How Much Does Drywall hole repair Cost?
Drywall hole repair typically costs $150 to $320 as a national estimate. For small holes — doorknob dents, anchor holes, and fist-sized damage — cost comes down to the number of patches, texture matching, and whether you want it painted.
National estimate from the HandymanQuote price book · Prices reviewed August 30, 2026
National average range — your local pro sets their own price after reviewing your details.
Drywall hole repair price ranges
Estimated tiers within the national range. Your local pro sets the actual price.
Basic
$150 – $201
Straightforward job, easy access, standard materials, nothing unexpected behind the surface.
Standard
$201 – $278
The most common outcome: typical scope, mid-grade materials, a little prep or adjustment along the way.
Extensive
$278 – $320+
Larger scope, premium materials, difficult access, or repairs needed before the main work can start.
Estimated time on site
About 1.5 hrs – 3 hrs for a standard job.
Estimated labor vs. materials
Roughly 80% labor and 20% materials for this type of work.
What affects the cost of drywall hole repair?
Number of holes
Several anchor holes and dings handled in one visit cost far less each than a single patch call.
Hole size and depth
Anchor holes fill in one pass; a fist-sized hole needs a backed patch and multiple coats.
Texture and paint match
A smooth wall touches up easily; textured walls need the texture rebuilt and often a wall-wide repaint to hide the patch.
Local labor rates
Rates vary market to market. Your quote reflects what the pro in your ZIP actually charges — not a national guess.
What's typically included?
- Cutting back damaged drywall paper
- Applying a patch or mesh and joint compound
- Sanding smooth between coats
- Priming the patched area
Scope varies by pro — confirm what your quote covers.
What can increase the price?
- Textured walls that need matching
- Painting the whole wall so the patch disappears
- Holes near corners or outlets
- Several holes in different rooms
What can lower the price?
- Smooth walls
- Bundling several patches into one visit
- Painting it yourself after the repair
When should you hire a professional?
Patching itself is forgiving; making it invisible is not. Feathering compound, matching texture, and blending paint is what separates a patch you can see from one you can't.
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How much does drywall hole repair cost?
Our national estimate for drywall hole repair is $150 to $320. This is a planning range from the HandymanQuote national price book, not a guaranteed quote or an average of completed jobs. Enter your ZIP for an estimate based on local contractor pricing where available.
Is painting included in drywall patch repair?
Primer usually is. Final paint is often extra, and blending usually means painting the full wall rather than just the patch.
Why might a small patch take two visits?
Joint compound needs to dry between coats. Quick-set compounds help, but deeper repairs sometimes need a return trip for sanding and paint.
When is a hole too big for a patch?
Larger damage — roughly bigger than a hand — usually needs a new piece of drywall screwed to backing. See the large hole repair guide.
How we estimate drywall hole repair prices
The $150–$320 range is a national estimate from the HandymanQuote price book, reviewed August 30, 2026. It is not an average of completed jobs and not a guaranteed quote. The tiers, time on site, and labor split are estimates derived from that range. When you enter your ZIP code and project details, you get an estimate based on local contractor pricing where a vetted pro serves your area, or the national estimate where one doesn't yet.
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