We determine whether damage is settlement, moisture, or impact before starting repairs.
Knockdown, skip trowel, orange peel, smooth.
Every repair gets properly primed and painted to match.
Any handyman can fill a hole with compound. The reason most drywall repairs look like drywall repairs is because texture matching takes years of practice and most crews skip it or rush it.
Our technicians have been replicating desert Southwest textures since 2008. They know the exact hand pressure, spray distance, and compound consistency each texture requires. And they test a small sample area before committing to the full repair. Because getting it right matters more than getting it fast.
That's also why we prime after every repair. Patched drywall absorbs primer differently than the surrounding wall. Skip the prime step and you'll see the patch every time the light changes. We prime before the finish-coat so the repair matches existing texture as close as possible.
Straight answers to the questions homeowners ask most about drywall repair.
Yes. Texture matching is one of our specialties. Common Southwest textures like knockdown and skip trowel are things we replicate every week. We test a small sample area first to get the exact pattern, density, and depth right before we apply it to the repair area.
Hairline cracks at corners and joints are usually cosmetic. Caused by settling or temperature changes. Diagonal cracks running from door/window corners, stair-step cracks in corners, or cracks wider than 1/4 inch may indicate structural movement. We'll tell you honestly what we're seeing during the free assessment.
Yes. We work with homeowners navigating insurance repairs regularly. We document the damage with photos and a written scope, and we're familiar with the documentation insurers typically request. We'll give you everything your adjuster needs.
Small patches (nail pops, hairline cracks) can be done same-day. Medium repairs (single wall section, ceiling damage) typically take 1-2 days including texture dry time. Full room or multi-room repairs take 3-5 days.
Patched drywall absorbs primer and paint differently than the surrounding wall. You'll always see the patch if you just paint over it without proper sealing. We prime the repair, let it cure, and apply matching finish paint so the repair blends into the surrounding wall. That's the difference between a patch and a professional repair.
AllPro Painters can move any furniture that the homeowner cannot. We ask that the homeowner remove pictures and artwork and move and store away any sentimental, fragile, and valuable items prior to our arrival. Once we're in, we cover everything with drop cloths and contain drywall dust with plastic sheeting.