Whether it's a doorknob punch, a furniture scrape that went too deep, or a hole left behind by plumbing or electrical work, drywall holes are one of the most common repair calls we get in Calgary. The good news is that most hole repairs take less than an hour and the results are invisible once painted. You don't need to live with it — and you don't need to attempt a patch kit that ends up looking worse than the hole itself.
When You Need Drywall Hole Repair
Any opening in your drywall that goes through the paper or the gypsum core needs a proper repair. Small nail holes can sometimes be filled with spackle, but anything larger than a quarter needs backing, compound, and finishing to hold up. Doorknob holes, punch-throughs, cut-outs from electrical or plumbing work, and damage from moving furniture are the most common causes. If the hole is near a corner or edge, the surrounding area may also be cracked — and that needs attention too. Leaving holes open invites dust, pests, and airflow problems. Fix them now before they become a bigger job.
Our Drywall Hole Repair Process
For small holes, we clean the edges, apply a patch with mesh tape or a California patch, then coat with compound, sand smooth, and match the surrounding texture. For larger holes — anything bigger than about six inches — we cut back to the nearest studs, install a new piece of drywall, tape the seams, apply multiple coats of mud, sand, and texture-match. The result is a surface that's completely flush with the surrounding wall and ready for paint. Most repairs are completed in a single visit.
Drywall Hole Repair Cost in Calgary
The cost of repairing a drywall hole depends on the size, location, and texture of the surrounding wall. Small holes are quick and affordable. Larger holes that require new board, backing, and multiple mud coats take more time. We provide a free written quote before any work begins — no trip charge, no surprises. The price we quote is the price you pay.
Why Choose Us
We carry full WCB Alberta coverage and liability insurance on every job. Our standard is a paint-ready finish — sanded smooth and texture-matched so the repair disappears under paint. We schedule most repairs within the same week and complete them in a single visit. Free quotes, no trip charge, and Alberta Building Code compliant work.
This service is part of our Drywall Repair services. Visit our Calgary drywall contractor homepage to see everything we offer.