Basic
$240 – $959 each
Damaged area opened up, patched and taped, two coats of compound, stain-blocked where marked, sanded paint-ready

Patch and finish a damaged section of drywall ceiling (crack, hole or small water-stained area) to a paint-ready surface, one visit.
Repair Drywall Ceiling in Omaha, Nebraska typically costs $282 to $1,128 each as of 2026. Prices reflect local labor and material rates. Use our calculator below for a detailed, ZIP-code-adjusted estimate.
Prices in Omaha are 6.0% lower than the national average for repair drywall ceiling.
National average: $300 – $1,200 each
$240 – $959 each
Damaged area opened up, patched and taped, two coats of compound, stain-blocked where marked, sanded paint-ready
$282 – $1,128 each
Patch screwed to backing, stain-blocking primer on water marks, three coats feathered, sanded paint-ready
$353 – $1,410 each
Patch on backing, three feathered coats, texture matched to the ceiling, primed and left ready for paint
| Component | Category | Price Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | material | $127 – $508 | each |
| Labor | labor | $99 – $395 | each |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $34 – $135 | each |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $23 – $90 | each |
Interior wall and ceiling with patched plaster and peeling paint areas
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