Drywall is a commonly used material in residential construction. And while it’s generally durable, it can be damaged, leaving you with unsightly holes or cracks in your wall. Fortunately, drywall is ...

Small holes and cracks in drywall are common in almost every home at some point. They can be quite annoying to look at, but the good news is that fixing them is incredibly easy and quick. You’ll need ...

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Dear Pat: I just bought an older house, and it seems the previous owner used the walls for target practice. What is the best method to repair small and large holes in the drywall? – Judy K. Dear Judy: ...

Q-A door in my home was pushed open so hard that the doorknob punched a hole in the dry wall behind it. I want to patch this hole but am uncertain how to accomplish this without replacing a large ...

The damaged portion must be removed and a patch installed. The best way to cut out the damaged area is to use a keyhole saw. You want to end up with a straight, rectangular hole; so use a tri-square ...

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Unfortunately, the type of drywall damage you describe is quite common. Homeowners often need to repair a small section of drywall instead of a whole wall. According to experts, you can expect to pay ...