Drywall Repair & Restoration
From minor repairs to major restoration — we make your walls smooth and beautiful again
Smooth Walls, Every Time
Dented doors, wandering elbows, water stains, settling cracks — life happens, and your walls show it. At Faulkner's Painting & Paper, we've repaired countless walls across Southern Maryland, from nail holes to holes you could drive a car through.
Here's the thing: drywall repair is all about the finish. Anyone can slap some spackle in a hole, but getting it smooth and invisible — that's the skill. We take our time with taping, feathering, and sanding until the repair disappears completely into the surrounding wall.
Whether you're preparing to sell, just moved into a new home, or finally want to address that hole from the moving day, we deliver results that look like the damage never happened.
Drywall Services We Offer
Comprehensive solutions for walls and ceilings
Nail Pop Repairs
Those little bumps where nails have worked their way out? We fix them properly — scraping, re-screwing, and re-mudding for a permanent smooth finish.
From $25/pop
Small Hole Repair
Dents, doorknob holes, and anchor holes. We fill, sand, and blend so you can't tell anything was there.
From $50/hole
Medium Hole Repair
Holes from 4 inches to 1 foot across. We use patch techniques and proper taping for invisible repairs.
From $125/hole
Large Hole & Patch
Holes over 1 foot across. We cut out damaged section, install new drywall, tape, mud, and sand for seamless results.
From $200/sq ft
Water Damage Repair
From stains to swollen drywall. We assess the damage, replace affected areas, and treat for mold before repairing.
From $150/repair
Corner Repair
Damaged drywall corners from moving furniture or accidents. We repair corner bead and re-tape for clean 90-degree angles.
From $75/corner
Our Drywall Repair Process
Quality drywall repair requires patience and proper technique. Here's how we achieve invisible repairs:
1. Assessment
We examine the damage, determine the cause, and plan the best repair approach. For water damage, we identify and address the source first.
2. Preparation
We clear the area, protect floors and furniture, and prepare the surface by cleaning away loose material and priming if needed.
3. Patching
For small holes, we apply filler; for larger holes, we install new drywall patches secured with screws and backing.
4. Taping
We apply mesh or paper tape over seams and patch edges, embedding it in joint compound for strength.
5. Mudding & Feathering
Multiple coats of joint compound, each wider than the last, feathered to blend seamlessly with surrounding wall.
6. Sanding & Finish
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Transparent pricing for wall repairs
Quick Fixes
Nail pops, small anchors, minor dents
$25
per repair
- ✓ Includes materials
- ✓ Sanded smooth
- ✓ Ready to paint
Major Work
Large holes, water damage
$200
per sq ft
- ✓ New drywall installation
- ✓ Complete taping & mudding
- ✓ Sanded & primed
Multiple repairs in one room receive discounted pricing. Water damage requiring mold remediation is quoted separately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about drywall repair
Absolutely. We can match virtually any texture: orange peel, knockdown, popcorn, brush stroke, and more. We'll match the surrounding texture before painting so the repair is invisible.
Small repairs take a few hours and can be painted the next day. Large repairs may take 2-3 days to allow proper drying time between coats of joint compound. We'll give you a timeline during our consultation.
We prime all repairs and can include painting in your quote if you'd like. If you're painting yourself, we recommend waiting 24-48 hours after priming before applying paint.
Nail pops happen when the nail loosens from wood framing movement, usually from humidity changes or settling. We re-secure the underlying stud and use screws for a permanent fix.
It depends on the extent of damage. Minor water stains can often be primed and painted. Severely damaged, swollen, or moldy drywall should be replaced. We'll assess and recommend the right solution.
Ready to Repair Your Walls?
Don't let wall damage ruin your home's appearance. Contact us today for a free estimate on your drywall repair project.
