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Install x 8 1m shelves on bedroom wall (drywall)

$200

On time and great work!

Repair/patch drywall.

$100

Ben is great and got the job done! Got everything sorted in a pro manner! Definitely recommend!

Fix cracked drywall

$100

Quick and professional, David did a great job repairing our wall. Would highly recommend. Thanks

Drywall repair and repaint

$100

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Why book a drywall repair service through Airtasker?

Airtasker connects you to nearby residential drywall repair experts. No need for a DIY drywall repair and patching job. Doing it yourself may take longer, and you may even make a mess of it. Save yourself the trouble and let a professional drywall repair contractor repair your drywall instead.

We never think about wall repairs or maintenance except until we need it. Usually, drywall repairs are the least of our worries, and any unexpected damages that require immediate attention can catch us off guard. You don’t have to get a referral or make calls when this happens. Just hop on to Airtasker to find residential drywall repair near you!

All you have to do is post a task for drywall repair near you, then choose a Tasker with the offer that best fits your needs. Whether you need drywall patching to cover an unattractive hole in the wall or if you need someone to repair your entire drywall ceiling, you’ll find a skilled tradesperson in no time. Get connected with professionals on Airtasker today to get your job done right!

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Top Drywall Repair & Patch related questions

As you may know by now, drywall is prone to physical damage from dents or knocks. It is also vulnerable to water damage and mould. However, it offers excellent insulation, considerable soundproofing, and is fire resistant. It is also relatively affordable, making it easier to replace and a popular choice for home builders. 

You can patch a ceiling’s drywall yourself as long as you have the proper tools, materials and skills needed for the job. However, for a less experienced handyman, the job may take longer to complete, and the overall quality of repair may suffer. It’s best to leave the job to the experts, especially when assessing damage to prevent costly fixes in the future.

Yes, you can recycle damaged drywall. Though you may need to do some digging to find a recycler that can accept it. Mould damaged drywall, on the other hand, cannot be recycled. Be sure to dispose of it properly. 

Small holes only take 15 to 20 minutes to repair. Meanwhile, larger holes may take up to two hours. However, the time it takes to replace multiple drywall panels may vary depending on the size of the job. Be sure to ask your Tasker for an estimated time of completion.

What do drywall repair services include?

Drywall repair services include everything you need to fix damages to your wall and ceiling. Damages include dents, cracks or holes on your drywall. Experts found on our platform can perform the task using industry best practices and adhere to regular safety standards. Drywall repair services include but are not limited to:

Site assessment

Proper assessment and inspection are essential before undertaking any repair job. Whether you need a repair on cracked drywalls or patching up your drywall ceiling, Taskers can assess the damage and what caused it so that they can take this into account during the drywall repair process.  Taskers may even take measurements if needed to determine how much material they need to complete the job. If you’re not sure about the materials you need, feel free to consult your Tasker. Ask if they can source the materials for you and discuss other important points in detail before accepting an offer.

Site preparation

Once you have ironed out the details with your Tasker and completed the site assessment, next on the agenda is site preparation. Taskers may use protective material to cover the worksite and anything nearby to reduce the mess. This makes things easier for the clean-up crew especially from any debris from drywall crack repairs. For any repairs that are caused by leaking water pipes, heating or electrical systems and the like, consider hiring a general contractor to resolve the problem and prevent any further damage in the future.

Wall and ceiling repairs

Once the work site is ready, Taskers can begin the process of patching up, filling and smoothing out the holes and cracks on your drywall. Since drywall is prone to damage, sometimes not even your ceiling is safe. Patching up any damage to your drywall ceiling should pose no difficulty for your Tasker. And after getting drywall ceiling repair near you, consider hiring someone to clean your ceiling for a healthier, aesthetically pleasing space.

Depending on the damage and initial assessment, Taskers may even repair or replace sections of drywall and finish them to match your existing walls. If you need some additional wall painting done, don’t hesitate to post another task and find a specialist on our platform.

Overall, though drywall is prone to damage, it is still an affordable, sturdy material that is ideal for building homes. You can rely on experts on Airtasker for all your drywall repair needs.

Recent Drywall Repair & Patch tasks

Fix small plaster tear / peeled paint on drywall

$100

Highett VIC 3190, Australia

25th Aug 2026

Need a small patch and paint repair on an interior drywall/plasterboard surface (photo attached). An adhesive strip pulled off the top paint layer, exposing the brown paper backing (approx. 3–4 cm wide) around 11 spots total

Absolute 5-star service. He was punctual, extremely polite, and the wall repair looks completely seamless. He even took the time to clean up thoroughly afterwards. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience—would definitely hire again!

Repair drywall

$100

Greenvale VIC 3059, Australia

24th Aug 2026

Need drywall fixed in garage and painted

Great, efficient work, would hire again

Patch drywall

$250

Corinda QLD 4075, Australia

23rd Aug 2026

I need drywall patched up in my garage. The affected area is roughly 50cm wide x 45cm high. Damage caused by my car's tyre scraping against the wall. This area would need to be cut out, replaced with a piece of drywall and skimmed/plastered. See photos, this should explain the issue well enough. Please supply drywall, plaster etc as well as labour.

Great service and a job very well done. Thank you guys, much appreciated

Fix two holes in drywall

$350

Sunshine Coast QLD 4573, Australia

23rd Aug 2026

I have two large holes in my drywall that I need patching. It needs to look seamless as my new tiles won’t cover the whole area.

Great work thanks Harrison

Fix torn drywall

$10

Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

22nd Aug 2026

See pics. Just want matching colour and smooth happy to paint myself if you leave the paint with me so only ONE VISIT is required.

Replace and paint section of drywall

$300

Minyama QLD 4575, Australia

22nd Aug 2026

Two square metres of drywall to be replaced and painted in garage

Great working with Phil

I wanna get hole in wall fixed. Size 20cm×20cm. Its drywall.

$150

Preston VIC, Australia

20th Aug 2026

The Damage: A clean breakthrough in internal Gyprock drywall, measuring roughly 20cm x 20cm. The Job: Needs to be cut back, back-blocked with wood support or a California patch, plastered, and sanded completely flush ready for paint. Materials: Tasker must supply the Gyprock offcut, timber/mesh, and joint compound. Paint: White

Drywall repair

$150

Minto NSW 2566, Australia

20th Aug 2026

Hi there, I need a qualified plasterer or experienced handyman to fix a large impact hole in my plasterboard wall.The Damage: A circular crack/hole roughly 40-50 cm wide (see attached photos).Scope of Work: You will need to bring your own materials to square off the hole, install a new gyprock backing piece/patch, mesh-tape, mud, and sand it completely flush so it is 100% ready for painting.Painting: Not required (I will paint it myself later).Please let me know your availability and if you have your own tools and materials. Thanks!

Fix a crack/patch of drywall

$100

Kew VIC 3101, Australia

19th Aug 2026

Taking down adhesive wall hooks before moving out, I removed one wrong, causing the pictured bit of paint to come off, leaving an exposed area that could eat into the bond. Am keen to have this fixed if possible. 7-8cm long x 2 cm wide roughly

Patch drywall hole and clean/seal skirting board mold (1 visit)

$250

Wyndham Vale VIC 3024, Australia

19th Aug 2026

A plumber fixed a leak behind my hallway wall weeks ago, and one hole was cut open up high. The wall cavity has been open for weeks and is completely bone-dry. I need a handyman to patch the hole and treat some minor dry mold residue at the base.Scope of work : Clean the black mold residue from the skirting board joint at the base of the wall using a mold-killer spray. Patch the existing open drywall square up high Tape, mud, and flush the joints smoothly. Sand the patch perfectly flat so the entire wall is 100% ready for painting. Looking for a licensed/highly rated handyman. Fixed price must include labor and all patching/plaster materials. Please have your own tools. Thanks!

Excellent workmanship! Professional, highly reliable, and stuck strictly to the quoted price with zero hidden fees. He did a fantastic job patching and sanding the drywall hole smoothly, completely cleaned and treated the mold residue on the skirting board, and left the work area completely tidy. Communication was perfect from start to finish. Highly recommended!

Need handyman to fix the drywall

$100

Ropes Crossing NSW 2760, Australia

17th Aug 2026

Need to fix the Dry wall, size 350mm x 350mm

Fix drywall hole in ceiling

$200

Cannon Hill QLD 4170, Australia

13th Aug 2026

380mm x 205mm hole in ceiling

Plastered a patch of dry wall. Great job, would highly recommend

Mount folding table to drywall

$60

Rockdale NSW 2216, Australia

12th Aug 2026

Mount folding table to drywall I need someone to securely attach a folding table/unit to a drywall wall. The table is already assembled and has a base that sits on the floor, so the wall screws will not be carrying the weight of the table. They are mainly there to secure the top of the unit to the wall and prevent it from tipping forward. There are 4 pre-drilled screw holes along the top rear section of the table. The main complication is the skirting board at the bottom of the wall. Because of the skirting, the back of the table cannot sit flush against the drywall. I have therefore bought two boards/spacers the same thickness as the skirting board to sit behind the table and fill the gap. The job would involve: - Positioning the two spacer boards behind the table - Drilling through the existing 4 mounting holes, through the spacer board and into the drywall - Using suitable drywall anchors/fixings to securely hold the unit against the wall - Making sure everything is straight, secure and neatly installed Please see the attached photos, which should make the setup much clearer. Please bring the appropriate screws, drywall anchors/fixings and tools required for the job.

Arrived on time. Did the job well. Highly recommended.

Mount Large Mirror on Drywall

$60

Pascoe Vale VIC 3044, Australia

9th Aug 2026

Hi! I’m looking for someone experienced in installing large mirrors on drywall. The mirror is 1.98 m x 96 cm, with a thin metal frame (approximately 1.3–1.5 mm thick). I’d like someone who knows what they’re doing and can make sure the mirror is secure, stable and safely installed, without causing unnecessary damage to the wall or creating a risk of the mirror falling. I’m open to your recommendation on the best and safest way to mount it. Please only apply if you have experience installing large mirrors. Thank you! 😊

Great installation!! On my drywall

Fix drywall problems, repaint and reposition ethernet outlet

$500

Reservoir VIC 3073, Australia

2nd Aug 2026

I need someone to patch holes, a tear in the drywall, install an ethernet outlet, reposition a crooked ethernet outlet, cover a hole in the wall, and fix failed attempts to cover holes in the walls. Also need it to be sanded and painted. I am flexible on the price, please look at the photos first before making an offer. I can only upload 10 photos, there are about 30 more screw holes in addition to whats in the photos. I uploaded the worst ones.

Thanks for your work!

Drywall repair

$200

Sunshine North VIC 3020, Australia

23rd Jul 2026

Repair whole in the wall

He is very professional, did a great work!

Hang painting. Need some artwork hung on drywall.

$30

Alexandria NSW 2015, Australia

22nd Jul 2026

Need to hang a canvas in my living room. The painting isn’t heavy but it will be mounted on drywall.

Andrew was awesome. Painting looks great on the wall and he was really professional. Went above and beyond. Highly recommend him!

1 Medium to big mirror 1 clothes hanger install in garage drywall

$80

Wollert VIC 3750, Australia

21st Jul 2026

to big mirror 1 clothes hanger install in garage drywall

Job completed on time thanks!!

Repair small hole in drywall/plaster wall and paint to match

$100

Melbourne VIC 3150, Australia

14th Jul 2026

I need someone to repair a small hole/indent in my internal wall (see attached photo). Please bring all tools and materials required. I’d like the repair to be as seamless as possible.

Gabrielle did an amazing job patching up the wall. Great communication and very professional. Would definitely recommend him.

Drywall sanding

$300

Maianbar NSW 2230, Australia

25th Jun 2026

Finish final touches in sanding the top floor of a home. Walls have been sanded but it need a bit of perfection .

He did a good job. Communication was a little difficult but we worked it out