Expert Drywall Repair & Finishing Services
Get perfectly smooth walls and ceilings ready for paint. Dependable Painting offers comprehensive sheetrock repair, popcorn ceiling removal, wallpaper removal, and texture services in Daphne, Fairhope, and throughout Baldwin County.
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4.6 Star Rating
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Drywall Repair Done Right
Popcorn ceiling removal, wallpaper nightmares, water damage, texture matching. We fix what others avoid. Asbestos testing included when needed.
What We Fix
From ugly popcorn ceilings to water-damaged walls. Every drywall problem has a solution.
Popcorn Ceiling Removal
Asbestos testing, safe removal, smooth or textured finish. Modernize any room instantly.
Wallpaper Removal
Old wallpaper, multiple layers, stubborn adhesive. We remove it all and repair what's underneath.
Water Damage Repair
Ceiling stains, soft spots, mold concerns. Fix the source first, then we make it disappear.
Hole Patching
Doorknob holes, cable runs, plumbing access, moving damage. Invisible repairs.
Texture Matching
Orange peel, knockdown, skip trowel, smooth. We match your existing texture seamlessly.
DIY Rescue
Started a project you can't finish? We've seen it all. No judgment, just solutions.
Popcorn Ceiling Removal
The #1 request we get. Here's exactly what's involved—including the asbestos question everyone asks.
⚠ Before You DIY: Asbestos Warning
If your home was built before 1980, your popcorn ceiling likely contains asbestos. Never scrape without testing. Asbestos is only dangerous when disturbed—scraping releases fibers you'll breathe for years. A $50 test could save your lungs.
Test First
$50-75 per sample. Results in 3-5 days. We collect and submit to certified lab.
Protect Everything
Plastic walls floor-to-ceiling. Furniture moved or covered. Air containment.
Wet & Scrape
Mist ceiling, scrape texture, repeat. If asbestos-free. Abatement if positive.
Skim & Prime
Light skim coat for smooth finish, sand, prime, and paint. Or apply new texture.
Texture Matching
The hardest part of drywall repair. Anyone can patch a hole—matching the texture takes skill.
Orange Peel
Fine, bumpy texture
Knockdown
Flattened splatter
Skip Trowel
Mediterranean style
Smooth
Level 5 finish
Wallpaper Removal
1970s vinyl. 1990s borders. Multiple layers. We've removed it all. Here's what to expect.
Easy Removal
- Strippable modern paper
- Single layer
- Good wall condition underneath
- Timeline: 1 day per room
- Cost: $1.00-$1.50/sq ft
Moderate Removal
- Vinyl wallpaper
- Stubborn adhesive backing
- Minor wall repairs needed
- Timeline: 1-2 days per room
- Cost: $1.50-$2.50/sq ft
Difficult Removal
- Multiple layers
- Paper applied over raw drywall
- Significant wall damage
- Timeline: 2-3 days per room
- Cost: $2.50-$3.00+/sq ft
⚠ DIY Wallpaper Disaster?
Started peeling and realized it's taking the drywall paper with it? Stop immediately. We can still save it, but every pull makes it worse. Text us photos—we've rescued hundreds of walls.
Water Damage Repair
Ceiling stains, soft drywall, bubbling paint. Water damage is cosmetically ugly and structurally concerning.
Find the Source
We don't paint over active leaks. Roof, plumbing, or HVAC—fix first.
Assess Damage
Is the drywall soft? Sagging? Moldy? We'll tell you what can be repaired vs. replaced.
Cut & Replace
Remove damaged sections, check for mold, install new drywall, tape, and mud.
Prime & Block
Stain-blocking primer (Kilz or Zinsser) prevents bleed-through. Then texture and paint.
Insurance Claim? We Can Help.
Document damage with photos before we start
Provide detailed written estimates for adjuster
Meet with adjuster on-site if needed
Bill directly or work with your claim payment
We've worked with State Farm, Allstate, USAA, and most major insurers. We know what they need.
How Long Will This Take?
Drywall work requires dry time between coats. Here's realistic timing.
Your Questions, Answered
Ready to Fix Those Walls?
Text us photos of the damage for a quick quote. Or call to schedule your free assessment.