Written EstimatesItemized, before work starts
Fast ResponseEmergency line available
Workmanship WarrantyOn every repair
LocalRockwall, TX
Damage We Repair
- Holes from doorknobs, anchors, mounts and furniture
- Cracks along seams, corners, doors and windows
- Dents, gouges and torn paper
- Loose or bubbling tape
- Nail pops and screw pops
- Sections opened for plumbing, electrical or AC work
- Water damage. See water damaged drywall repair
What Causes Drywall Damage
Not every crack is a leak. In Rockwall County, clay soil moves as it gets wet and dry through the year. That movement can open hairline cracks above doors and windows and at wall corners, and make nails and screws pop. Small cracks like these are common and usually cosmetic. Large, growing or stair-step cracks are different, and may point to a foundation issue that a repair company cannot fix by patching.
Small Repair or Section Replacement?
How a Repair Works
- Find the cause. A crack, a stain or a pop each has a different cause. We check first.
- Prepare the surface. We cut away loose board and sand rough edges.
- Patch or replace. Small damage gets compound. Larger damage gets a new piece of drywall.
- Tape and finish. We tape the seams and apply compound in thin coats.
- Texture and prime. We match the wall texture and prime so paint blends.
What It Costs
Small repairs cost less than large ones. Price depends on the number and size of repairs, whether it is a wall or ceiling, your texture, and whether paint is included. We give a written estimate before starting.
Why Call Blacklands Drywall Co
- We look for the cause of the damage, and tell you when it needs another trade.
- We match texture and prime for a clean paint finish.
- We give a written price before work starts.
- Our office is at 626 National Dr, Rockwall, TX 75032.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my drywall keep cracking?
Cracks come back when the cause is not fixed. In North Texas, seasonal soil movement and house settling are common causes. Flexible compound and proper tape help, but a wide or growing crack may need a foundation check.
Are drywall cracks a foundation problem?
Usually not. Thin hairline cracks above doors and windows are common and often cosmetic. Wide, stair-step or growing cracks, or doors that stick, deserve a closer look by a foundation professional.
Can you repair drywall without repainting the whole wall?
Often yes, but aged paint rarely matches perfectly. For the best look, paint the full wall or ceiling after repair.
Is it cheaper to patch or replace a section?
Small damage is cheaper to patch. When drywall is soft, crumbling or large areas are damaged, replacing a section is the better fix and lasts longer.