The HandyMan Can · Handyman service
Drywall & plaster repair in San Francisco & the Bay Area
Holes, dents and cracks in drywall and plaster patched, sanded smooth and left ready for paint. Most patches take 30–60 minutes of hands-on time.
- Background-checkedKnow exactly who is coming into your home.
- BondedYour home is in trustworthy hands.
- Shoe covers onFloors and furniture stay protected.
- Left as we found itDust, debris and packaging cleaned up before we go.
What we do
Drywall & plaster repair, done right the first time
From doorknob holes and anchor holes to settling cracks in older plaster, we patch walls so the repair blends in once it's painted. Many Bay Area homes have original plaster, which needs a different approach than modern drywall.
Patching compound needs drying time between coats, so wall repairs pair well with other jobs on your list during the same visit.
Typical time: 30–60 min per area. A 3-hour visit usually covers four to six jobs, and a 2-hour visit fits a shorter list, so add the rest of your list. See all services.
What's included
- Small and medium holes in drywall
- Doorknob and anchor holes
- Cracks in drywall and plaster
- Dents and dings
- Sanding smooth and leaving the patch paint-ready
- Patching holes left after removing shelves or a TV mount
Before your visit
How to get ready
Helpful to have ready
- Send photos of each spot, with something for scale
- Move furniture away from the wall if you can
- Keep any leftover paint if you plan to touch up later
Customers buy parts upfront at store prices with no markup. After seeing your photos we send the exact list, and we can pick it up on the way.
Good to know
We leave patches smooth and ready for paint. Large sections of new drywall, water-damaged walls and structural cracks are bigger jobs that we'd quote separately or refer out.
Pricing
Simple flat prices for every job
The same prices everywhere we work. Pricing details · Policies
Two flat-rate visits
$1892 hours
$2503 hours
- One experienced handyman, fully equipped
- As many jobs as fit in your 2 or 3 hours
- No charge for parking, bridge tolls or travel
- Shoe covers, floor protection and full clean-up
- 30-day workmanship guarantee
- Deposit to reserve (part of your total)
- $50
- Balance when done, 2-hour visit
- $139
- Balance when done, 3-hour visit
- $200
- Each additional hour
- $80
- Parts & materials
- Purchased by you upfront
- Parking, tolls, travel & parts pickup
- Included
Accepted payment
- Zelle
- Cash
- Not accepted: No credit cards
How it works
Simple from start to finish
Send your list and photos
Select your jobs and add a few photos so we know exactly what we're working with.
Confirm your visit
We text you the next open day in your area. A $50 Zelle deposit reserves it, and it counts toward your total.
Parts ready to go
We tell you exactly what to buy. You order it for store pickup or delivery, and we grab it on the way, so your visit time goes to the work.
Pay when it's done
The balance ($139 for 2 hours, $200 for 3) by Zelle or cash, plus any extra time you approved. No surprise charges.
“Jaime was such a pleasure to work with! He's honest and hardworking. … He was very respectful to our home, laying down a drop cloth on our carpet where he was working. He was great at communicating with me.”
“Jaime did an excellent job for me repainting my home and trimming my door that was too large for the frame! He was a professional, prompt and easy to work with. Very reasonably priced and did an excellent job.”
Where we work
Drywall & plaster repair across the Bay Area
Same flat price in every city we serve: San Francisco, the Peninsula down to Palo Alto, and the East Bay.
FAQ
Drywall & plaster repair questions
How much does drywall repair cost?
It's included in the flat $189 for 2 hours or $250 for 3 hours, along with as many other jobs as fit. Each extra hour is $80.
Can you repair old plaster walls?
Yes. We patch cracks and holes in plaster as well as drywall.
Will the patch be ready to paint?
Yes, we sand it smooth and leave it ready for paint.
What if the wall damage is large?
Large sections, water damage or structural cracks are bigger jobs. Send photos and we'll tell you whether it fits a visit or needs an estimate.
Ready to book drywall & plaster repair?
$189 for 2 hours or $250 for 3 hours. Send your list and photos and we'll reply within a few hours.