From doorknob dings to ceiling water damage — clean patches, sanding, priming, and paint-match so the wall looks untouched.
We contain dust, repair the surface, and blend the paint so you can't tell where the damage was.
| Job | Price range |
|---|---|
| Small patch (ding / nail holes) | $95 – $150 |
| Medium patch (doorknob / 1–2 holes) | $150 – $250 |
| Large / ceiling repair | $275 – $600 |
| Popcorn ceiling scrape (per room) | $400 – $900 |
| Patch + repaint wall | Quote on site |
Ranges are typical North Jersey pricing; we confirm a firm, upfront price on site. A standard service-call minimum applies. No travel fee.
Serving homeowners and property managers across Northern New Jersey.
Sentinel Handyman LLC publishes typical ranges for drywall repair: from $95 up to $900 depending on scope — the full price table is on this page. We confirm a firm, upfront price before any work begins — estimates are always free, there's no travel fee, and a standard service-call minimum applies.
Yes — every estimate and quote is free, with no obligation. We can quote by photo (text photos to (201) 400-9827) or in person.
Most jobs are booked within 48 hours, with same-day service available for urgent needs for a small added fee. We work Mon-Fri 7a-6p and Sat 8a-3p.
Sentinel Handyman LLC is fully insured and carries general liability coverage; our NJ Home Improvement Contractor registration is in process. A COI is available on request for property managers.
We cover Bergen, Hudson, Essex, Morris, Passaic, and Union counties in Northern New Jersey for drywall repair. Even if your town isn't listed on our coverage map, we likely serve it — text or call (201) 400-9827 to confirm.
Yes. Use our Snap & Send photo uploader at sentinelhandyman.com/snap-quote.html, our live pricing calculator at /pricing-calculator.html, or our 24/7 AI chat (gold button, bottom right of any page).
Real numbers and honest diagnoses, written by the people doing the work — worth five minutes before you spend a dollar.
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Read the guide →Drywall repairs in North Jersey run $95–$600+ depending on damage size, ceiling vs. wall, and whether you need texture matching and paint. Here's what each price band actually covers.
Read the guide →Patching small drywall holes is a real DIY job — and one of the easiest home repairs to bungle. Here's the technique pros use, and the line where it stops being DIY.
Read the guide →Six things every NJ homeowner should check in March or April — the catch-up list that prevents small problems from becoming summer emergencies.
Read the guide →Pre-listing repair packages in North Jersey run $450–$2,500 depending on home size and the depth of the punch-list. The ROI is typically 5–10x: $400–$1,500 in repairs prevents $5,000–$15,000 in buyer negotiation leverage. Here's the breakdown.
Read the guide →Small-scope painting in North Jersey runs $95–$750 depending on what you're painting and how much. Touch-ups: $95–$200. Single room: $350–$750. Ceiling: $200–$450. Here's what each band actually covers.
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Read the guide →Four standards we hold ourselves to on every job, every time.
You see and approve a clear, upfront price before any work begins. No surprises. No travel fee.
Background-checked pros in clean, marked vehicles. If we're going to be late, you'll know.
Square, level, plumb, and finished. Work we'd put our shield on.
Insured, with a 1-year workmanship warranty on our labor. If something isn't right, we make it right.
Get a fast, no-pressure quote today. Most jobs booked within 48 hours.
