Drywall Repair in Boca Raton, FL
Boca Raton homes face a unique set of drywall problems. Hurricane season brings roof leaks that show up as brown ceiling stains. Year-round humidity loosens joint tape and causes seam cracks. Settling in older slab homes east of US-1 creates diagonal cracks around door frames. Doorknobs punch holes when kids play. And every time a plumber, A/C tech, or alarm installer cuts an inspection hole, somebody has to close it back up cleanly. We're that somebody — every day, all across Boca.
Trusted drywall repair across Boca Raton
What separates Palm Handyman from the typical drywall guy is finish quality. Anyone can slap a piece of drywall into a hole. The hard part is making the patch invisible — feathering three coats of joint compound out wide enough that there's no visible bump, then matching the existing wall texture (orange peel, knockdown, smooth, popcorn ceiling) so the patch disappears when painted. We do this dozens of times a week and it shows.
Common Boca jobs we handle: doorknob holes (the most common — about 4 inches across, simple California patch, $95), plumbing-access holes from a fixture or shutoff repair (usually 12 inches × 12 inches, $165–$245), water-damaged ceiling sections after a roof or upstairs A/C leak (cut, replace, three coats of mud, $245+ depending on size), and stress cracks running diagonally from door corners (score, tape, three coats, $125 per crack). All quoted flat-rate before we start.
If your drywall job is bigger — a whole bathroom remodel close-up, ceiling sag after Hurricane Milton, full-room re-skim — we handle that too. Call (561) 299-0890 or book online for a free assessment. Most Boca jobs are scheduled within 24–48 hours and most single-patch jobs finish in one visit.
Why Boca Raton homeowners choose Palm Handyman
- Texture matching is our specialty — orange peel and light knockdown are the most common Boca finishes and we match them by hand or sprayer.
- Coastal humidity expertise: we know which joint compounds set well in 85% humidity and which crack.
- Two-coat minimum on every patch, three coats on anything over 6 inches.
- Hurricane and water damage assessments — we check for hidden moisture before we close anything up.
- All work primed and paint-ready (we'll also paint if you want — see our painting service).
- HOA-friendly: certificates of insurance provided to Boca Pointe, Boca West, Polo Club, and all major communities on request.
How a drywall repair job runs from start to finish
Text us a photo of the damage and we can usually quote on the spot.
Most patches are scheduled within two business days; emergencies same day.
Cut clean square edges, check for moisture, install backer or California patch.
First coat (fill), second coat (feather), third coat (skim wide) — sanded between each.
Match orange peel, knockdown, or smooth finish to the surrounding wall.
Stain-blocking primer, vacuumed cleanup, paint-ready in 24 hours.
What sets our drywall repair apart
Why three coats matter in Boca
A one-coat patch is the difference between a fix that's invisible and a fix that haunts you forever in raking light. We always do three coats: a fill coat (joint compound packed into the hole), a feather coat (extended 6" beyond the patch edge with a wider knife), and a skim coat (extended another 4" with the widest knife, sanded perfectly flat). Boca's strong natural light is unforgiving — anything less than three coats will show every shadow.
Texture matching is the real skill
Most Boca homes have orange peel texture; some newer construction has knockdown; older homes east of Federal sometimes have smooth walls. Texture matching is an art — too heavy and the patch looks like cottage cheese; too light and the patch looks too smooth. We match by spraying with the right tip and pressure, or by hand-stippling for very small patches. After paint, you cannot find the patch.
Water damage: assess before you close
If your ceiling or wall damage came from water (roof leak, A/C drip, plumbing leak), we always check for residual moisture before we close it up. A moisture meter takes 60 seconds. If we close up a wet wall, mold grows behind the drywall within weeks. We won't do that — if there's moisture, we either let it dry or refer you to a remediation company first. Honest answers, every time.
Popcorn ceiling and 1980s textures
Many original Boca homes still have popcorn ceilings. We can patch popcorn (we keep a stock of matching texture spray), scrape and re-finish entire rooms if you want them gone, or just blend a patch into the existing popcorn so it disappears. If your home was built before 1980, popcorn ceiling material may contain asbestos — we recommend a test before any scraping work and we'll guide you through it.
Full-room re-skim and Level 5 finish
If you have a wall full of nail pops, screw dimples, and old patch shadows, the right move isn't another patch — it's a full re-skim. We skim the entire wall with a thin coat of joint compound and sand it smooth, giving you a brand-new surface. This is the same Level 5 finish you'd specify for a modern home with raking accent lighting.
Drywall Repair pricing in Boca Raton
Flat-rate, written quote before any work begins. No hidden fees, no trip charges, no Boca/Delray/PBG/WPB surcharge.
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Small hole (under 4") | $95 |
| Medium hole (4" – 12") | $165 |
| Large hole / section (12" – 24") | $245 |
| Full sheet replacement (4'×8') | $395 |
| Ceiling crack repair (per crack) | $125 |
| Water-damage cut & replace | From $245 |
| Orange-peel / knockdown texture match | +$45 |
What Boca Raton homeowners say
"Had a 14-inch hole from a plumbing leak. They patched, textured to match the orange peel, and primed it ready for paint. You genuinely cannot find where the hole was."
"Multiple ceiling cracks from settling. They scored, taped, mudded three coats, and texture-matched perfectly. Two-day job done in two days, exactly as promised."
"Water damage from an upstairs A/C drip. Cut out the damaged section, replaced the drywall, finished it seamlessly. Honest about what needed to be done and what didn't."
Drywall Repair in Boca Raton — frequently asked questions
How much does drywall repair cost in Boca Raton?+
A standard small hole (under 4 inches) is $95 — three coats of mud, texture matched, paint-ready. A medium patch (4–12 inches) is $165, and a large section (12–24 inches) is $245. Full sheet replacement runs $395. Water damage repairs start at $245. You receive a written flat-rate quote before any work begins.
Will the patch be invisible after paint?+
Yes, when done correctly. We feather three coats of joint compound, match the existing wall texture (orange peel, knockdown, or smooth), and prime the patch. After your paint goes on, the repair is genuinely invisible — even in strong light.
Can you fix water-damaged drywall after a roof or A/C leak?+
Yes — this is one of our most common Boca jobs. We first check that the leak source is fixed and the wall cavity is dry (we use a moisture meter). Then we cut out the damaged drywall in a clean square, install new drywall, tape the seams, apply three coats of mud, and match the texture. We won't close up a wet wall.
Do you handle ceiling cracks?+
Yes. Most ceiling cracks in Boca come from settling or seasonal humidity cycles. We score the crack, embed paper tape, apply three coats of mud, and texture-match. Per-crack pricing is $125; multi-crack ceilings get a flat quote.
Can you patch popcorn ceilings?+
Yes. We carry matching popcorn texture spray and can patch holes into popcorn ceilings so the repair blends in. We can also scrape and re-finish entire popcorn ceilings if you want them gone — quoted by the room.
Do you paint the patch as well?+
We leave every patch primed and paint-ready. If you'd like us to paint the patch (or the whole room), we offer painting service too — see /services/painting. We color-match using a paint sample or a photo of the can.
Are you licensed and insured to work in Boca Raton?+
Yes — Palm Handyman is fully licensed in the State of Florida and carries $2 million in general liability insurance plus workers' compensation. We provide certificates of insurance directly to Boca Raton HOAs and property managers on request, often within the hour.
Do you offer same-day service in Boca Raton?+
Yes. We hold same-day appointment windows across Boca Raton (ZIP 33431) and the surrounding Palm Beach County area. Call before noon and we can usually have a technician at your home that afternoon. Saturdays are also available at no extra charge.
How are your prices calculated?+
We use transparent flat-rate pricing on most jobs — you see the total before any work begins. For larger or multi-task visits, we offer an hourly rate. Either way, you get a written estimate and there are no surprise add-ons.
Do you guarantee your work?+
Every job carries a 90-day workmanship guarantee. If anything we install or repair fails because of how we did the work, we come back and fix it free of charge.
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