How much does a drywall repair cost in Washington, D.C., DC?
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 Washington, D.C. 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
Drywall repair cost in Washington, D.C., DC
We have no documented price index for Washington, D.C. for this job, so the table shows the US national range.
| Estimate | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US national range | $296 | $613 | $930 | Per repair: typical range of customer-reported jobs (HomeAdvisor) | October 2026 |
What drives 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.
Paint and texture matching
Matching texture and repainting add time.
Permits and what's included in Washington, D.C.
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 Washington, D.C.’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 Washington, D.C.
The top 3 of 39 drywall contractors we rank for Washington, D.C., DC, by CR Score. Paid placement never changes rank.
- #1Supreme Drywall Contractors Washington DCCR Score 625.0from 36 Google reviews
- #2Cruz Expert in Paint and Drywall LLCCR Score 605.0from 82 Google reviews
- #3MA Painting & Drywall LLCCR Score 595.0from 43 Google reviews
Drywall repair cost in Washington, D.C.: questions
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Sources
Checked October 2026. Figures are estimates, not quotes.
- HomeAdvisor: Drywall repair cost · page updated June 17, 2026 · checked October 2026Primary source. Used for: Low, typical and high; drivers.
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