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Recent Drywall Repair & Patch reviews in Melbourne

Absolutely fantastic job, if I could give 10 stars I would - went above and beyond and extremely professional. Would definitely use Gabrielle again :)

RepAir hole drywall

$100

So helpful and did a fantastic job. Thank you!!

Fix a drywall hole

$200

Amazing work!

Repair drywall

$150

Ken was friendly and efficient. Got the job done fast and the damage is unnoticeable. Thank you!

Fix chipped drywall

$75

Gabrielle is amazing. Fast, efficient and friendly - patched a wall and painted, all in less than an hour. Would definitely recommend.

Fix hole in drywall

$300

Fantastic work done, went above and beyond. Thanks Darren.

Small fixes to drywall

$100

What's the average cost of a drywall repair contractor in Melbourne

$139 - $250

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$139

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$187

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$250

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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 in Melbourne

Drywall repair

$150

Fitzroy VIC, Australia

1st Feb 2026

Hole in the wall. About 10 by 15 cm

Jeisson was efficient and discrete

Drywall inspection, and wall removal if clear, and end task patching

$400

Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia

31st Jan 2026

Small internal plasterboard inspection and wall removal required; remove drywall if clear and fully patch plaster finish after—non-structural wall, no plumbing or electrical work. Skilled handymen or plasterer

Drywall Repair

$500

Abbotsford VIC 3067, Australia

30th Jan 2026

Have 5 drywall holes to be patched and 2 ceiling holes (see pictures for details). Need to do the patching and sanding. Please provide all materials. Paint will be provided.

Work was done to a high standard. Very satisfied with the work. Will consider again for future work.

Putting some coat hooks in drywall and secure Ikea bookshelf in place

$50

Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

27th Jan 2026

I need help putting up a couple of coat hooks and securing 2 Ikea bookshelves to the wall so they don't tip. I tried to out the coat hooks up myself (see photo) but the anchors are falling out and I don't know how to fix.

Thanks Samuel for your help

Help fix a small hole in drywall

$100

Southbank VIC, Australia

18th Jan 2026

Fix up a hole of about 5cm in the drywall There's another small dent that needs to be fixed as well Edit: Needs to be painted as well

Great communication, punctual and got the job done on time

Repair hole in plasterboard/drywall wall & hole in MDF door

$200

Docklands VIC, Australia

9th Jan 2026

Have a 34cm(H) × 32cm (W) hole in plasterboard/drywall hole to be patched up. Also have a 7x7cm hole in an MDF door to be patched. Also have a slight dent in another plasterboard wall that's about 7cm(W) x 10cm(H) which if its a quick & simple task, would like this straightened out as well. Only patching required. No need to sand & paint.

Great detail to work. Very professionally done. Would not hesitate to choose Abdullah again.

Drywall repair with light mould remediation

$120

Windsor VIC, Australia

7th Jan 2026

We have a small corner in our bedroom where there was old water damage that has caused the drywall to warp and come off the stud. Because of this, there is a small area that needs to be replaced and checked for mould and potentially sprayed for mould. Area is no more than 1 square meter and affects the corner of the wall which includes the wall and a small part of the ceiling corner. We are looking for someone to inspect the mould and repair the drywall. Time: today (Jan 8th)anytime after 5pm. Pls provide insight to your experience with mould. No materials provided. Thank you, Leon

Minor drywall hole on my door

$100

Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

6th Jan 2026

Minor hole on door, need to patch up.

Drywall repair - hole punched in wall.

$100

South Melbourne VIC, Australia

17th Dec 2025

Hole needs repairing in airbnb after tenant punched hole in wall. Needs patching and painting colour match. Images upon request, small fist sized hole. Please share rough quote with me.

Excellent job! really professional, efficient service. Looks great

Drywall Plastering Over Brick Walls

$1,000

Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia

15th Dec 2025

I am seeking an experienced drywall plasterer to assist with plastering work over brick surfaces in my property. The total area that requires plastering is more than 20 square metres. Specific details: Plastering needs to be done over brick surfaces, which may require framing prior to installation The finished surface must be smooth and ready for painting All materials and equipment to be supplied by the plasterer The location has good access for equipment and materials. Please provide details of your experience with similar projects and your availability to complete the work. If you have any questions or need to arrange a site visit, please let me know.

Drywall patching/sanding

$175

South Melbourne, Victoria

9th Dec 2025

I need two small holes in my ceiling filled and patched (they were cut out due to fan installation), a piece of a door frame replaced (water damaged), and some towels holders and door stops repaired.

Drywall repair

$100

Southbank VIC, Australia

7th Dec 2025

I need a handyman to repair a small damaged section in my plaster wall, as there’s a horizontal hole with chipped plaster around the edges (photo attached). The job includes patching the hole, smoothing and sanding the area, and repainting it to match the existing wall colour.

Great job done by Dareen.

Drywall repair

$150

North Melbourne VIC 3051, Australia

1st Dec 2025

Looking for someone to repair two holes in the drywall of my apartment in North Melbourne. Need them patched up and painted over to look good as new. 1x Bathroom Wall: 30cm x 20cm 1x Living Room Wall: 10cm x 8cm **I do not have the paint, but it is Dulux ‘Lexicon Quarter’. Need this done preferably Wednesday or Friday this week. But can be flexible.

Patch some torn drywall

$150

South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia

25th Nov 2025

Need 6-7 small torn drywall patches repaired

Darren did a fantastic job patching and painting several holes on our apartment walls. He was punctual, communicated clearly about arrival time and his opinion on what needed to be done. He worked efficiently with impressive knowledge and skill. I’d highly recommend Darren for any future job, he was great to deal with.

Patch a hole in my drywall

$50

Melbourne CBD VIC 3004, Australia

21st Nov 2025

I have a hole in my drywall in the living room that I need patched up

Clean and very efficient.

Repair drywall and paint - holes from art hooks

$200

Windsor VIC 3181, Australia

2nd Nov 2025

Hi there, we have about 10-15 minor holes in our rental drywall left from art hooks. Hope to have these repaired and then paint the wall.

Richard did a great job and is a lovely guy. Highly recommend l

Mount TV and sound bar to drywall

$170

Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia

19th Sep 2025

I need a 65 inch tv mounted (fixed) to a wall. Samsung 2025 model Normal drywall apartment. I also need a soundbar mounted with two brackets. I have both the mount and bracket supplied. I am having the tv delivered Saturday morning, so anything after 11am-ish would suit !

Came promptly on time and finished the work in an amazing speed! Less than an hour! :) thanks Justin 😀

Plaster holes in bedroom drywall

$100

Fitzroy North VIC 3068, Australia

5th Sep 2025

Plaster 2x square holes in the drywall (approx 20cmx30cm). Plaster 2x holes in the drywall where lights used to be (approx 3cm diameter) Plaster and cover one rectangle hole in the drywall where light switch used to be (approx 5cmx10cm)

Roy did a great plastering job! Would definitely recommend him

Install 2 bike racks (concrete) + curtains (drywall/concrete)

$80

St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia

31st Aug 2025

Hi! We’re looking for someone handy to help with two small installation jobs: 1. Mount 2 bike racks on a concrete wall. 2. Install curtains in one bedroom – the wall is drywall with concrete behind it. We’ll provide the bike racks and curtains, but you’ll need to bring your own tools and any suitable wall plugs/screws for secure installation.

Reliable, efficient and punctual. Thanks Michael.

Remove wall mirror & patch up drywall

$500

Brunswick East VIC, Australia

8th Aug 2025

2 mirrors need to be removed with a combined length of 8m wide x 2m high. Stuck onto a Perspex and that Perspex has been glued onto drywall. We need it removed and for any holes in the drywall to be fixed.

Arrived on time, knew his skills and left site in a clean manner.