Drywall Repair in Mobile, AL

Mobile's 300-year history means many homes feature original plaster walls, lath-and-plaster ceilings, and historic textures that require specialized repair expertise. From antebellum mansions in Oakleigh with failing plaster to mid-century homes in Midtown with water damage, we handle plaster repair, plaster-to-drywall transitions, popcorn ceiling removal, and historic restoration. We always test for asbestos in pre-1980 ceilings.

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Drywall Repair Cost in Mobile

Typical prices for Mobile drywall work. Final quote depends on scope and complexity.

Small Repairs

Nail pops, small holes, cracks

$150 - $400

Holes under 4"
Minor crack repair
Texture match and prime
$150 minimum service charge

Plaster Repair

Historic homes with plaster walls

$300 - $1,500+

Patch cracked plaster
Skim coat damaged areas
Plaster-to-drywall transitions
Match historic textures

Water Damage

Storm or leak damage repair

$300 - $1,500+

Cut out damaged sections
Install new drywall
Match existing texture
Prime for paint

Popcorn Ceiling Removal: $1.50-$3.00/sq ft. Add $1.50-$3/sq ft for asbestos abatement if present.

Drywall Repair Do's & Don'ts

What to do (and avoid) before and after drywall work in Mobile.

✓ DO's

Test popcorn before scraping - Asbestos is common in pre-1980 Mobile homes
Fix the leak first - No point repairing drywall if water keeps coming
Clear furniture from room - Dust and debris go everywhere
Allow full dry time - Rushing leads to cracks and paint failure
Use stain-blocking primer - Water stains bleed through regular primer
Batch multiple repairs - Save money vs. separate service calls

✗ DON'Ts

Don't scrape popcorn without testing - Asbestos exposure is serious
Don't paint over soft drywall - Replace water-damaged sections
Don't skip primer on repairs - Flashing will show through paint
Don't use mesh tape on corners - Paper tape lasts longer on joints
Don't over-sand - You'll sand through the paper facing
Don't ignore mold - It needs remediation, not paint

Wall Texture Guide

Common textures we match in Mobile homes.

Texture Type	Description	Common In
Smooth Plaster	Original plaster walls, may have hairline cracks	Oakleigh, DeTonti historic homes
Orange Peel	Fine bumpy texture like citrus skin	Newer construction
Knockdown	Sprayed texture flattened with knife	Standard Gulf Coast look
Skip Trowel	Hand-applied curved pattern	Historic Mobile homes
Smooth (Level 5)	Completely flat, no texture	Modern/updated homes
Popcorn	Spray-on acoustic texture	Pre-1980 ceilings (test first)