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Drywall Repair in New Orleans, LA

Compare 3 local drywall repair pros. Typical service: $207–$662.

Top Drywall Repair Companies in New Orleans

  1. 1.That 1 Painter New Orleans

    4.9★ (143 reviews)

    4.9★ from 143 reviews

    +15042172035Website

  2. 2.Riverside Worx

    5.0★ (14 reviews)

    5.0★ from 14 reviews

    +15044427470Website

  3. 3.TurnKey Sheetrock: New Orleans Dry Wall Contractors

    5.0★ (10 reviews)

    5.0★ from 10 reviews

    +15049469557Website

Drywall Repair Cost in New Orleans

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

ServiceTypical range in New Orleans
Drywall repair$207–$662/job
Large section replacement$414–$828/job
Ceiling drywall repair$290–$1,242/job

Drywall Repair prices in New Orleans run about 17% below 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 3 companies serving New Orleans, rated 5.0★ on average across 167 customer reviews.

New Orleans Climate & Seasonal Timing

What New Orleans's weather means for scheduling drywall repair.

Last spring frost
January 24
First fall frost
December 29
Annual precipitation
56.77"
Heating degree days
1,203
Cooling degree days
3,202
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan46.4°60°5.12"
Feb49.8°64.2°4.86"
Mar56°70.5°4.75"
Apr62.8°77.4°4.01"
May70.7°84.6°4.34"
Jun75.9°89.2°6.6"
Jul77.9°90.5°5.68"
Aug78.2°90.8°5.22"
Sep74.6°86.7°4.12"
Oct66.1°78.7°3.1"
Nov56.7°70.7°4.1"
Dec48.8°62.6°4.87"

NOAA station data 5.66 miles from New Orleans.

Permits & Regulations in LA

  • Residential painting and remodeling projects over $7,500 in Louisiana require LSLBC home improvement registration, and a residential contractor license above $75,000
  • Home improvement registrants file a $10,000 bond
  • 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: Louisiana home improvement registration (projects $7,500 to $75,000)

Sources: lslbc.gov, www.epa.gov

Drywall Repair FAQs for New Orleans

How much does drywall repair cost in New Orleans?

A typical drywall repair in New Orleans runs $207-$662, including patching, taping, texture and paint-ready finish.

How many drywall contractors serve New Orleans?

We track 3 drywall repair companies serving New Orleans.

Is drywall repair in New Orleans more expensive than average?

Carpentry and finishing labor in New Orleans runs about -17.2% versus the national average, which is what moves a drywall quote here.

Does a drywall contractor in LA need a license?

In LA, Residential painting and remodeling projects over $7,500 in Louisiana require LSLBC home improvement registration, and a residential contractor license above $75,000. A simple patch in a New Orleans home rarely needs a permit; replacing whole walls around wiring or plumbing can.

Why do drywall repairs have a minimum charge in New Orleans?

Drywall takes several visits -- patch, mud, sand, texture -- so New Orleans contractors price small jobs near the $207 low end rather than by the square foot.

Can humidity affect drywall repairs in New Orleans?

Joint compound dries slower in damp weather; with about 56.77 inches of rain a year in New Orleans, allow extra drying time between coats.

How many quotes should I get for drywall repair in New Orleans?

Two or three is plenty for a patch; with 3 drywall companies serving New Orleans, ask each whether texture matching is included.

When is drywall repair cheapest in New Orleans?

Interior work runs year-round, but contractors in New Orleans are often busiest in spring; booking a $207-$662 repair in winter can mean shorter waits.