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How much does a drywall repair cost in Lexington-Fayette, KY?

US national rangeUpdated Prices checked October 20261 source

A drywall repair costs $296 to $930 nationally, typical $613. We have no documented price index for Lexington-Fayette for this job, so this is the US national range from HomeAdvisor, checked October 2026.

US national range, not adjusted for this city

Low
$296
Typical
$613
High
$930

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Drywall repair cost in Lexington-Fayette, KY

We have no documented price index for Lexington-Fayette for this job, so the table shows the US national range.

Drywall repair cost in Lexington-Fayette, KY
EstimateLowTypicalHighBasisChecked
US national range$296$613$930Per repair: typical range of customer-reported jobs (HomeAdvisor)October 2026

What drives the cost of a drywall repair

  1. Type of repair

    Cracks, holes, water damage and ceilings are priced differently.

  2. Size of the damage

    From a small hole to a whole wall.

  3. Hidden problems

    Leaks or moisture behind the wall must be fixed first.

  4. Labor

    Labor is about 70% of the cost.

  5. Paint and texture matching

    Matching texture and repainting add time.

Permits and what's included in Lexington-Fayette

Permit note

Small drywall patches don’t need a permit; replacing large sections, or work tied to plumbing or electrical, may.

Rules are set locally; confirm with Lexington-Fayette’s building department.

What’s usually included

  • Patch or new drywall
  • Tape, mud and sanding
  • Texture matching (painting may be extra)

Scopes vary. Get the scope in writing on every quote.

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Top-ranked drywall contractors in Lexington-Fayette

The top 3 of 14 drywall contractors we rank for Lexington-Fayette, KY, by CR Score. Paid placement never changes rank.

  1. #1
    The Patch Boys of Lexington
    CR Score 595.0from 250 Google reviews
  2. #2
    Anchored Inn Drywall Patch & Repair
    CR Score 554.8from 17 Google reviews
  3. #3
    The Blue H. Drywall LLC
    CR Score 555.0from 10 Google reviews

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Drywall repair cost in Lexington-Fayette: questions

How much does a drywall repair cost in Lexington-Fayette, KY?

A drywall repair costs $296 to $930 nationally, typical $613. We have no documented price index for Lexington-Fayette for this job, so this is the US national range from HomeAdvisor, checked October 2026.

Do I need a permit for a drywall repair in Lexington-Fayette?

Small drywall patches don’t need a permit; replacing large sections, or work tied to plumbing or electrical, may. Rules are set locally, so confirm with Lexington-Fayette’s building department.

What affects the cost of a drywall repair?

Type of repair: cracks, holes, water damage and ceilings are priced differently. Size of the damage: from a small hole to a whole wall. Hidden problems: leaks or moisture behind the wall must be fixed first. Labor: labor is about 70% of the cost.

How many drywall contractors serve Lexington-Fayette?

We rank 14 drywall contractors for Lexington-Fayette, KY by CR Score. Get at least three written quotes for the same scope.

What is usually included in the price?

Patch or new drywall; Tape, mud and sanding; Texture matching (painting may be extra). Always get the scope in writing on the quote.

Sources

Checked October 2026. Figures are estimates, not quotes.

  1. HomeAdvisor: Drywall repair cost · page updated June 17, 2026 · checked October 2026Primary source. Used for: Low, typical and high; drivers.
These are published estimates, checked October 2026. They are not quotes. Typical range shown: $296 to $930. Editorial policy

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