Hole in drywall — Valencia, Valencian Community
Holes in drywall — from doorknob impacts, accidental damage, or removed fixtures — are unsightly and weaken the wall surface. A handyman can patch small to medium holes with mesh tape and joint compound, or cut in a new section for larger damage, leaving a smooth surface ready for paint.
Waarom dit veel voorkomt in Valencia
Valencia's large stock of older apartments (pre-1980 blocks in Benimaclet, Marxalenes, Orriols) generates steady demand for tile repair, damp-proofing, fixture replacement, and minor structural patching. The city's active property renovation market — driven by buyers upgrading affordable apartments — sustains handyman demand year-round. Post-DANA repair work (damp, wall repair, floor replacement) in flood-affected zones remained active well into 2025.
Who to call
For this problem in Valencia, call a: Klusjesman
Vind een Klusjesman in ValenciaSymptoms to look for
- Visible hole or dent in the wall surface
- Crumbling or cracked drywall around the damaged area
- Previous patch that has come loose or looks uneven
- Exposed wall cavity or insulation behind the hole
Spoeddienst in Valencia
Emergency services in Valencia respond within 30–90 minutes in the city core (faster in l'Eixample and Ruzafa, slower in outlying districts). Callout rates run €50–€130 plus €35–€65/hour including IVA. Post-DANA (November 2024) contractor availability in the southern metro area (Horta Sud) remains constrained due to ongoing flood remediation work — expect longer waits and higher rates for any flood-zone adjacent property.