After the structural framing of your house is done, electricians and plumbers will come in to do their tasks, after which it will be time for the drywall installation. As this task requires skills, expertise and also licenses, it’s best to hire a drywall contractor.
When you look for drywall installers on HomeStars, you can request a custom quote for your project. To help you compare these quotes, we have put together reviews from 2,093 verified homeowners across Canada.
Drywall Contractor Project Costs across Canada
| Task | Average Cost\ ¹ | Lowest Reported\ ¹ | Highest Reported\ ¹ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrie | $3,528 | $350 | $25,000 |
| Calgary | $3,389 | $100 | $50,000 |
| Edmonton | $8,225 | $100 | $50,000 |
| Hamilton | $4,021 | $120 | $19,000 |
| Oshawa | $9,898 | $100 | $45,000 |
| Ottawa | $2,619 | $200 | $11,000 |
| Toronto | $5,802 | $100 | $50,000 |
| Vancouver | $3,455 | $200 | $25,000 |
\¹ Costs based on 2,093 verified homeowner reviews as of March 2022
Plastering Project Costs across Canada
| Task | Average Cost\ ¹ | Lowest Reported\ ¹ | Highest Reported\ ¹ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calgary | $3,117 | $150 | $40,000 |
| Edmonton | $5,949 | $1,300 | $13,000 |
| Oshawa | $5,467 | $100 | $15,000 |
| Ottawa | $2,647 | $120 | $10,000 |
| Toronto | $3,922 | $100 | $40,000 |
| Vancouver | $9,279 | $3,950 | $21,000 |
\¹ Costs based on 1,251 verified homeowner reviews as of March 2022
Drywall Installation or Repair
- If you are wondering, “What is drywall?”, it is a type of board made from either wood pulp or plaster or even other materials which are used to finish the walls and ceilings of a home. When you hire a drywall contractor, they will help you choose the perfect drywall compound for your drywall ceiling or walls.
- As drywall requires special equipment like a drywall lift, make sure to hire a licensed contractor. If you want to add artwork or other decorative pieces and shelves to your walls, you can ask the contractor to use drywall anchors which can make this task easier.
- If you are renovating or have damages to your drywall, a contractor can use a drywall repair kit including a drywall sander and compound to repair damages and smooth out the surface for an even look.
- You can find drywall installation and repair costs in various Canadian cities by referring to the table above.
Plastering
- When the drywall installation is complete, you can opt for plastering your walls to lend a smoother finish to the walls.
- Plaster can also be customized and made decorative to lend ornamental touches to your home. When you plaster your walls, it also makes the final paint look better on the walls.
- The average cost of plastering in major Canadian cities can be found in the chart above.
After you receive your custom quote from drywall contractors on HomeStars, make sure to check their Star Score and Verification Badge on their profile, to ensure you hire the right contractor for the job. You can also take a look at their recent customer reviews to see what others have to say about the pro which can help you hire with complete peace of mind.
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