Written EstimatesItemized, before work starts
Fast ResponseEmergency line available
Workmanship WarrantyOn every repair
LocalRockwall, TX
When You Need a Patch
- Holes from doorknobs, anchors, TV mounts or moved furniture
- Cracks along seams or above doors and windows
- Cut-outs left after a plumber or electrician opened the wall
- Sections removed after water damage
- Dents and gouges from moving or repairs
What a Good Patch Includes
- Cutting out loose or damaged board to a clean edge
- A solid backing so the patch does not flex or crack
- New drywall piece sized to the hole
- Tape and joint compound, built up in thin coats and sanded smooth
- Texture applied and blended past the edges of the patch
- Primer, so paint covers evenly
Common Wall Textures We Match
How It Works
- Look at the wall. We identify the texture and the paint sheen.
- Prepare the damage. We clean the edges and cut out loose board.
- Patch. We install backing, a drywall piece, tape and compound.
- Sand and clean. We sand smooth and wipe dust away.
- Texture. We spray or hand-apply texture and blend it into the surrounding wall.
- Prime. We prime so paint evens out. Paint is up to you, or included if you ask us.
Why Texture Matching Is the Hard Part
Any handyman can fill a hole. The patch only disappears if the texture, the thickness and the edges blend with the wall. A flat patch on a knockdown wall shows up in side light. That is why we texture and feather past the patch, not just on it.
What It Costs
Small holes and cracks cost less than large cut-outs. Price depends on the size and number of patches, whether it is a wall or ceiling, your texture, and whether paint is included. We give written pricing before we start.
Textures in Rockwall Homes
Knockdown and orange peel are common textures in newer North Texas homes, including many in Heath, Fate, Royse City and Rockwall. Older homes near Downtown Rockwall may have hand-applied textures that vary room to room. We match what is on your wall, not a standard sample.
Why Call Blacklands Drywall Co
- We feather and texture past the edge of the patch, so it does not outline itself.
- We match what is on your wall, not a generic sample.
- We give a written price before work starts.
- Our office is at 626 National Dr, Rockwall, TX 75032.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you match my existing wall texture?
Yes. We identify the texture and recreate it, then blend it past the patch. Painting the whole wall gives the best match when the paint has faded.
Will the patch show after painting?
A good patch should not. A visible patch usually means the texture or edges were not blended. If paint has aged, painting the full wall hides small differences.
How long does a drywall patch take?
Most patches take one to two visits because joint compound and primer need time to dry. We tell you the timeline when we quote.
Can you patch a large hole?
Yes. Large holes need a backing frame and a larger drywall piece. We cut and install it to a clean edge, then finish and texture it.