You get walls that don’t crack in six months. Seams you can’t see. Texture that matches what’s already there.
Most importantly, you get it done without the stress of coordinating painters, plasterers, and handymen who may or may not show up. Our crew handles the tear-out, the installation, the finishing, and the cleanup.
If you’re dealing with water damage from a roof leak or burst pipe, fast response matters. The longer damaged drywall sits, the more likely mold becomes a problem. We move quickly when it counts, and we know what moisture-resistant materials actually work in older Philadelphia homes where humidity and foundation movement are part of the deal.
You’re not paying for the cheapest option. You’re paying for drywall installers in Nicetown, PA who’ve worked in hundreds of row homes and know how to handle narrow staircases, tight hallways, and walls that haven’t been square since 1940.
Sharpe Drywall has been handling drywall installation in Nicetown, PA and across the Philadelphia metro since 1987. We’re a family-owned business, which means we answer the phone, show up on time, and don’t disappear halfway through your project.
We’re EPA Lead Safe certified, fully insured, and we know the Philadelphia building codes that apply to your home. If you live in a row home built before 1950—and most of Nicetown is—we’ve seen your walls before.
We also speak Spanish, and we work with homeowners, landlords, and contractors who need reliable drywall work without the drama. You’ll get a free estimate that’s clear about cost, timeline, and what’s included.
First, we come out and look at what you’re dealing with. If it’s a repair, we check for underlying issues like moisture, mold, or structural movement. If it’s new construction or a renovation, we measure and plan material delivery around Nicetown’s narrow streets and limited parking.
Next, we remove damaged drywall if needed, prep the framing, and install new sheets. We use moisture-resistant or mold-resistant drywall in bathrooms, basements, and anywhere water’s been a problem. For row homes, we make sure fire-rated drywall goes where the code requires it—especially on shared walls.
Then comes taping, mudding, and sanding. This is where most DIY jobs and cheap contractors fall apart. We use the right joint compound, apply multiple coats, and sand it smooth so you’re not looking at bumps and ridges after the paint goes on.
If your existing walls have texture—knockdown, orange peel, skip trowel—we match it. If you’re painting afterward, we can handle that too, so you’re not waiting on another contractor to finish the job.
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The cost to install drywall in Nicetown, PA typically runs between $1.50 and $3 per square foot, including materials and labor. That’s the Philadelphia average, and it covers standard ½-inch drywall, taping, mudding, and basic finishing.
If you need moisture-resistant drywall for a bathroom or basement, or fire-rated drywall for a shared wall, the material cost goes up slightly. Same goes for higher ceilings, complex textures, or jobs that require lead-safe work practices in older homes.
Water damage repairs are priced differently because the scope varies. A small ceiling patch might cost a few hundred dollars. A full room with mold remediation and insulation replacement can run several thousand. We give you a clear estimate upfront so there’s no confusion.
What you’re paying for is more than just hanging drywall. You’re paying for proper prep, clean seams, matched texture, and a finished surface that’s ready for paint. You’re also paying for a crew that knows how to move materials through tight Nicetown row home staircases without damaging your floors or doorways.
We bring our own lifts, stilts, and tools. We handle cleanup. And we pull permits when required, because the last thing you need is a code violation when you’re trying to sell or refinance.
A single room usually takes one to two days, depending on the size and whether we’re doing a full install or a repair. That includes hanging the drywall, taping, applying joint compound, sanding, and getting it ready for paint.
Larger projects—like finishing a basement or repairing water damage across multiple rooms—can take three to five days. If there’s mold remediation or structural work involved, add time for that.
The biggest delay in Nicetown homes is usually access. Narrow staircases and tight hallways mean we have to move materials carefully, and sometimes in smaller sections. We plan for that, so it doesn’t surprise you halfway through the job.
Yes. Texture matching is one of the most common requests we get, and it’s something we do on almost every repair job in Nicetown.
Whether your walls have knockdown, orange peel, skip trowel, or a smooth finish, we use the right tools and techniques to blend the repair into the existing surface. It’s not about slapping mud on the wall and hoping it looks close—it’s about matching the pattern, depth, and finish so you can’t tell where the old wall ends and the new one starts.
If your home was built in the 1920s through 1950s, like most of Nicetown, there’s a good chance your walls have some kind of texture. We’ve worked with all of them, and we know how to replicate what’s there without redoing the entire room.
It depends on the scope of the work. Small repairs usually don’t require a permit. If you’re finishing a basement, adding walls, or doing work that involves electrical or plumbing, you’ll need one.
Philadelphia’s Department of Licenses and Inspections is strict about permits, especially in older neighborhoods like Nicetown where building codes are actively enforced. If you’re planning to sell or refinance, unpermitted work can become a problem during the inspection.
We handle permit applications when needed, and we make sure the work meets code requirements for fire-rated drywall, insulation, and moisture barriers. It’s not the most exciting part of the job, but it protects you down the road.
Call us as soon as you notice it. Water damage doesn’t get better on its own, and waiting even a few days increases the risk of mold growth and structural issues.
First, figure out where the water’s coming from—roof leak, burst pipe, bathroom overflow—and stop it. Then remove or dry out anything that’s soaked. If the drywall is soft, stained, or sagging, it needs to be replaced.
We handle water damage repairs regularly in Nicetown, especially in older row homes where roof leaks and plumbing issues are common. We’ll remove the damaged drywall, check the framing and insulation, treat any mold, and install moisture-resistant drywall to prevent future problems. The faster you move, the less expensive the repair.
Older homes come with complications that newer construction doesn’t have. Walls aren’t always plumb. Ceilings aren’t always level. Framing might be irregular, and you’re more likely to run into lead paint, asbestos, or outdated wiring.
In Nicetown, where most homes were built between 1920 and 1950, we also deal with foundation settling, plaster and lath removal, and tight spaces that make material delivery and installation more difficult. All of that takes more time and requires more skill than hanging drywall in a new build.
If your home was built before 1978, lead-safe work practices are required by law, which adds to the cost but protects you and your family. We’re EPA certified, so we handle it correctly. It’s not about charging more for the sake of it—it’s about doing the job right in a home that wasn’t built with modern materials or standards.
Yes. One of the biggest frustrations homeowners have is coordinating multiple contractors—waiting for the drywall guy to finish so the painter can start, then finding out the painter isn’t available for two weeks.
We handle both, which means you’re working with one company, one timeline, and one point of contact. Once the drywall is installed, taped, mudded, and sanded, we prime and paint it. You pick the color, we take care of the rest.
This is especially helpful in Nicetown row homes where space is tight and you don’t want crews coming and going for weeks. We get in, get it done, and get out without dragging the project into next month.
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