Tajmahome

Drywall Repair in San Francisco, CA

Compare 4 local drywall repair pros. Typical service: $368–$1178.

Top Drywall Repair Companies in San Francisco

  1. 1.San Francisco Stucco Contractors

    5.0★ (22 reviews)

    5.0★ from 22 reviews

  2. 2.A-1 Drywall

    4.6★ (14 reviews)

    4.6★ from 14 reviews

  3. 3.Harrison Drywall Inc

    3.0★ (20 reviews)

    3.0★ from 20 reviews

  4. 4.Top Rated Drywall Contractors

Drywall Repair Cost in San Francisco

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

ServiceTypical range in San Francisco
Drywall repair$368–$1,178/job
Large section replacement$736–$1,472/job
Ceiling drywall repair$515–$2,208/job

Drywall Repair prices in San Francisco run about 47% 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 4 companies serving San Francisco, rated 4.2★ on average across 56 customer reviews.

San Francisco Climate & Seasonal Timing

What San Francisco's weather means for scheduling drywall repair.

Annual precipitation
20.68"
Heating degree days
3,564
Cooling degree days
19
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan45°56.6°4.18"
Feb46.5°58.6°4.1"
Mar47.5°59°2.63"
Apr48.8°59.1°1.18"
May50.6°59.5°0.64"
Jun52.5°60.8°0.21"
Jul54°61.5°0.01"
Aug55.3°62.8°0.05"
Sep54.8°63.8°0.1"
Oct52.9°64.5°1.06"
Nov48.8°61.6°2.55"
Dec45.3°56.8°3.97"

NOAA station data 28.8 miles from San Francisco.

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 San Francisco

How much does drywall repair cost in San Francisco?

A typical drywall repair in San Francisco runs $368-$1178, including patching, taping, texture and paint-ready finish.

How many drywall contractors serve San Francisco?

We track 4 drywall repair companies serving San Francisco.

Is drywall repair in San Francisco more expensive than average?

Carpentry and finishing labor in San Francisco runs about +47.2% 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 San Francisco home rarely needs a permit; replacing whole walls around wiring or plumbing can.

Why do drywall repairs have a minimum charge in San Francisco?

Drywall takes several visits -- patch, mud, sand, texture -- so San Francisco contractors price small jobs near the $368 low end rather than by the square foot.

Can humidity affect drywall repairs in San Francisco?

Joint compound dries slower in damp weather; with about 20.68 inches of rain a year in San Francisco, allow extra drying time between coats.

How many quotes should I get for drywall repair in San Francisco?

Two or three is plenty for a patch; with 4 drywall companies serving San Francisco, ask each whether texture matching is included.

When is drywall repair cheapest in San Francisco?

Interior work runs year-round, but contractors in San Francisco are often busiest in spring; booking a $368-$1178 repair in winter can mean shorter waits.