Repairs
Drywall repair in Toronto and the GTA
Handyman on the Go repairs drywall and plaster in Toronto and the GTA, from anchor holes and nail pops to larger holes, cracks and water-stained sections, finished ready for paint.
Doorknob holes, old anchor holes, nail pops and cracks above doorways are some of the most common repairs in any home. Done well, the patch disappears once it is painted.
Tell us how many areas need repair and roughly how big they are, and add photos with something for scale, such as a coin or a tape measure.
What’s included
- Small holes from nails, screws, anchors and old mounts
- Larger holes patched with new drywall and backing
- Cracks along seams and above doors and windows
- Nail pops and dents
- Water-stained or damaged sections, once the leak has been fixed
- Sanding smooth, priming and touching up paint
Typical jobs
- Patching a doorknob hole behind a door
- Filling holes after taking down a TV mount
- Repairing a crack above a doorway
- Replacing a water-damaged section of ceiling after a leak was fixed
What isn’t included
- Repairing water damage before its source has been found and fixed.
- Jobs that need a licensed trade. See what we don’t do.
How to prepare for the visit
- Clear furniture away from the wall by about a metre.
- Keep leftover paint for the room, labelled, so touch-ups can match.
- If the damage came from a leak, make sure the leak has been fixed and the area is dry.
- Expect a little dust while patches are sanded. Floors near the repair are covered.
Questions about drywall repair
Will the repair be visible after painting?
A well-feathered patch, primed and painted, should blend in. Paint sheen and colour make the biggest difference, so touch-ups match best when the original paint is available.
What causes nail pops?
Framing lumber shrinks and moves as it dries, especially in newer homes and through the change from humid summers to dry winters. The nail head pushes out through the drywall. Resetting it with a screw and refinishing fixes it.
Helpful guides
Related services
- Repairs Drywall, doors, locks, cabinets, trim, caulking and weather-stripping around the house.
- Painting and finishing Rooms, accent walls, trim, doors, touch-ups and furniture refinishing.
- TV mounting TV mounting in Toronto and the GTA: TVs mounted level and secure at the right height on drywall, plaster, brick or concrete, with tidy cable covers.
- Home maintenance Several small jobs in one visit, plus move-in and move-out fixes for homes, condos and rentals.
Areas we serve
Drywall repair across Toronto and the GTA.
Have a job in mind?
Describe the job and add a few photos if you can. We’ll be in touch to talk it through.
