
Large section replacement$491–$982/job
Ceiling drywall repair$344–$1,473/job

Drywall Repair prices in Rochester run about 2% 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 3 companies serving Rochester, rated 4.9★ on average across 92 customer reviews.

Rochester Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Rochester's weather means for scheduling drywall repair.

Last spring frost
April 27
First fall frost
October 17
Annual precipitation
34.27"
Heating degree days
6,646
Cooling degree days
539
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan17.6°31.7°2.41"
Feb18.6°34.1°1.95"
Mar25.8°42.8°2.5"
Apr36.6°56°2.73"
May46.3°67.6°2.87"
Jun55.9°76.6°3.34"
Jul60.7°81°3.33"
Aug59.5°79.1°3.47"
Sep52°71.6°3.38"
Oct41.5°59.6°2.72"
Nov33°48°2.94"
Dec23.5°36.5°2.63"

NOAA station data 4.69 miles from Rochester.

Permits & Regulations in NY

  • New York has no statewide painting license; New York City requires a DCWP Home Improvement Contractor license for residential work over $200, including painting
  • Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester and other counties license home improvement contractors locally
  • 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: No state license; local licensing (NYC: DCWP over $200)

Sources: www.nyc.gov, www.epa.gov

Drywall Repair FAQs for Rochester

How much does drywall repair cost in Rochester?

A typical drywall repair in Rochester runs $246-$786, including patching, taping, texture and paint-ready finish.

How many drywall contractors serve Rochester?

We track 3 drywall repair companies serving Rochester.

Is drywall repair in Rochester more expensive than average?

Carpentry and finishing labor in Rochester runs about -1.8% versus the national average, which is what moves a drywall quote here.

Does a drywall contractor in NY need a license?

In NY, New York has no statewide painting license; New York City requires a DCWP Home Improvement Contractor license for residential work over $200, including painting. A simple patch in a Rochester home rarely needs a permit; replacing whole walls around wiring or plumbing can.

Why do drywall repairs have a minimum charge in Rochester?

Drywall takes several visits -- patch, mud, sand, texture -- so Rochester contractors price small jobs near the $246 low end rather than by the square foot.

Can humidity affect drywall repairs in Rochester?

Joint compound dries slower in damp weather; with about 34.27 inches of rain a year in Rochester, allow extra drying time between coats.

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

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

When is drywall repair cheapest in Rochester?

Interior work runs year-round, but contractors in Rochester are often busiest in spring; booking a $246-$786 repair in winter can mean shorter waits.