Springfield, Illinois / walls & ceilings
Drywall & ceiling repair
Holes after plumbing work, cracked walls or damaged ceilings.
What the work involves
A drywall repair may involve replacing damaged board, supporting the patch and finishing the joints into the surrounding surface. Small holes and larger ceiling sections need different preparation. Recurring cracks or water stains need a closer look at the cause before the surface is repaired.
- An opening left after plumbing or electrical work
- Several cracks or damaged areas
- A ceiling patch with surrounding texture
Details to discuss with a contractor
- Is the damage on a wall, ceiling or both?
- Is it one patch, several areas or a larger section? Give approximate dimensions.
- Is there water staining? Has the source of the leak been addressed?
- Is the surrounding surface smooth or textured? Has it been repaired before?
Ask about the surrounding finish
Texture, paint sheen and light can make a patch stand out. Discuss how the repaired area will meet the surrounding finish and whether painting is included. Repainting a whole wall or ceiling is a separate scope from patching one spot.