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Drywall Repair in Columbia, SC

Compare 4 local drywall repair pros. Typical service: $198–$634.

Top Drywall Repair Companies in Columbia

  1. 1.Punch List Pros

    4.8★ (437 reviews)

    4.8★ from 437 reviews

    +18037534526Website

  2. 2.Carolina's Best painting & drywall services, LLP

    5.0★ (72 reviews)

    5.0★ from 72 reviews

    +18033941002

  3. 3.MC Drywall Craftman LLC

    +18034775623

  4. 4.Pro Drywall Repair Columbia

    +18035605422Website

Drywall Repair Cost in Columbia

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

ServiceTypical range in Columbia
Drywall repair$198–$634/job
Large section replacement$397–$793/job
Ceiling drywall repair$278–$1,190/job

Drywall Repair prices in Columbia run about 21% 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 4 companies serving Columbia, rated 4.9★ on average across 509 customer reviews.

Columbia Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Columbia's weather means for scheduling drywall repair.

Last spring frost
March 23
First fall frost
November 15
Annual precipitation
44.87"
Heating degree days
2,658
Cooling degree days
2,025
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan33°54.7°3.95"
Feb36.1°59.1°3.65"
Mar42.6°66.7°4.03"
Apr50.4°75.1°2.96"
May59.3°82.5°2.91"
Jun67.4°88.8°4.11"
Jul70.9°91.8°4.9"
Aug69.7°90°4.85"
Sep63.2°84.4°3.96"
Oct52.3°75.3°3.02"
Nov43.4°66.7°3.09"
Dec35.6°57.4°3.44"

NOAA station data 6.62 miles from Columbia.

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 Columbia

How much does drywall repair cost in Columbia?

A typical drywall repair in Columbia runs $198-$634, including patching, taping, texture and paint-ready finish.

How many drywall contractors serve Columbia?

We track 4 drywall repair companies serving Columbia.

Is drywall repair in Columbia more expensive than average?

Carpentry and finishing labor in Columbia runs about -20.7% 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 Columbia home rarely needs a permit; replacing whole walls around wiring or plumbing can.

Why do drywall repairs have a minimum charge in Columbia?

Drywall takes several visits -- patch, mud, sand, texture -- so Columbia contractors price small jobs near the $198 low end rather than by the square foot.

Can humidity affect drywall repairs in Columbia?

Joint compound dries slower in damp weather; with about 44.87 inches of rain a year in Columbia, allow extra drying time between coats.

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

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

When is drywall repair cheapest in Columbia?

Interior work runs year-round, but contractors in Columbia are often busiest in spring; booking a $198-$634 repair in winter can mean shorter waits.