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How much does a drywall repair cost in Wauwatosa, WI?

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 Wauwatosa 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 Wauwatosa, WI

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

Drywall repair cost in Wauwatosa, WI
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 Wauwatosa

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 Wauwatosa’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 Wauwatosa

The top 3 of 29 drywall contractors we rank for Wauwatosa, WI, by CR Score. Paid placement never changes rank.

  1. #1
    Next Level Drywall & Painting LLC
    CR Score 574.7from 45 Google reviews
  2. #2
    Danny's Drywall
    CR Score 574.9from 102 Google reviews
  3. #3
    CF Drywall and painting Brothers LLC
    CR Score 554.9from 71 Google reviews

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Drywall repair cost in Wauwatosa: questions

How much does a drywall repair cost in Wauwatosa, WI?

A drywall repair costs $296 to $930 nationally, typical $613. We have no documented price index for Wauwatosa 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 Wauwatosa?

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 Wauwatosa’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 Wauwatosa?

We rank 29 drywall contractors for Wauwatosa, WI 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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