How Much Should Ceiling Repairs Cost?

Ceiling damage can happen for a variety of reasons. Water damage from above, misadventure from below, or cracks from a foundation shift can all negatively affect the integrity of your ceiling. Some ceiling repairs are cosmetic, removing discoloration or signs of past damage. Some are absolutely necessary to make your home safe and environmentally sealed again.

The question is, how much should your ceiling repair cost? You may get a wide range of estimates for the same pictures and damage description when you seek quotes from local home service teams. How do you know which is the best price and whether an invoice is being inflated? DoNotPay is here to help.

What is the Average Cost of Ceiling Repairs?

The first place to start is the typical cost of ceiling repairs. When you know how much repairs cost on average, you can get a better idea of which quotes are fair and which are inflated.

Typical Cost of Ceiling Repair

Average Cost of Ceiling Repair	$800
Average Range of Ceiling Repair	$400 - $1400
Cost of Ceiling Repair per Square Foot	$45 - $90

Cost of Ceiling Repair Materials

Traditional Drywall Panel- $45 - $55 per square foot
Lightweight Sheetrock- $50 - $60 per square foot
Plaster and Lath- $65 - $80 per square foot
Popcorn Ceiling- $75 to $90 per square foot

How to Avoid Excessive Ceiling Repair Fees

Why are some ceiling repair quotes so much higher than others? Some home repair teams assume that homeowners don't know how much repair costs and will add extra fees or expenses. Fortunately, DoNotPay can help you spot the typical signs of an inflated quote or invoice. You can learn to spot an overpriced quote by knowing the usual tricks.

Shop Fees

Shop fees are often a fee that doesn't come with an itemized invoice. It is generally in the category of labor, but if you are already paying for labor, then a shop fee may be pure price inflation.

Part Markup

The labor to repair a ceiling usually is the bulk of the costs. Sheetrock and paint are not expensive parts. However, often repair cost inflations involve increasing the invoiced cost of parts despite their low cost.

Unnecessary Repairs

You may be quoted for repairs beyond the ceiling repair you need. This can happen when a technician thinks they can add extra work to a job even when extra work isn't needed.

Breaking and Fixing

Worse than quoting fake additional repairs is when a technician might actually break apart to charge for its repair. Fortunately, this trick is more common in automobile repair cost inflation.

The best way to protect yourself and find an honest team is to get multiple quotes and compare them. DoNotPay can also help you analyze quotes you have already collected to spot signs of price inflation.

How to Find the Best Price for Ceiling Repair with the Help of DoNotPay

Ceiling repair costs depend on the extent of damage to your ceiling. However, most ceiling repairs fall within a typical range of costs. Drywall panels are not expensive, and you shouldn't have to overpay for ceiling repair just because a repair service assumes you won't know how to object. DoNotPay is here to help you find the right price and the right team to take care of your ceiling repair.

Simply tell us about the damage you need to be repaired. Explain the size, extent, and how it got damaged. We'll take your details and contact local home repair teams and collect quotes. We'll pick out the best quotes and report back to you so you can pick your favorite for a fair and efficient ceiling repair experience.

How to start saving on repairs with DoNotPay:

Search for Quote My Repair on DoNotPay.
Enter the details of the repair you need.
Let DoNotPay find competitive rates for that repair in your area and any relevant information to keep you from being overcharged.

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