Drywall Repair
Drywall crack repair cost in Murfreesboro & Rutherford County
Estimated range
$8.48 – $19
per linear ft
Priced by per linear ft. Multiply by your measured area or length; most jobs carry a minimum service charge.
What this job covers
Route out, tape and refinish settlement or seam cracks so they do not telegraph back through the finish.
Why homeowners book it
- House settling
- Seasonal movement
- Bad seam tape
- Foundation movement
Materials
Mesh or paper tape and compound included.
What can add cost
- • Structural evaluation if cracks are widening
- • Paint
License, permit & inspection notes
Recurring cracks over 1/4" can signal structural or foundation movement that a licensed engineer should evaluate.
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How these prices are calculated
Prices are estimated ranges for planning only. They are based on mid-to-high national cost data adjusted for your Tennessee market. Final pricing depends on access, existing conditions, materials chosen, and the scope confirmed on site.
In Tennessee, a contractor's license is required for most projects of $25,000 or more, and a Home Improvement license may be required for projects between $3,000 and $24,999 in counties that have adopted it. Electrical, plumbing, gas, HVAC, and structural work must be performed by the appropriate licensed trade, and many jobs require a permit and inspection from your local codes office.
Cost baseline: HomeGuide - Drywall Repair Cost · reviewed 2026-08-16