Patch, match and finish

Drywall Repair & Installation in Maryland

Holes, cracks, nail pops and water stains fixed so the repair disappears into the wall. We match your texture, prime and can paint the whole section.

  • Licensed & insured, MHIC #117279
  • Free written estimates
  • 1-year labor warranty
  • Open 7 days, 8am–8pm

4.9 on Google · 93 reviews · Based in Reisterstown, MD

Request Your Free Estimate

Drywall Repair & Installation

Drywall Repair & Installation Done Right

Drywall damage is one of the most visible repairs in a home: a doorknob hole behind a door, stair-step cracks over a doorway, a brown ring on the ceiling from a leak upstairs, or a row of nail pops after the house settles. Left alone, most of it gets worse and every flaw shows under angled light.

Our crew has patched and hung drywall across Central Maryland for more than 12 years. We cut back to solid material, back the patch, tape and feather multiple coats, then match your existing texture so the repair reads as one flat wall. If the damage came from a leak or settling, we tell you what caused it before we cover it up.

What we do

Drywall Services We Handle

Real jobs from our crew in Central Maryland. No stock photos.

Wall patching and a fresh two-tone paint job, a Handyman on Demand project

Hole repair

Doorknob holes, anchor holes and accidental damage patched, taped and sanded smooth.

Get a price for this →
Closet drywall patched, painted and re-floored, a Handyman on Demand project

Crack repair

Hairline, corner and ceiling cracks opened, reinforced and floated flat so they stay closed.

Get a price for this →
Water-damaged bathroom subfloor cut out and rebuilt, a Handyman on Demand project

Water damage

Stained or sagging drywall cut out after the leak is fixed, then replaced and finished.

Get a price for this →
Spare room before and after patching, paint and new carpet, a Handyman on Demand project

Texture matching

Knockdown, orange peel, popcorn or smooth, matched so the patch does not stand out.

Get a price for this →
Under-stair storage closet framed, drywalled and lit, a Handyman on Demand project

New drywall

Hanging, taping and finishing for new walls, ceilings, closets and finished basements.

Get a price for this →

Honest pricing

Drywall Costs in Maryland

Typical ranges from our jobs. Your free estimate is itemized and in writing before any work starts.

Small repair

$100–$300

One to three holes or cracks, patched and primed.

Usually a few hours

Get My Free Estimate

Most common

Water-damage repair

$300–$800

Cut out, replace and finish a damaged ceiling or wall section.

1–2 visits for drying

Get My Free Estimate

Room refresh

$500–$1,200

Many patches, nail pops and cracks across a room, then prime.

About 1–2 days

Get My Free Estimate

New drywall

$1,200–$2,000+

Hang, tape and finish new walls or a full room.

Scheduled to scope

Get My Free Estimate

What moves the price: Price depends on size, ceiling height, texture type, drying time between coats and whether we paint.

How it works

Our 5-Step Drywall Process

You know what happens next, what it costs and when it will be done.

Room framed, drywalled and wired for new ceiling lighting, a Handyman on Demand project
  1. 1

    Find the cause

    We check for leaks, settling or impact damage so the repair lasts.

  2. 2

    Cut back to solid

    Damaged drywall is cut out cleanly to firm edges and backing is added where needed.

  3. 3

    Patch & tape

    New drywall is fastened flush and taped at every seam.

  4. 4

    Multiple coats

    Joint compound is applied in thin, feathered coats with drying time in between.

  5. 5

    Texture & prime

    We sand, match your texture and prime so it is paint-ready, or paint it for you.

Why it matters

Why most DIY patches still show

  1. 01

    Texture matters

    A patch that is the right color but the wrong texture still shows under any angled light. We match orange peel, knockdown or smooth.

  2. 02

    Thin coats, not thick

    Piling on compound leaves a bump. We feather several thin coats past the patch so it blends.

  3. 03

    Fix the cause first

    A water stain painted over comes back. We confirm the leak is fixed before we close the wall.

4.9 on Google · 93 reviews

Reviews From Maryland Homeowners

“Handyman on Demand sistered joists; renovated a half bathroom; repaired drywall; mounted a TV; hung wallpaper; painted several rooms; and installed new lights and light switches. Their team showed up on time, did high quality work, and cleaned up each day before leaving.”

Aften Beeler Google review · drywall, lighting & painting

“Very satisfied with the customer service I received from Sara and her team. Covered my wood floors, cleaned up, took the trash with him, and showed me how to use my new faucet.”

Mary Ann Ferguson Google review · fixture installation

Read all reviews on Google

Questions

Drywall FAQs

How much does drywall repair cost?

Small repairs such as holes and cracks typically cost $100–$300. Larger repairs or a full room of drywall range from $500 to $2,000+ depending on size and complexity. You get a written estimate before we start.

Can you match my existing wall or ceiling texture?

Yes. We match knockdown, orange peel, smooth and popcorn finishes so the repaired area blends with the rest of the wall or ceiling.

Do I need to paint after the repair?

We prime every repair so it is paint-ready. You can paint it yourself, or we can paint the wall or room as part of the same visit.

How long does drywall repair take?

Small repairs are often finished in a few hours. Larger jobs take 1–2 days because each coat of compound needs to dry before the next one.

Will you fix the leak that stained my ceiling?

We handle simple fixture and supply leaks. If the source needs a licensed plumber or roofer, we tell you before we replace the drywall so the stain does not come back.

Areas We Serve

Serving Central Maryland

Handyman on Demand provides drywall and handyman services across Baltimore, Howard, Carroll, Anne Arundel, Harford and Montgomery counties. See the full list of towns we serve.