Drywall Repair: When to Fix It Yourself and When to Call a Professional

Drywall damage comes in all sizes. A small nail hole from a picture frame is one thing; a doorknob puncture, a settling crack, or a water stain from a plumbing leak is another. Knowing where to draw the line between a do-it-yourself patch and a professional repair can save you from a repair that stands out every time you walk in the room.

We handle drywall repair for homeowners throughout Hendersonville and the surrounding area, including the drywall work that follows a plumbing repair. Here is how to think about it.

Small Patches You Can Handle Yourself

Tiny nail holes and pin holes are usually fine to patch with a little spackle and a putty knife. These do not require texture matching or sanding experience, and they are easy to touch up with leftover paint.

• •Nail and pin holes from pictures or shelves
• •Small scratches in the surface
• •Minor scuffs that do not break the paper

When to Call a Professional

Larger damage tends to need more than spackle. Holes that break the drywall paper or expose the cavity, cracks that return, and any water-stained area should be evaluated and repaired professionally to make sure the underlying cause is addressed and the finish blends in.

• •Doorknob holes and larger punctures
• •Settling cracks that keep reopening
• •Water stains or soft spots from a leak
• •Drywall opened for plumbing access

Drywall Tied to Remodeling and Plumbing

Drywall work is a common part of kitchen and bathroom remodeling, and it is almost always part of a plumbing repair that requires wall access. Because we handle both the plumbing and the drywall, we can open a wall to fix a leak and then repair, finish, and paint the area so the space is left complete.