"William and his apprentice did an amazing job painting our great room- red ceiling, scaffolding, and all! I highly recom…"
Julie McElroy
Drywall Repair in North Detroit
Your Drywall Repair Project, From Consultation to Completion
Nail pops, settling cracks, and door-knob dents are part of owning a home in Utica, Warren, and Sterling Heights, and clean drywall repair is the difference between a fresh paint job and one that shows every flaw.
We evaluate holes, cracks, nail pops, water damage, and texture issues throughout your North Detroit home to determine the right drywall repair approach for each area.
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Damage Assessment. We evaluate holes, cracks, nail pops, water damage, and texture issues throughout your North Detroit home to determine the right drywall repair approach for each area.
We cut out damaged drywall sections, apply new drywall or joint compound, tape seams, and sand to a smooth finish. Texture is carefully matched to surrounding walls, orange peel, knockdown, or smooth.
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Patch, Mud & Sand. We cut out damaged drywall sections, apply new drywall or joint compound, tape seams, and sand to a smooth finish. Texture is carefully matched to surrounding walls, orange peel, knockdown, or smooth.
All repaired drywall areas are primed and painted to seamlessly blend with your existing walls, no visible patches, no texture mismatches, and a finish ready for years of wear.
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Prime & Paint. All repaired drywall areas are primed and painted to seamlessly blend with your existing walls, no visible patches, no texture mismatches, and a finish ready for years of wear.
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Honest Reviews from Real Homeowners
"We couldn’t be happier with the results! They painted the walls, ceiling, and trim, and the room looks incredible. The w…"
T Lafayette
"Very detail oriented and professional. I’d definitely recommend them and will certainly hire them again for future proje…"
David Gorman
"Great process, from coming out for a quote and explaining what they do, to scheduling, to final payment, and most import…"
James Chatfield
"William and his apprentice did an amazing job painting our great room- red ceiling, scaffolding, and all! I highly recom…"
Julie McElroy
"We couldn’t be happier with the results! They painted the walls, ceiling, and trim, and the room looks incredible. The w…"
T Lafayette
"Very detail oriented and professional. I’d definitely recommend them and will certainly hire them again for future proje…"
David Gorman
"Great process, from coming out for a quote and explaining what they do, to scheduling, to final payment, and most import…"
James Chatfield
"Outstanding Service! Our HOA selected That1Painter for a 2 Phase project of painting (repair and caulk) of our 18 buildi…"
Kimberly MacNish
"What a fabulous business to work with. Our HOA board hired THAT 1 Painter North Detroit and are very happy with the work…"
Ceryl
"Autumn and That 1 Painter North Detroit have been wonderful to work with- amazing work!!"
K Miotke
"Job was finished before start date! Communication was second to none. Paint crew and management were always professional…"
Nancy Gitter
"Michelle is wonderful to work with! W Eve worked with them before, and this time was no different. Great communication,…"
Sue Rushman
"We had a great experience working with them. They were very professional, prompt, and maintained excellent communication…"
Jill Balazsi
"Working with Autum and Michelle was a fun and exciting process. Guys that came out to paint did a great job, we never th…"
Mike Matthews
"We had an outstanding experience with That 1 Painter North Detroit. From start to finish, their communication was clear,…"
Michelle Gilbert
What Drywall Repair Costs in North Detroit (2026)
$610
Average drywall repair cost
Angi, 2025
$295–$924
Typical drywall repair cost range
Angi, 2025
96%
ROI on minor cosmetic updates before resale
Westshore Home Resale ROI, 2025
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Our 3-Year Warranty
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Drywall Repair FAQs in North Detroit
Yes. Once the source is dry, we cut out and replace damaged board, re-tape, texture, and seal the stain before repainting, a common need on Warren and Utica ceilings after ice-dam season.
We feather joint compound and match the surrounding texture before priming, so repairs in Sterling Heights and Madison Heights homes disappear under the topcoat rather than telegraphing through.
Yes, freeze-thaw movement on Michigan foundations and seasonal humidity swings move drywall, and our crews reset pops, refloat cracks, and reprime before repainting. Repairs are blended so the wall reads flat. The scope is walked at the free in-home estimate.
Yes, we cut out failed drywall, replace it, tape and float the seams, and reprime for paint after the leak source is fixed. Ice-dam damage on Bloomfield Hills and Rochester ceilings is common through late winter. The scope is walked at the free in-home estimate.
Yes, original plaster walls in Birmingham, Royal Oak, and Pontiac homes get proper crack routing, mesh reinforcement, and skim coats rather than a drywall patch. Blend is the priority. The scope is walked at the free in-home estimate.
Drywall Repair Resources
Expert tips, how-to guides, and inspiration for your next drywall repair project.
How to Fix Nail Pops in Drywall
Nail pops are cosmetic and easy to fix, here's what causes them and how professionals repair them.
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Water Damage Drywall Repair: What to Expect
Water-damaged drywall needs to be cut out, dried, and replaced before any paint goes on.
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Matching Drywall Texture: Orange Peel vs. Knockdown
Getting the right texture match is critical for invisible repairs. Here's how pros do it.
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How to Fix Nail Pops in Drywall
Nail pops are cosmetic and easy to fix, here's what causes them and how professionals repair them.
Read More →Water Damage Drywall Repair: What to Expect
Water-damaged drywall needs to be cut out, dried, and replaced before any paint goes on.
Read More →Matching Drywall Texture: Orange Peel vs. Knockdown
Getting the right texture match is critical for invisible repairs. Here's how pros do it.
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