81/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 105 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (105).
- 4.8★ from 105 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
Best Drywall Contractors in Gary, IN (2026)
8 drywall contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Gary: Hoosier Boys Painting and Drywall, CR Score 81/100; 4.8★ from 105 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 6 PM.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): J's painting and drywall, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 8.
- 6
Most-reviewed: Van Gogh Drywall, 25 Google reviews at 4.1★, the most of 8 ranked after Hoosier Boys Painting and Drywall; ranked #6.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
8 Gary drywall contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 1 is open 24/7, 7 open Saturdays and 3 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 8 rated businesses.
Most of this list also appears on the Drywall contractors in Hammond ranking. See Drywall contractors in Hammond
Top 8 drywall contractors in Gary at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hoosier Boys Painting and Drywall | 81 | 4.8★ (105) | South Haven, 8 mi away | Sat | Overall |
| 2 | J's painting and drywall | 79 | 5.0★ (5) | Harvey, 2 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Phil’s Drywall and Plaster Repair | 78 | 5.0★ (11) | Gary | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 4 | Bob's Plastering & Painting | 74 | 5.0★ (13) | South Holland, 8 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 5 | Thompson Drywall & Painting | 71 | 3.3★ (15) | Dolton, 13 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 6 | Van Gogh Drywall | 69 | 4.1★ (25) | Merrillville, 10 mi away | — | Most reviews |
| 7 | Philbin Painting & Drywall | 68 | 4.7★ (3) | Saint Peters, 11 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 8 | Victor Esparza Drywall LLC | 66 | 5.0★ (3) | Crestwood, 9 mi away | Sat | — |
The 8 best drywall contractors in Gary, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Scores below: based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Harvey, 2 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Gary
78/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, open 7 days a week.
- 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–7 PM
Based in South Holland, 8 mi away
74/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painting”.
- 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 7 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
Based in Dolton, 13 mi away
71/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and availability: 3.3★ from 15 Google reviews, open 7 days a week.
- 3.3★ from 15 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8:30 AM–7:30 PM
- Address
- 1209 E Sibley Blvd, Dolton, IL 60419
Based in Merrillville, 10 mi away
69/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.1★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
- 4.1★ from 25 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 8789 Louisiana St Ste C Suite C, Merrillville, IN 46410
Based in Saint Peters, 11 mi away
68/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Painter”.
- 4.7★ from 3 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 7 AM–10 PM · Sun closed
Based in Crestwood, 9 mi away
66/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
- 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
How much do drywall contractors cost in Gary?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Gary. Each row names its basis and the month we checked it.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drywall repair | $296 | $613 | $930 | Per repair: typical range of customer-reported jobs. US national range | October 2026 |
How we ranked Gary drywall contractors
We scored 8 Gary drywall contractors on 8 factors, weighted as shown. A business is ranked when its trade is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. Unknown factors are left out of the score, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed October 22, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Gary data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 35% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license 0.6, bond 0.2, workers’ comp 0.2 | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | log10(reviews + 1) against the list maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 10% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | Google main category 1.0, business name 0.7, additional category 0.5 | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | 1.0 when based in the city, falling to 0 at the trade’s radius | Measured |
| Completeness | 5% | Website, photos, description, hours, claimed profile (0.2 each) | Measured |
Drywall contractors in Gary: frequently asked questions
Who is the best drywall contractor in Gary?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked drywall contractor in Gary, IN is Hoosier Boys Painting and Drywall with a CR Score of 81/100. It has 4.8★ from 105 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 6 PM. J's painting and drywall (#2) and Phil’s Drywall and Plaster Repair (#3) follow. We ranked 8 drywall contractors on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many drywall contractors are there in Gary?
ContractorsRanked ranks 8 drywall contractors serving Gary, IN. 1 of them is based in Gary; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which drywall contractors in Gary are open 24/7?
1 ranked drywall contractor in Gary posts 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked is J's painting and drywall (#2). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which drywall contractors in Gary work on weekends?
7 of 8 ranked drywall contractors post Saturday hours and 3 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Hoosier Boys Painting and Drywall (#1), J's painting and drywall (#2) and Phil’s Drywall and Plaster Repair (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does drywall repair cost in Gary?
Drywall repair typically costs $296 to $930, with $613 typical (Per repair: typical range of customer-reported jobs. US national range). This is a national range, not adjusted for Gary. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Gary drywall contractors have?
The median Google rating among 8 rated drywall contractors in Gary is 4.9★, with a median of 12 reviews. Hoosier Boys Painting and Drywall has the most, 105 reviews, and ranks #1. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does ContractorsRanked rank drywall contractors?
Each drywall contractor gets a 0–100 CR Score from 8 published factors, led by reputation (35%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). Factors we cannot measure are left out, not scored as zero. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do drywall contractors outside Gary count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the Gary city center, our service radius for drywall contractors. Each listing shows where the business is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the CR Score, so a nearby business gets a small edge.
Update log for Gary
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 8 drywall contractors serving Gary.
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