Veteran-Owned · Locally Operated
Expert Wall & Ceiling Repair in FloridaTampa Bay's Drywall Repair Team
From a doorknob dent to a sagging, water-stained ceiling, The Patch Guyz rebuild damaged drywall so the repair disappears under paint. Snap a photo, text it to 727-242-8500, and get a written quote back, usually within the hour.

Or text a photo of the damage to 727-242-8500 — written estimate usually within the hour.
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Fill in your details and we'll respond within the hour — often in minutes.
Prefer not to use the form? Text a photo to 727-242-8500 or call 1-877-728-2448.
What you can count on before we pick up a knife
Hiring someone to cut into your walls is a trust decision. These are the standing commitments behind every Patch Guyz job, whether it is one nail pop or a replaced ceiling section:
The written number is the number
Your quote is the final price. Nothing gets tacked on after the mud dries.
Twelve months of written coverage
A 1-year written workmanship warranty comes with every repair. If our work fails, we return and make it right.
Dust stays where it belongs
HEPA dust control is standard equipment on every visit, not an upgrade you have to request.
People you can let in
Every technician who walks through your door has been background-checked and is insured.
You inspect before you pay
We walk the finished work with you, and payment happens only after that walkthrough.
Recognized by customers
Angi Super Service Award 2025, and a business-reported 4.8-star average across 62+ reviews on Google, Angi and Facebook.
Thirteen services for walls and ceilings
Most calls fall into one of three buckets: something broke the wall, another trade opened the wall, or the finish itself needs updating. We cover all three. Browse the complete list of drywall and ceiling services or jump to the one that matches your damage.

Wall & Ceiling Repairs
Wall and ceiling repair across West Central Florida: holes, cracks, leak stains, sagging drywall and texture matching. Text a photo for a written quote.
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Drywall Repair
Drywall repair in Hillsborough County and nearby: holes patched on proper backing, water-damaged board replaced, textures matched. Free photo estimates.
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Seams & Cracks
Drywall seam and crack repair in Hillsborough County: we find why the joint failed, re-tape it the right way and finish it flat so the line stays gone.
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Damaged Drywall Replacement
Damaged drywall replacement in Hillsborough County: we cut out soft, wet or crumbling sections back to framing and replace just that area. Free estimates.
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Textured Wall & Ceiling
Drywall texture matching across Tampa Bay: orange peel, knockdown, skip trowel and sand swirl reproduced so a patch vanishes. Text a photo for a quote.
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Drywall Painting Prep
Drywall painting prep in Hillsborough County: dings fixed, joints leveled, torn paper sealed, dust removed and primer chosen for the job, ready for paint.
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Patch Finishing & Blending
Drywall patch blending in Tampa and Hillsborough County: feathered joints, matched texture, Level 4 or 5 skim over the repair and paint that does not flash.
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Plaster Repairs
Plaster wall repair in Tampa and beyond: cracks, sagging ceilings, loose lath and failed patches rebuilt with bonding agents and setting plaster.
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Remove Popcorn Ceiling
Popcorn ceiling removal in Hillsborough County and nearby: asbestos testing first, sealed containment, wet scraping, then a smooth skim coat or new texture.
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Repairs After HVAC
Drywall repair after HVAC installation: old register holes, moved returns, duct cut-outs and condensation-stained ceilings patched, textured and primed.
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Repairs After Plumber
Drywall repair after a plumbing leak: access holes closed, wet board checked with a moisture meter, soaked sections replaced and walls or ceilings matched.
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Repairs After Electrician
Drywall repair after electrical work: oversized box cut-outs, wire-fishing holes, recessed light openings and panel upgrade gaps patched, textured and primed.
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Contractor Damage Repair
Contractor damage drywall repair: gouges, dents, torn paper, doorknob holes and remodel leftovers fixed for homeowners, GCs, property managers and realtors.
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- 1yrWritten warranty
Why a veteran-owned crew works differently
The company was built by people who learned in uniform that small details decide outcomes. On a drywall job, those details are things like pre-filling a gap before taping, letting each coat cure fully in humid weather, and checking the patch under a raking light before calling it finished.
We are based on Drew Street in Clearwater and work the same neighborhoods we live in. That matters when a warranty call comes in: you are calling a local team with a reputation to keep, not a national referral line. You can read more about the people and principles behind the business on our about page.

Repairs built for Florida conditions
Drywall here lives a harder life than it does up north. A few local realities shape how we work:
- Humidity slows drying. Joint compound can feel dry on the surface while it is still soft underneath, so we pace coats to the conditions instead of rushing to sand.
- Hurricane season means leaks. Wind-driven rain and roof failures leave stained, sagging ceiling panels. Wet gypsum has to come out and the cavity must be dry before new board goes up.
- Slab and block construction move. Settlement shows up as diagonal cracks at door and window corners. Re-taping with the right materials holds better than a quick skim coat.
- Air conditioning runs constantly. Cold supply registers and condensation lines can stain and soften ceilings around the openings.
Six counties across West Central Florida
From our Clearwater base we cover Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Polk, Manatee and Sarasota counties. That stretches from Tarpon Springs and Wesley Chapel in the north to Venice and North Port in the south, and inland to Lakeland and Winter Haven.
Check the map of counties and cities we cover to find your local page, or start with the Pinellas County drywall team closest to our office.
Getting a quote takes about two minutes
Stand back far enough to show the whole damaged area, then take a second close-up with a coin or tape measure in the frame for scale. Text both pictures to 727-242-8500 with your city. We usually send a written quote within the hour. Prefer to talk it through? Call 1-877-728-2448, or see what happens after you book.
Proudly Serving West Central Florida
- Hillsborough CountyApollo Beach · Brandon · FishHawk · Gibsonton · Lutz · Riverview · Ruskin · Seffner · Sun City Center · Tampa
- Pinellas CountyBelleair · Clearwater · Dunedin · Gulfport · Indian Shores · Kenneth City · Largo · North Redington Beach · Oldsmar · Pinellas Park
- Polk CountyAuburndale · Bartow · Davenport · Dundee · Frostproof · Haines City · Highland Park · Hillcrest Heights · Lake Hamilton · Lake Wales
- Manatee CountyAnna Maria · Bayshore Gardens · Bradenton · Bradenton Beach · Cortez · Duette · Ellenton · Heritage Harbour · Holmes Beach · Memphis
- Pasco CountyDade City · Elfers · Holiday · Hudson · Jasmine Estates · Land O' Lakes · Monroe · Odessa · Port Richey · Shady Hills
- Sarasota CountyLongboat Key · North Port · Osprey · Venice
What Florida Homeowners Say
Live reviews from Google, Angi and Facebook.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything Florida homeowners ask before booking a repair — answered honestly.
How much will my drywall repair cost?
It depends on the size of the damage, the texture you have and whether paint is involved, so we do not post a price list. Text photos to 727-242-8500 and you will get a written quote, usually within the hour. That written number is the final price.
Will I be able to see where the patch is?
The goal is a repair that disappears once painted. We feather compound well past the patch edge, match your wall or ceiling texture, and check the surface with angled light before priming. If something looks off during the final walkthrough, we fix it before you pay.
Do you fix the holes a plumber or electrician left behind?
Yes. Closing access cuts after plumbing, electrical and HVAC work is one of the most common jobs we do. We add backing if needed, fit new board, tape, texture, prime and touch up so the opening disappears.
Is popcorn ceiling removal safe in an older Florida home?
If the house was built before the mid-1980s, the ceiling texture may contain asbestos and should be tested before anyone scrapes it. Once it is cleared, we contain the room, use HEPA dust control and finish the ceiling smooth or with a new texture.
What areas do you serve?
We work throughout Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Polk, Manatee and Sarasota counties, including Tampa, Clearwater, St. Petersburg, Lakeland, Bradenton and Sarasota. If you are near the edge of that area, call 1-877-728-2448 and we will confirm.
Drywall & ceiling repair tips

What to Do After a Water Leak in Your Walls: A Clearwater Homeowner Guide
A leak inside a wall rarely announces itself. Here is how Clearwater homeowners can spot it, respond in the first 48 hours, and know when the drywall has to be replaced.

How to Remove a Popcorn Ceiling Like a Pro, Step by Step
Removing popcorn texture is simple in principle and messy in practice. Here is the full professional sequence, starting with the step people skip: testing for asbestos.

Top 5 Benefits of Ceiling Refinishing for Your Tampa Bay Home
A refinished ceiling changes how a whole room feels. Here are five practical benefits for Tampa Bay homes, with no exaggerated promises.
Ready for a flawless repair?
Text a photo, call for a free estimate, or send the form. We serve Tampa, Clearwater, Lakeland, Bradenton, Sarasota and all of West Central Florida.
Or text a damage photo to 727-242-8500 for a written quote, usually within the hour.
