Helping Greater Toronto Area homeowners find skilled drywall professionals, understand Ontario Building Code requirements, and make informed decisions about drywall projects in their homes. Part of the Toronto Construction Network.
Drywall is one of those trades that looks simple until you try it yourself. Hanging a sheet of gypsum board is straightforward enough, but producing walls and ceilings that look flawless under paint -- with invisible joints, perfectly set corner bead, and surfaces smooth enough for a Level 5 finish -- requires years of experience and a trained eye. A poorly taped joint telegraphs through every coat of paint, especially in the raking light that floods GTA homes with large south-facing windows. A butt joint that was not properly feathered creates a visible ridge that no amount of primer can disguise. Fire-rated assemblies in garages and furnace rooms must meet Ontario Building Code specifications for board thickness, fastener spacing, and joint treatment -- deviations compromise the fire separation that protects your family.
The Greater Toronto Area's housing stock presents a wide range of drywall challenges. A century home in The Annex or Cabbagetown may have plaster-and-lath walls that need to be removed down to the studs before new drywall can be hung -- and the framing behind century-old plaster is rarely straight, requiring furring or shimming to produce flat walls. A 1970s split-level in Scarborough or Etobicoke may have original drywall with settling cracks at stress points above every door and window, requiring proper repair with flexible reinforcement rather than just mudding over the crack again. A downtown Toronto condo adds noise transmission concerns between units, building management rules around dust control and elevator booking for material delivery, and the reality that every imperfection shows in the flat, consistent lighting of a modern unit. A basement finishing project in Mississauga or Brampton means moisture-resistant board on exterior walls, fire-rated board on the ceiling below living spaces, and careful coordination with insulation and vapour barrier installation.
Toronto Drywall Installers exists to connect GTA homeowners with the right drywall professional for their specific project. Tell us about your scope of work -- the type of drywall service, the age and type of your home, your location in the GTA, and your timeline -- and we match you with drywall installers whose experience aligns with exactly what you need. We always recommend confirming WSIB coverage, verifying liability insurance, getting a written scope of work that specifies the finish level, and understanding what is and is not included in the quote before any work begins. Our Drywall IQ knowledge base provides free expert answers to drywall questions specific to Toronto and the GTA, and we are part of the Toronto Construction Network, connecting GTA residents with qualified contractors across every construction trade.
Tell us what you need: drywall installation, taping and finishing, repair and patching, ceiling work, soundproofing, or specialty textures. Include your home type, project scope, and timeline.
We connect you with experienced drywall professionals who specialize in your type of project and serve your area of the GTA. We prioritize contractors familiar with Ontario Building Code requirements and the specific challenges of your home's construction type.
Compare quotes, verify WSIB coverage and insurance, and choose the drywall professional who best fits your project. Get your drywall work done to the finish level you need, on schedule, and to code.
Drywall finishing is where skill shows most. We connect you with professionals who deliver Level 4 and Level 5 finishes -- smooth, paint-ready surfaces with invisible joints that hold up under any lighting condition.
Ontario Building Code requires fire-rated drywall assemblies in garages, furnace rooms, and between units. Our matched contractors understand Type X board requirements, proper fastener spacing, and fire-stop detailing.
From QuietRock assemblies and resilient channel systems for condo noise reduction to moisture-resistant green board and purple board for bathrooms and basements -- the right materials for every application.
Our free knowledge base answers drywall questions specific to the GTA -- from finish levels and board types to Ontario Building Code requirements, cost estimates, and what to expect during a drywall project.
From new construction hanging to specialty textures, find the right drywall professional for every aspect of your project:
Professional board hanging for new construction, additions, and renovations across the GTA. Standard 1/2-inch residential board, 5/8-inch fire-rated panels for garages and furnace rooms, moisture-resistant board for bathrooms and kitchens. Includes measuring, cutting, fastening to wood or steel studs, and coordination with electrical and plumbing rough-ins.
Expect $2.50-$5.50 per square foot installed depending on board type, ceiling height, and project complexity.
Expert repair of holes, cracks, water damage, nail pops, and settling damage in existing drywall. Proper repair means cutting back to sound material, installing backing for larger openings, and building up compound layers for an invisible finish. Water-damaged sections require full remediation before patching.
Costs $150-$500 per repair depending on damage size and complexity.
Professional taping, mudding, and sanding from Level 1 fire tape through Level 5 skim coat. Multiple coats of joint compound feathered progressively wider, sanded smooth, and inspected under raking light. Dustless sanding systems available for occupied homes and condo units with building management requirements.
Costs $1.50-$3.50 per square foot depending on finish level and dust control requirements.
Overhead drywall installation using mechanical lifts for safe, precise positioning. Popcorn ceiling removal with asbestos testing coordination for pre-1990 homes. Smooth ceiling skim coating, bulkhead and soffit construction for mechanical concealment, and coffered ceiling framing and finishing.
Costs $3.50-$7.00 per square foot depending on ceiling type and complexity.
Full range of drywall materials including standard, moisture-resistant, fire-rated, and soundproof board types. Joint compound, tape, corner bead, and professional tools. Contractor supplier relationships often yield better pricing than retail, especially on full-project material packages.
Material costs vary by board type, quantity, and seasonal demand across the GTA market.
Sound-dampening drywall systems for condos, home theatres, and shared walls. QuietRock panels, resilient channel assemblies, double-layer drywall with Green Glue, and acoustic sealant detailing. Achieves STC ratings that single-layer standard assemblies cannot match -- critical for GTA condo living.
Costs $3,000-$12,000 depending on area size, assembly type, and target STC rating.
Custom wall and ceiling textures including knockdown, orange peel, skip trowel, Venetian plaster, and smooth skim coats. Texture matching for repairs to blend seamlessly with existing finishes. Designer textures for accent walls and feature ceilings in GTA homes and condos.
Costs $500-$4,000 depending on texture type, area size, and complexity.
Toronto Drywall Installers is one of several specialized contractor matching services serving the Greater Toronto Area. Our network includes:
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