What does drywall patch cost?
Patching a hole or crack in drywall, ready for paint. Estimate labor and materials below — an honest range, never a sales quote.
Estimate your drywall patch cost
Be honest — easy access and newer fixtures cost less than tight spaces and old work.
Bundling several of the same job into one visit lowers the cost each.
Local labor rates vary a lot — pick the tier that fits your area.
Estimated job cost
$ 110 – $ 185
Most jobs land near $ 132. A standard drywall patch job for one patch, in a national-average market, with the pro supplying materials.
Where a typical estimate comes from
- Estimated Labor ≈ 1.3 hours at a national-market handyman rate.
- $ 104
- Included Materials & parts Mounts, hardware, and standard supplies provided by the pro.
- $ 28
- Estimated Service-call minimum Most handymen bill a minimum per visit — bundle small jobs to absorb it.
- $ 0
Updated
May 2026
How we estimate
labor + materials, public price guidesStandard job
around $ 132
What affects the cost of drywall patch
These are the factors that move a drywall patch estimate up or down the most — the calculator above lets you dial each one in.
- Hole size — a doorknob ding vs. a full sheet section
- Matching wall or ceiling texture
- Whether painting is included
- Ceiling patches cost more than wall patches
Frequently asked questions
How much does drywall patch cost?
For one patch at national-average rates, drywall patch typically runs $ 110 – $ 265 depending on difficulty and who supplies materials. A standard job lands near $ 132. Adjust the calculator above to match your situation.
What makes a drywall patch job cost more?
The biggest cost drivers are: hole size — a doorknob ding vs. a full sheet section; matching wall or ceiling texture; whether painting is included; ceiling patches cost more than wall patches.
Does the price include materials?
It can. Choose "the pro brings the parts" to include standard hardware and supplies, or "I'll supply the parts" for a labor-only estimate.
Can I save money by bundling jobs?
Yes. Most handymen bill a service-call minimum per visit. If drywall patch is a small job on its own, adding other tasks to the same visit spreads that minimum across more work.
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How this estimate is calculated
The estimate is labor plus materials: typical hours for drywall patch, adjusted for difficulty and quantity, times an hourly rate for your region — then materials, unless you supply them. A service-call minimum applies to very small jobs.
Every constant is documented on the methodology page. This is a planning tool, not a quote.
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