Drywall Repair & Replacement in Madison, WI
From nail holes and doorknob dents to water-damaged ceilings and full panel replacement, we make damaged walls look like they were never damaged — including the plaster and lath walls found in older Madison-area homes.
Damaged drywall is one of the most common repairs in any home. Nail holes from moved pictures, dents and doorknob holes from everyday life, stress cracks that open up with the seasons, water-damaged sections after a leak, sagging ceilings, and full panel replacement — we handle all of it, and we match the texture so the repair blends into the surrounding wall.
Older Madison-area homes often have plaster and lath walls rather than modern drywall. We repair those too, using setting-type compounds that bond to the old plaster and lath so the wall looks like it was never damaged. Whether your home is a 1920s bungalow near the isthmus or a newer build in Sun Prairie, the goal is the same: a seamless surface ready for paint.
One important rule: if there's water damage, the leak must be fixed first. Repairing drywall over an active leak just guarantees the damage comes back. Once the source is resolved, we replace the damaged material and finish it smooth.
What's Included in Drywall Repair
Nail Holes & Dents
Spot patches for small holes and dings, sanded smooth.
Doorknob Holes
Backed cut-in patches for impact damage at door corners.
Crack Repair
Properly taped and embedded stress and settlement cracks.
Water Damage Repair
Replacement of water-damaged sections — after the leak is fixed.
Sagging Ceilings
Re-fastening or full panel replacement for loose ceilings.
Full Panel Replacement
Section replacement from stud to stud for larger damage.
Texture Matching
Orange peel, knockdown, or smooth — blended to match.
Plaster & Lath Repair
Setting-type compounds for older Madison-area plaster walls.
How a Drywall Repair Job Works
Send photos of the damage
Snap a picture of the damaged area and note the wall type if you know it. Most repairs can be estimated by phone or email without a visit.
Identify the cause
We talk through what caused the damage — impact, water, or settling — because water damage means the leak gets fixed first.
Prep and protect
We lay down drop cloths and put up dust barriers to keep the rest of your home clean.
Patch or replace
Small holes get a cut-in patch; larger damage means a section replacement from stud to stud; plaster walls get compatible compound.
Texture match
We blend the texture — orange peel, knockdown, or smooth — so the repair matches the surrounding wall.
Clean up and finish
We vacuum the work area, take all debris with us, and leave a paint-ready surface.
Things Madison-Area Homeowners Should Know
Fix the leak first. If drywall damage came from water, the leak must be fixed before we repair the wall — otherwise the damage returns.
Plaster is different from drywall. Older Madison-area homes often have plaster and lath walls. We repair those with compatible compounds so the wall looks like it was never damaged.
Texture matters. A patch that doesn't match the surrounding texture stands out under paint. We match orange peel, knockdown, and smooth finishes.
Recurring cracks need more than a skim. Stress cracks that keep coming back usually need proper taping and embedding, and sometimes a look at what's causing the movement.
Photos get you a fast estimate. A picture of the damage and the wall type is usually all we need to tell you what the repair involves.
What Will Your Drywall Repair Involve?
Answer three quick questions and see what the repair usually involves — right away, no contact info needed.
What Will My Drywall Repair Involve?
Answer three quick questions and see what the repair usually involves — right away, no contact info needed.
Wall type
Damage size
Cause
This guide describes typical repair approaches, not a final quote. Send photos for a specific estimate.
First Time Clients Discount
$50 off with 4 hours of service, or $100 off with 8 hours of service.
Ask about our senior discounts for Dane County homeowners.
Offer valid for first time clients only. One discount per client.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you match the texture on my existing walls?+
Yes. Texture matching is part of every drywall repair. Whether your walls have orange peel, knockdown, or a smooth finish, we blend the patched area into the surrounding surface so the repair disappears under paint.
My older Madison home has plaster walls — can you repair those?+
Yes. Older Madison-area homes often have plaster and lath walls, and we repair those too. We use setting-type compounds that bond to the old plaster and lath so the wall looks like it was never damaged.
There's water damage on my ceiling. Can you fix it?+
We can repair water-damaged drywall and sagging ceilings, but the leak has to be fixed first. Water damage will come right back if the source isn't resolved. Once the leak is handled, we replace the damaged panel and finish it smooth.
How big of a drywall hole can you patch?+
From nail holes and doorknob dents to full panel replacements. Small holes get a cut-in patch; larger damage means replacing the section from stud to stud; a sagging ceiling usually means a full panel replacement and re-fastening.
How do you estimate a drywall repair?+
Most drywall repairs can be estimated over the phone or by email with photos. Send a picture of the damage, tell us the wall type if you know it, and we can tell you what the repair usually involves and give you an estimate.
Will drywall repair make a mess in my home?+
Drywall work creates dust, so we lay down drop cloths and put up plastic dust barriers where appropriate, then vacuum the work area and take all debris with us. We treat your home with respect throughout.
Do you handle cracks that keep coming back?+
Yes. Stress cracks and settlement cracks often need more than a quick skim — we tape and embed the crack properly so it's less likely to reappear. For recurring cracks in older homes, we look at what's causing the movement.
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