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Drywall Repair in Salt Lake City, UT

Compare 4 local drywall repair pros. Typical service: $247–$790.

Top Drywall Repair Companies in Salt Lake City

  1. 1.Reyka Drywall

    4.9★ (31 reviews)

    4.9★ from 31 reviews

    +13852175770Website

  2. 2.Affordable Drywall Repair Salt Lake City / Drywall Contractor

    4.7★ (26 reviews)

    4.7★ from 26 reviews

    +18018014010

  3. 3.Handy Drywall Repair SLC

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

    +13858992354Website

  4. 4.Torres Drywall Inc

    +18016315097Website

Drywall Repair Cost in Salt Lake City

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

ServiceTypical range in Salt Lake City
Drywall repair$247–$790/job
Large section replacement$494–$988/job
Ceiling drywall repair$346–$1,482/job

Drywall Repair prices in Salt Lake City run about 1% 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 Salt Lake City, rated 4.9★ on average across 59 customer reviews.

Salt Lake City Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Salt Lake City's weather means for scheduling drywall repair.

Last spring frost
April 20
First fall frost
October 23
Annual precipitation
16.1"
Heating degree days
5,607
Cooling degree days
1,159
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan21.6°37.4°1.25"
Feb25.2°43.2°1.25"
Mar33.6°53.7°1.79"
Apr39.5°61.6°1.99"
May47.8°71.9°1.95"
Jun56.4°83°0.98"
Jul64.7°92.6°0.61"
Aug63.4°90.5°0.69"
Sep53°79.2°1.21"
Oct41.3°64.7°1.52"
Nov30.6°49.4°1.45"
Dec22.6°38°1.41"

NOAA station data 1.83 miles from Salt Lake City.

Permits & Regulations in UT

  • Utah requires a DOPL contractor license for painting and remodeling projects of $7,000 or more
  • Smaller jobs fall under the handyman exemption, with liability insurance required from $3,000
  • 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: Utah DOPL contractor license (projects of $7,000 or more)

Sources: dopl.utah.gov, www.epa.gov, le.utah.gov

Drywall Repair FAQs for Salt Lake City

How much does drywall repair cost in Salt Lake City?

A typical drywall repair in Salt Lake City runs $247-$790, including patching, taping, texture and paint-ready finish.

How many drywall contractors serve Salt Lake City?

We track 4 drywall repair companies serving Salt Lake City.

Is drywall repair in Salt Lake City more expensive than average?

Carpentry and finishing labor in Salt Lake City runs about -1.2% versus the national average, which is what moves a drywall quote here.

Does a drywall contractor in UT need a license?

In UT, Utah requires a DOPL contractor license for painting and remodeling projects of $7,000 or more. A simple patch in a Salt Lake City home rarely needs a permit; replacing whole walls around wiring or plumbing can.

Why do drywall repairs have a minimum charge in Salt Lake City?

Drywall takes several visits -- patch, mud, sand, texture -- so Salt Lake City contractors price small jobs near the $247 low end rather than by the square foot.

Can humidity affect drywall repairs in Salt Lake City?

Joint compound dries slower in damp weather; with about 16.1 inches of rain a year in Salt Lake City, allow extra drying time between coats.

How many quotes should I get for drywall repair in Salt Lake City?

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

When is drywall repair cheapest in Salt Lake City?

Interior work runs year-round, but contractors in Salt Lake City are often busiest in spring; booking a $247-$790 repair in winter can mean shorter waits.