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Dw15 · Dw · Central Texas

Drywall

Patches, water damage, texture matching, new walls.

What to look for

What to look for

  • Soft or bubbling spots (water behind it)
  • Nail pops in a line along studs
  • Cracks above doors and windows
  • Holes from doorknobs or anchors
Call a pro when

Call a pro when

  • Water-damaged ceilings
  • Texture matching on big patches
  • Anything over 2 ft square

Need a pro for this?

What we'll ask you first
  1. How big is the damage?
  2. Is it from water?
  3. Textured or smooth walls?

Have these ready and the call takes two minutes.

Do it yourself

Rather do it yourself?

Patch a hole up to 6 inches

Steps
  1. Stick a self-adhesive mesh patch over the hole.
  2. Spread joint compound thin, feathering 2 inches past.
  3. Sand, second coat, sand, prime, paint.
Our picks
Budget
Mesh patch kit 4 sizes
approx. $10
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Best overall
Joint compound + 6 in knife
approx. $20
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Premium
Spray texture, orange peel
approx. $15
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