Fixing DIY Drywall Repairs

When you encounter cracks in the ceiling, dents from furniture, nail holes, or larger holes arising from accidents, you may think that the best approach to remedying the situation is to do it on your own. While repairing some of these issues may seem relatively simple, all too often you’ll find yourself searching for a professional drywall repair service to patch over your attempt and leave you with the seamless look you were aiming for the whole time.

Learn more about some of the most common DIY drywall repairs our team at The Patch Boys is called on to fix below.

Dents From Furniture

Whether you frequently rearrange the furniture in your home or use a rolling chair that often comes into contact with the wall, at some point, you may be faced with ugly dents or scuffs in the drywall that you want to fix. The process for these minor repairs involves removing any loose pieces of drywall from the area and then applying joint compound. The compound should be left to dry and then sanded smooth prior to priming and painting.

The point at which these procedures often go wrong for homeowners is sanding. When it comes to drywall repairs, proper, patient sanding is crucial. Any imperfections that are left behind will be visible after you prime and paint the area. This means you might cover up the dent but still be distracted by an imperfect wall. To sidestep this common problem and get seamless results, calling on our professionals is the way to go.

Ceiling Cracks

Ceiling cracks can be quite worrisome but are usually just the result of your residential structure settling over time. While they are typically not something to stress about, you will want to cover up those ugly cracks to maintain a cohesive look for your ceiling. 

The steps for repairing cracks start with using a razor knife to dig out the exposed line, removing about a quarter inch from each side to make space for the drywall application. However, getting a smooth finish and preventing cracks from occurring again is not as straightforward as simply applying joint compound and letting it dry. Fiberglass drywall tape must be applied, and several thin layers of compound need to be used to maintain a flat surface. 

That’s typically where DIY attempts hit a snag and lead to the crack reappearing over time. As we are often called upon to cover up ceiling cracks that homeowners have tried to remedy themselves, we recommend getting the job done right by having us fix the initial ceiling crack with our professional drywall repair services. 

Large Holes

You may know how to fix small holes, like nail holes, in your drywall and think that the same process applies to fixing large, gaping holes. Whether the problem has resulted from a doorknob, elbow, or flying object, this repair requires more materials, tools, and expertise than smaller holes.

There are two approaches you can take to fix large holes on your own. One is to take a paint stir stick and put it behind the cavity. Then, secure it against the hole by drilling in drywall screws. After that, you’ll have a more secure surface on which you can install a fresh piece of drywall.

An alternative approach requires the use of a thin aluminum sheet that comes with fiberglass drywall tape on its sides. This allows you to stick the panel across the hole, and then cover it up with joint compound.

Neither of these methods is particularly simple, and both run the risk of an inconsistent texture and questionable structural integrity for your drywall if done wrong. Rather than investing your time and money on such a large fix without any guarantee that it will work, reach out to us to quickly and easily remedy both large and small holes with out drywall repair services.

Rely On Us for All Your Drywall Repair Needs

Whether you’ve attempted DIY drywall repairs and aren’t satisfied with the results, or you simply want to ensure the problem is taken care of in the fastest, most reliable way possible, look to our team at The Patch Boys. Call us at 1-844-99-PATCH today to learn more!