DRYWALL & PAINTING

PHILADELPHIA PA

Drywall installation & repair · interior & exterior painting

Titan and Son Construction LLC delivers professional drywall and painting throughout Philadelphia from hanging and finishing new drywall to repairing cracked plaster, removing dated popcorn ceilings, and painting interiors and exteriors. Our licensed, insured crews deliver the dead-flat walls and crisp, durable paint finishes that make a Philadelphia home feel brand new

60%

OF PHILLY HOMES PREDATE 1960. PLASTER & DRYWALL EXPERTISE MATTERS

WHAT'S INCLUDED

WHAT OUR DRYWALL & PAINTING SERVICE INCLUDES

From bare studs to the final coat. One crew handling hanging, finishing, repair, and paint so your walls and ceilings come out seamless. Here’s what we cover.

Drywall Installation & Hanging

New drywall for additions, remodels, and basement finishing. Hung, taped, and finished to a smooth Level 4 or Level 5 finish ready for paint. We handle standard, moisture-resistant, and fire-rated board for walls that won’t crack as a Philadelphia home settles through the seasons.

Drywall Repair & Patching

Holes, dents, cracks, water stains, and settling damage repaired and blended invisibly into the surrounding wall. From a doorknob hole to a full sheet replacement, we feather the joint compound and texture-match so the patch disappears under fresh paint.

Skim Coating & Plaster Restoration

Pre-1950 Philadelphia row homes often have original lath-and-plaster walls that crack and bulge over time. We re-secure loose plaster, fill and skim coat uneven walls to a dead-flat finish, and restore surfaces without losing the home’s character.

Popcorn Ceiling Removal

Dated popcorn ceilings instantly age a home. We scrape and remove the texture, skim coat the ceiling smooth, and repaint. Because texture applied before 1980 may contain asbestos, we test first and follow safe handling procedures when needed.

Interior Painting

Walls, ceilings, and trim painted with premium low-VOC and zero-VOC paints for healthier indoor air. We prep thoroughly patching, sanding, caulking, and priming then cut clean lines and roll even coats for a durable finish.

Exterior Painting

Brick, stucco, wood, and fiber cement exteriors painted with weather-resistant coatings built for Philadelphia’s freeze-thaw winters and humid summers. We pressure wash, scrape, prime, seal, and paint for a finish that lasts.

Trim, Doors & Cabinet Painting

Crisp, durable finishes on baseboards, crown molding, window casings, doors, and kitchen cabinets. We sand, degloss, prime, and apply hard-wearing enamel for a factory-smooth result that stands up to daily use.

Water-Damage & Mold-Area Drywall

Philadelphia’s wet springs and humid summers cause leaks, staining, and mold behind walls. We remove damaged drywall, address the moisture source, treat affected areas, and rebuild with moisture-resistant materials.

LOCAL KNOWLEDGE

DRYWALL & PAINTING IN PHILADELPHIA. WHAT EVERY HOMEOWNER SHOULD KNOW

Philadelphia’s older housing stock and four-season climate create specific drywall and paint challenges and the right materials and methods make all the difference in how long the work lasts.

OLD WALLS

PLASTER VS. DRYWALL IN PHILADELPHIA'S OLDER HOMES

Roughly 60% of Philadelphia homes were built before 1960, and many still have original lath-and-plaster walls. These behave very differently from modern drywall:

Settling cracks: as brick row homes shift, plaster cracks reappear we stitch and skim rather than just filling.
Loose & bulging plaster: we re-anchor plaster to the lath before refinishing.
Uneven surfaces: a full skim coat brings century-old walls to a dead-flat, paint-ready finish.
Lead paint: homes built before 1978 may have lead-based paint we follow safe prep practices.
Plaster-to-drywall transitions: we blend new drywall seamlessly into existing plaster.

CLIMATE

HUMIDITY, MOISTURE & PAINT DURABILITY IN PHILADELPHIA

Philadelphia’s humid summers and wet springs directly affect drywall and paint performance:

Bathrooms & basements: we use moisture- and mold-resistant products in every wet area.
Interior air quality: low- and zero-VOC paints reduce fumes in closed-up homes.
Exterior surfaces: elastomeric coatings flex through freeze-thaw cycles without cracking.
Stain blocking: water stains are sealed with stain-blocking primer so they stay hidden.

DRYWALL & PAINTING COST GUIDE

PHILADELPHIA MARKET RATES

PROJECT SCOPE

EST. COST (PHILADELPHIA)

TIMELINE

Drywall repair & patching (per area)

$250 – $600

1 day

Drywall installation (hang, tape, finish)

$2.00 – $3.50 / sq ft

2–4 days

Skim coat a room to smooth finish

$1.50 – $2.50 / sq ft

1–3 days

Popcorn ceiling removal + refinish (per room)

$800 – $1,800

1–2 days

Interior painting (per room, walls + trim)

$400 – $900

1–2 days

Full row-home interior repaint

$4,000 – $10,000

4–7 days

All estimates are free, detailed, and provided in writing before any work begins. Contact Titan and Sun Construction LLC for an accurate quote for your specific Philadelphia project.

HOW IT WORKS

OUR DRYWALL & PAINTING PROCESS PHILADELPHIA PA

A clean, predictable process that protects your home and delivers a flawless finish, with thorough prep that’s the difference between a paint job that lasts and one that peels.

Step 1

Free Estimate & Surface Assessment

We inspect your walls and ceilings, identify cracks, water damage, plaster issues, or lead/asbestos concerns, and provide a detailed written estimate recommending the right materials for your home’s age and each room’s conditions.

Step 2

Protection & Prep

We mask and cover floors, furniture, and fixtures, then prep every surface. Patching, sanding, caulking, deglossing, and priming. Thorough prep is where lasting results are won, and it’s the step cheaper crews skip.

Step 3

Drywall, Skim Coat & Paint

We hang and finish drywall, skim coat to a smooth surface, then apply even, professional coats of paint cutting crisp lines at ceilings, trim, and corners for a clean, uniform finish throughout.

Step 4

Inspection & Cleanup

We walk every wall and ceiling with you under good light, touch up as needed, remove all materials and masking, and leave your space clean and ready to enjoy backed by our workmanship guarantee.

BEFORE & AFTER

PHILADELPHIA DRYWALL & PAINTING PROJECTS

Every project in our gallery was completed in Philadelphia, PA or surrounding areas by the Titan and Sun Construction LLC team. See the quality of our smooth walls and clean paint lines.

BEFORE / AFTER

GOT QUESTIONS?

Drywall and painting in Philadelphia PA the questions homeowners ask most before hiring a drywall and paint contractor, answered.

FAQS

FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS

HOW MUCH DOES DRYWALL INSTALLATION COST IN PHILADELPHIA PA?

Drywall installation typically costs $2.00–$3.50 per square foot including hanging, taping, and finishing. A single-room drywall job runs $1,200–$2,800, while drywall for a full row home floor ranges from $4,000–$9,000. Repairs start around $250–$600 for patching, and skim coating an entire room runs $1.50–$2.50 per square foot. We provide free, itemized written estimates for every project.

DO YOU REMOVE POPCORN CEILINGS IN PHILADELPHIA?

Interior painting typically costs $3–$6 per square foot of floor area, or roughly $400–$900 per average room including walls, ceilings, and trim. A full row home interior repaint ranges from $4,000–$10,000 depending on size, ceiling height, and how much prep work is required. Drywall or plaster repair, if needed, is quoted separately and itemized clearly.

CAN YOU REPAIR PLASTER WALLS IN OLD PHILADELPHIA?

Yes. Many pre-1950 Philadelphia row homes have original lath-and-plaster walls that crack as the house settles. We repair cracks, re-secure loose plaster, and skim coat damaged areas — or replace failing plaster with drywall when restoration isn’t practical. We match the existing wall surface so repairs disappear under fresh paint, with no visible patch

HOW LONG DOES INTERIOR PAINTING TAKE IN A PHILADELPHIA HOME?

A single room is typically painted in 1–2 days including prep. An average Philadelphia row home interior takes 4–7 days depending on size, the amount of trim and detail, and any drywall repair needed beforehand. We protect floors and furniture, clean up at the end of each day, and work in a sequence that lets you keep using as much of your home as possible.

DO YOU USE LOW-VOC AND MOLD-RESISTANT MATERIALS?

Yes. We offer low-VOC and zero-VOC paints for healthier indoor air, and we use mold- and moisture-resistant drywall and paint in Philadelphia bathrooms, basements, and other high-humidity areas important for long-term durability and cleaner indoor air.

START TODAY

READY FOR SMOOTH WALLS AND A FRESH COAT IN PHILADELPHIA?

Whether you need a single wall patched, a popcorn ceiling gone, or your whole home repainted, Titan and Son Construction LLC delivers clean, durable drywall and painting throughout Philadelphia, PA licensed, insured, and detail-obsessed. Free, no-obligation estimates with a 24-hour response.

DRYWALL & PAINTING

Drywall installation & repair · interior & exterior painting