54/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 45 Google reviews, the most in Valparaiso.
- 4.8★ from 45 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 6 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Best Drywall Contractors in Valparaiso, FL (2026)
5 drywall contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Valparaiso: Richard Walker Drywall LLC, CR Score 54/100; 4.8★ from 45 Google reviews.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Taylor Newnam Drywall LLC, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #3 of 5.
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Most-reviewed: Smooth AZ Finish - Drywall & Painting, 8 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 5 ranked after Richard Walker Drywall LLC; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
5 Valparaiso drywall contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 1 is open 24/7, 2 open Saturdays and 1 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 5 rated businesses.
Most of this list also appears on the Drywall contractors in Wright ranking. See Drywall contractors in Wright
Top 5 drywall contractors in Valparaiso at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Richard Walker Drywall LLC | 54 | 4.8★ (45) | Crestview, 11 mi away | — | Overall |
| 2 | Smooth AZ Finish - Drywall & Painting | 54 | 5.0★ (8) | Niceville, 3 mi away | Sat · Evenings | Most reviews |
| 3 | Taylor Newnam Drywall LLC | 52 | 5.0★ (4) | Fort Walton Beach, 11 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 4 | D & D Drywall Specialties | 50 | 4.2★ (5) | Niceville, 2 mi away | — | — |
| 5 | Mom's Drywall Repair | 47 | 5.0★ (4) | Fort Walton Beach, 9 mi away | — | — |
The 5 best drywall contractors in Valparaiso, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Scores below: based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Niceville, 3 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Dry wall contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat 7 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 1817 Valparaiso Blvd, Niceville, FL 32578
Based in Fort Walton Beach, 11 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Dry wall contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Niceville, 2 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Dry wall contractor”.
- 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 281 Cedar Ave N, Niceville, FL 32578
Based in Fort Walton Beach, 9 mi away
47/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Dry wall contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
How much do drywall contractors cost in Valparaiso?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Valparaiso. 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 Valparaiso drywall contractors
We scored 5 Valparaiso drywall contractors on ten 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. A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, 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 Valparaiso data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license, bond and workers’ comp on file | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed business on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 5% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | How clearly the business does this trade (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The business has claimed its ContractorsRanked profile (free or paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The business links to ContractorsRanked from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
| ContractorsRanked reviews | 10% | Verified customer reviews collected by ContractorsRanked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
Drywall contractors in Valparaiso: frequently asked questions
Who is the best drywall contractor in Valparaiso?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked drywall contractor in Valparaiso, FL is Richard Walker Drywall LLC with a CR Score of 54/100. It has 4.8★ from 45 Google reviews. Smooth AZ Finish - Drywall & Painting (#2) and Taylor Newnam Drywall LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 5 drywall contractors on ten factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
Which drywall contractors in Valparaiso are open 24/7?
1 ranked drywall contractor in Valparaiso posts 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked is Taylor Newnam Drywall LLC (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which drywall contractors in Valparaiso work on weekends?
2 of 5 ranked drywall contractors post Saturday hours and 1 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Smooth AZ Finish - Drywall & Painting (#2) and Taylor Newnam Drywall LLC (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does drywall repair cost in Valparaiso?
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 Valparaiso. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Valparaiso drywall contractors have?
The median Google rating among 5 rated drywall contractors in Valparaiso is 5.0★, with a median of 5 reviews. Richard Walker Drywall LLC has the most, 45 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 ten published factors, led by reputation (25%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and trade focus (10%). A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do drywall contractors outside Valparaiso count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the Valparaiso 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.
Can drywall contractors pay to rank higher on ContractorsRanked?
No. The CR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured businesses may appear above the list, labelled Featured and showing their honest rank.
Update log for Valparaiso
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 5 drywall contractors serving Valparaiso.
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