Hire a drywall professional for larger damage

For holes larger than 4-5 inches, extensive cracking, water damage, or textured walls that need matching, a drywall professional will cut out the damaged section, install a new piece, tape and mud the joints, and match the existing texture.

Why It Works

Larger repairs require cutting, fitting, taping, and finishing skills that take years to develop. Texture matching (orange peel, knockdown, popcorn) is especially difficult for DIYers to get right.

Tips

• Cost is typically $75-200 for a single patch, $200-500 for multiple repairs in one visit
• Ask if they can match existing wall texture — not all contractors do this well
• Many drywall pros will also prime and paint the repaired area for an additional fee
• Worth it for visible areas like living rooms and hallways where a poor DIY patch is noticeable