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Drywall Repair in Charleston, SC

Compare 3 local drywall repair pros. Typical service: $208–$666.

Top Drywall Repair Companies in Charleston

  1. 1.Rapid Repairs

    4.9★ (957 reviews)

    4.9★ from 957 reviews

    Website

  2. 2.Charleston Painting Contractors

    5.0★ (22 reviews)

    5.0★ from 22 reviews

    +18437375770Website

  3. 3.Drywall Repairs

    5.0★ (3 reviews)

    5.0★ from 3 reviews

    +18435565515

Drywall Repair Cost in Charleston

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

ServiceTypical range in Charleston
Drywall repair$208–$666/job
Large section replacement$416–$832/job
Ceiling drywall repair$291–$1,248/job

Drywall Repair prices in Charleston 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 Charleston, rated 5.0★ on average across 982 customer reviews.

Charleston Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Charleston's weather means for scheduling drywall repair.

Last spring frost
February 6
First fall frost
December 23
Annual precipitation
44.42"
Heating degree days
1,736
Cooling degree days
2,375
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan42.8°56.7°2.94"
Feb45.5°59.6°2.51"
Mar51.6°65°3.3"
Apr58.8°72°2.53"
May67.1°78.7°2.16"
Jun74°84.5°4.65"
Jul76.9°87.6°5.4"
Aug76.1°86.4°6.71"
Sep71.8°82°5.76"
Oct62.5°74.6°3.67"
Nov53.6°67.3°2.19"
Dec45.6°59.5°2.6"

NOAA station data 4.64 miles from Charleston.

Permits & Regulations in SC

  • Residential painting and other specialty work over $500 in South Carolina requires Residential Builders Commission registration
  • Larger remodeling is licensed as residential building
  • 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: SC Residential Specialty Contractor registration (work over $500)

Sources: llr.sc.gov, www.epa.gov

Drywall Repair FAQs for Charleston

How much does drywall repair cost in Charleston?

A typical drywall repair in Charleston runs $208-$666, including patching, taping, texture and paint-ready finish.

How many drywall contractors serve Charleston?

We track 3 drywall repair companies serving Charleston.

Is drywall repair in Charleston more expensive than average?

Carpentry and finishing labor in Charleston runs about -16.8% versus the national average, which is what moves a drywall quote here.

Does a drywall contractor in SC need a license?

In SC, Residential painting and other specialty work over $500 in South Carolina requires Residential Builders Commission registration. A simple patch in a Charleston home rarely needs a permit; replacing whole walls around wiring or plumbing can.

Why do drywall repairs have a minimum charge in Charleston?

Drywall takes several visits -- patch, mud, sand, texture -- so Charleston contractors price small jobs near the $208 low end rather than by the square foot.

Can humidity affect drywall repairs in Charleston?

Joint compound dries slower in damp weather; with about 44.42 inches of rain a year in Charleston, allow extra drying time between coats.

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

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

When is drywall repair cheapest in Charleston?

Interior work runs year-round, but contractors in Charleston are often busiest in spring; booking a $208-$666 repair in winter can mean shorter waits.