Services

Drywall Repair Services in Palm Beach County

One trade, done properly. Dr Handyman Service handles the full drywall repair sequence — demolition, board, tape, texture, primer and paint — so you are not coordinating three contractors for one hole.

Call (305) 360-0342

Holes and impact damage

Doorknob dings, furniture punctures, TV mount tear-outs and stud-to-stud damage. We cut back to solid framing, add backing where needed, then tape, float and finish.

  • •Small patches to full sheet replacement
  • •Blocking added behind large openings
  • •Anchors reinstalled for mounts and shelves

Cracks, seams and nail pops

Florida homes move. Recurring seam cracks and popped fasteners are opened up, refastened, retaped with mesh and setting compound, then floated so they stay closed.

  • •Ceiling and wall seam cracks
  • •Cracks above doors and windows
  • •Screw and nail pop refastening

Ceiling and water damage repair

Once the leak is stopped and the cavity is dry, we remove stained or sagging board, replace it, seal the area and rebuild the texture so no shadow line remains.

  • •Roof and A/C condensation stains
  • •Sagging or crumbling ceiling board
  • •Stain-blocking primer before paint

Texture matching

Matching is the difference between a repair you notice and one you don't. We sample your texture on a test board first, then reproduce it across the patch and feathered edge.

  • •Knockdown and orange peel
  • •Skip trowel and hand textures
  • •Smooth Level 5 finishes

Popcorn and dated ceilings

Popcorn ceiling patched to match, or the affected area smoothed and refinished when you would rather move away from the older texture.

  • •Patch-in of existing popcorn
  • •Smooth-over of damaged sections
  • •Coordinated with painting

Corner bead and trim edges

Dented and split outside corners get new bead, fresh mud in coats and rebuilt texture so the edge is straight and durable again.

  • •Metal and vinyl corner bead
  • •Archways and bullnose corners
  • •Baseboard and casing edges

Access panels and after-trade closeups

Openings left by plumbers, electricians and A/C techs closed up properly — insulation replaced, board fastened, taped flush and painted.

  • •Bathroom and kitchen wall cuts
  • •Attic and chase openings
  • •Removable access panels on request

Priming and paint

Most repairs include spot priming and paint. Full-wall or full-room repainting can be added so color and sheen match across the whole surface.

  • •Spot prime and paint included
  • •Full wall or room repaint on request
  • •Sheen matched to existing finish

Repair types illustrated

Five illustrative before and after pairs showing the repair types above.

Illustrative examples: these images are digitally generated to show the type of damage we repair and the finish we aim for. They are not photographs of customer homes.

Before repair: large jagged impact hole in the beige drywall of a home hallway with crumbled edges and dust on the baseboardBefore
After repair: the same hallway wall smooth and seamless, patch invisible, freshly painted beige with a clean white baseboardAfter

Hallway impact hole

Furniture damage cut back to solid framing, backed, patched, textured and repainted to match the existing beige wall.

Before repair: brown water stain spreading across a white living room ceiling beside a light fixture with sagging drywallBefore
After repair: clean white living room ceiling with no stain, even texture and a reinstalled light fixtureAfter

Ceiling water stain

Stained and sagging ceiling board removed after the leak was stopped, then re-boarded, sealed, textured and repainted flat white.

Before repair: long settlement crack running from the ceiling down the drywall seam above an interior doorway on a gold-painted wallBefore
After repair: the same doorway seam retaped and floated with fresh compound, ready for final paint on the warm wallAfter

Settlement crack above a doorway

Recurring seam crack opened up, retaped with mesh and setting compound, floated in three coats and repainted.

Before repair: large square hole cut open in a bathroom drywall wall above the tile after plumbing work, exposed studs and ragged edgesBefore
After repair: bathroom wall closed with new drywall, smooth painted finish blending into the white tile wainscot beside the pedestal sinkAfter

Plumbing access panel

Open access cut left by a plumber closed with new drywall, taped flush to the tile line and painted to match the bathroom.

Before repair: torn vertical drywall seam and damaged corner in a garage wall with exposed brown paper backingBefore
After repair: crisp new drywall corner in the garage with even texture and fresh light gray paintAfter

Torn corner and texture

Damaged corner bead replaced, orange peel texture reapplied over the full corner and repainted for an even finish.

FAQ

Service questions

Anything not covered here? Ask the Assistant — it answers drywall questions and can start an estimate in the same conversation.

How long does a typical drywall repair take in Palm Beach County?+

Most small patches, nail pops, and single holes can often be handled in a single visit. Larger ceiling sections, water-damaged areas, or repairs that need multiple coats of compound usually need a second visit for sanding, texture, and paint so the finish cures properly.

Can you match my existing wall or ceiling texture?+

Yes. We match knockdown, orange peel, skip trowel, smooth Level 5, and older popcorn ceiling textures. We test the texture on a sample board first so the repaired area blends with the surrounding surface instead of standing out under Florida daylight.

Do you repair drywall damaged by a roof or plumbing leak?+

We repair the drywall once the source of the water is stopped and the cavity is dry. If the area is still wet or shows active mold, we will tell you plainly and recommend drying or remediation first rather than closing up a wall that will fail again.

Do you paint after the repair?+

Yes. Priming and painting the repaired area is part of most jobs. If you want a full wall or full room repainted for a seamless color match, we can include that in the estimate.

Do you clean up the dust?+

We mask off the work zone with plastic and drop cloths, use a vacuum-assisted sander where possible, and clean the area before we leave. Drywall dust is fine and travels, so containment is set up before any cutting or sanding starts.

How do I get an estimate?+

Open the Assistant on any page or call (305) 360-0342. The Assistant collects your address, a short description, and photos if you have them, then routes the request to our dispatcher for scheduling.

Which parts of Palm Beach County do you cover?+

We serve Palm Beach, West Palm Beach, Lake Worth Beach, Boynton Beach, Delray Beach, Boca Raton, Wellington, Greenacres and the rest of Palm Beach County, including Royal Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Jupiter, Juno Beach, Riviera Beach, Lake Park, Lantana, Palm Springs, North Palm Beach.

Are condo and HOA buildings a problem?+

No. We work in condos and HOA communities regularly and can provide the work-hour and access details most buildings ask for before allowing interior work.

Also available in Palm Beach County

Not sure which repair you need? Ask the Assistant or call (305) 360-0342. See our step-by-step process.