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Drywall Repair in Bakersfield, CA

Compare 6 local drywall repair pros. Typical service: $275–$878.

Top Drywall Repair Companies in Bakersfield

  1. 1.Stucco & Plaster Contractor Services By Diaz Plastering, Inc.

    4.5★ (33 reviews)

    4.5★ from 33 reviews

    +16613444100Website

  2. 2.Alatorre's Drywall

    5.0★ (15 reviews)

    5.0★ from 15 reviews

    +16613405828

  3. 3.JBL Drywall

    5.0★ (8 reviews)

    5.0★ from 8 reviews

    +16613761894Website

  4. 4.ROCHA DRYWALL

    5.0★ (7 reviews)

    5.0★ from 7 reviews

    +16615570487Website

  5. 5.Bakersfield Drywall Experts

    5.0★ (5 reviews)

    5.0★ from 5 reviews

    +16614854998Website

  6. 6.JIREH DRYWALL INC

    5.0★ (4 reviews)

    5.0★ from 4 reviews

    +16613900394Website

Drywall Repair Cost in Bakersfield

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Bakersfield
Drywall repair$275–$878/job
Large section replacement$549–$1,098/job
Ceiling drywall repair$384–$1,647/job

Drywall Repair prices in Bakersfield run about 10% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 6 companies serving Bakersfield, rated 4.9★ on average across 72 customer reviews.

Bakersfield Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Bakersfield's weather means for scheduling drywall repair.

Last spring frost
January 28
First fall frost
December 12
Annual precipitation
6.47"
Heating degree days
2,173
Cooling degree days
2,259
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan39.3°56.2°1.16"
Feb42.4°62.8°1.24"
Mar46.5°68.7°1.21"
Apr50.2°75°0.52"
May57.5°83.5°0.18"
Jun64.2°90.9°0.08"
Jul70.5°97.1°-77.77"
Aug69°95.8°0.04"
Sep64°90°0.08"
Oct55°79.4°0.3"
Nov44.6°65.7°0.64"
Dec39°56.6°1.02"

NOAA station data 5.69 miles from Bakersfield.

Permits & Regulations in CA

  • Painting jobs of $1,000 or more in California require a CSLB C-33 Painting and Decorating Contractor license
  • Remodeling that spans several trades requires a B General Building Contractor license
  • Work that disturbs paint in homes built before 1978 must be done by a Lead-Safe Certified firm under the EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule

License required: CSLB C-33 Painting and Decorating Contractor license (jobs of $1,000 or more)

Sources: www.cslb.ca.gov, www.epa.gov

Drywall Repair FAQs for Bakersfield

How much does drywall repair cost in Bakersfield?

A typical drywall repair in Bakersfield runs $275-$878, including patching, taping, texture and paint-ready finish.

How many drywall contractors serve Bakersfield?

We track 6 drywall repair companies serving Bakersfield.

Is drywall repair in Bakersfield more expensive than average?

Carpentry and finishing labor in Bakersfield runs about +9.8% versus the national average, which is what moves a drywall quote here.

Does a drywall contractor in CA need a license?

In CA, Painting jobs of $1,000 or more in California require a CSLB C-33 Painting and Decorating Contractor license. A simple patch in a Bakersfield home rarely needs a permit; replacing whole walls around wiring or plumbing can.

Why do drywall repairs have a minimum charge in Bakersfield?

Drywall takes several visits -- patch, mud, sand, texture -- so Bakersfield contractors price small jobs near the $275 low end rather than by the square foot.

Can humidity affect drywall repairs in Bakersfield?

Joint compound dries slower in damp weather; with about 6.47 inches of rain a year in Bakersfield, allow extra drying time between coats.

How many quotes should I get for drywall repair in Bakersfield?

Two or three is plenty for a patch; with 6 drywall companies serving Bakersfield, ask each whether texture matching is included.

When is drywall repair cheapest in Bakersfield?

Interior work runs year-round, but contractors in Bakersfield are often busiest in spring; booking a $275-$878 repair in winter can mean shorter waits.