Drywall
Drywall Installation, Finishing & Repair in Calgary
Paint shows everything. The quality of your drywall (how it's hung, taped and finished) decides whether walls look crisp under natural light or show every seam.
TrustBuilt Canada installs and finishes drywall for homeowners, renovation projects and other contractors, from a single repaired wall to a fully boarded basement.
Scope of work
Drywall services
- 01
Board installation
Standard, moisture-resistant and fire-rated board installed where each is appropriate, including areas where code requires fire separation.
- 02
Taping & mudding
Joints, corners and fasteners taped and coated in stages, with corner bead installed straight and true.
- 03
Finishing & sanding
Surfaces finished and sanded to the agreed level of finish so they're ready for primer and paint.
- 04
Repairs & patching
Patching after electrical or plumbing work, water damage repair, and blending new work into existing walls and ceilings.
Ceilings are boarded before walls, so the wall sheets support the ceiling edges.
Projects we take on
Types of drywall projects
- Basement drywall and finishing
- Renovation and addition walls
- Ceiling repairs and replacements
- Garage fire-separation walls
- Patch and repair after trade work
- Subcontract drywall for general contractors
Details that affect the finish
Level of finish
Drywall is finished to defined levels. Areas with strong side light or glossy paint benefit from a higher level of finish. It's worth deciding before pricing.
Dry conditions
Calgary's dry air and winter heating affect how compound cures. Allowing proper drying time between coats helps prevent shrinkage and cracking.
The right board for the room
Bathrooms, laundry rooms and walls shared with an attached garage each have different board requirements.
A clear path from first call to final walkthrough
- 01
Initial Consultation
A conversation about your goals, the space, your timeline and a realistic budget range. If it's a fit, we arrange a site visit.
- 02
Project Assessment
We look at the space in person (existing conditions, structure, mechanical and anything that affects scope) and take the measurements we need.
- 03
Proposal & Planning
You receive a written proposal with scope, exclusions, schedule and pricing. Selections, permits and trade sequencing are settled before work starts.
- 04
Construction
Work proceeds to the agreed plan, with a protected, tidy site and regular updates. Any change to scope or cost is discussed and approved before it happens.
- 05
Final Walkthrough
We walk the finished project with you, address any items on the list, and hand over the information you need for the space.
Do you take on drywall-only projects?
Yes. Drywall can be quoted as a standalone scope for homeowners, or as part of a larger renovation.
Do you work as a drywall subcontractor?
We welcome enquiries from general contractors and property managers. Send the scope, drawings and schedule through the quote form and we'll respond.
Can you match an existing wall texture?
In most cases we can blend repairs into existing smooth walls. Textured ceilings and walls can be matched closely; we'll set expectations after seeing the surface.
What affects the cost of drywall work?
Square footage, ceiling height, the type of board, the level of finish and how much repair or patching is involved. Photos and rough measurements help us quote accurately.
Is drywall repair a handyman job or a drywall job?
Small patches — a hole from a doorknob or a repair after an electrical fix — can be booked as handyman work. Larger areas, new walls and full rooms are quoted as drywall projects.
Do I need a permit for drywall?
Repairing or replacing drywall is generally cosmetic. Drywall that's part of a basement development or a structural change falls under that project's permit.
Do you offer drywall services outside Calgary?
Calgary is our primary service area. We also consider drywall projects in surrounding communities, and larger projects further from the city case by case. See our service areas page for details.
How do I get a free drywall quote?
Use the Get a Free Quote form: choose the service, describe the project, where it is and your timing, and add photos of the space if you can. We'll follow up to talk through scope and next steps.
Related services
- Framing & Interior ConstructionAccurate framing that keeps every trade after it straight, square and on schedule.Learn more
- Basement RenovationsTurn an unfinished or dated basement into comfortable, usable living space.Learn more
- Interior Home RenovationsLayout changes, open-concept conversions and room-by-room remodels done properly.Learn more
- General ConstructionWhole-home updates, rental turnovers and multi-trade projects under one contractor.Learn more
Working outside Calgary? Check our service areas.
Start your project
Ready to plan your drywall project?
Share a few details and photos of the space. We'll follow up to talk through scope, timing and next steps.