Drywall Repair Done Right — No Visible Seams
The difference between a competent drywall repair and a botched one usually comes down to two things: proper preparation and texture matching. A patch that’s visible from across the room — one that glows differently under light or has a texture that doesn’t quite match — defeats the whole purpose. We take the time to do repairs correctly.
Types of Repairs We Handle
Small Repairs (Nail Holes, Screw Pops, Anchor Damage) Picture hooks, TV mounts, and general wall wear leave small holes throughout a home. We fill, sand, prime, and texture-match these so they disappear — useful before painting, selling a home, or after moving.
Medium Repairs (Doorknob Holes, Accidental Impacts) A doorknob through drywall is one of the most common repairs we do. These typically require a proper backing or California patch, compound work, and texture matching to blend with the surrounding wall.
Large Repairs (Full Panel Sections) When damage covers a large area — from water, a renovation gone wrong, or structural movement — we cut out and replace full sections of drywall. This gives a cleaner result than trying to patch an oversized area with compound alone.
Crack Repairs Hairline cracks and stress cracks are common in Boulder’s older homes, particularly after the freeze-thaw cycles that stress foundations and framing each winter. We assess whether cracks are cosmetic or indicative of movement before repairing.
Our Repair Process
- Assess the damage and identify any underlying issues (moisture, structural movement) before covering them up
- Prepare the area — cut clean edges on irregular damage, install proper backing as needed
- Apply joint compound in multiple thin coats, feathering the edges well beyond the repair
- Sand smooth when fully cured
- Apply texture to match the surrounding wall
- Prime the repair (painting is not included unless quoted separately)
About Texture Matching
Texture matching is a skill, not a mechanical process. Boulder homes built between the 1960s and 1990s often have orange peel, knockdown, or light skip trowel textures applied inconsistently by the original builder. We evaluate the existing texture carefully and test our match on an inconspicuous area before touching anything visible.
Before You List Your Home
If you’re preparing a Boulder home for sale, wall repairs are one of the highest-ROI improvements you can make before listing. We frequently work with sellers and real estate agents to address repair lists — contact us for a prompt estimate.