Drywall Repair
Drywall Repair | Pipe Upgrades | Plumbing | McMinnville
When a plumbing mishap soaks your walls or an outdated line starts rattling behind the sheetrock, HEP is the team McMinnville trusts to set things right—inside and out. Our licensed plumbers locate and fix the leak, perform precision pipe upgrades, then turn right around to patch, texture, and paint your drywall so it looks as though nothing ever happened. One call solves two problems, saving you the hassle of juggling multiple contractors and the worry of mismatched finishes.
From century-old farmhouses to newly built cottages, we treat every home with the same respect. Expect clear quotes, tidy work areas, and a crew that cleans up after itself—plus the added peace of mind that comes with a workmanship warranty. Ready to erase that water stain, quiet those noisy pipes, and restore your walls in one seamless visit? Reach out today and discover why neighbors across Warren County recommend HEP for drywall-repair plumbing and modern, worry-free pipe upgrades.
FAQs
Why does upgrading old plumbing pipes often require drywall repair?
Most of the water supply and drain lines in McMinnville homes run behind finished walls and ceilings. To remove corroded galvanized, poly-butylene, or undersized copper and replace them with modern PEX or Type L copper, our licensed plumbers must open access panels in the drywall. After the new pipes are pressure-tested and inspected, those openings are closed, re-taped, mudded, textured, and painted so the wall looks seamless again.
What pipe materials do you upgrade to, and how does that affect the drywall work?
We primarily install PEX-A tubing or Type L copper. PEX is flexible, allowing us to snake long runs through framing with fewer holes, which means smaller drywall patches. Copper usually requires straighter runs and more anchoring, so we may need to open wider sections of wall to set rigid pipe and supports. Either way, we patch all cuts to their original finish and meet Oregon Residential Specialty Code standards.
How long does a typical pipe upgrade and drywall repair project take in a McMinnville home?
A whole-house repipe on a 2-bath, 1,800 sq ft home generally lasts 2–4 days for plumbing and an additional 1–2 days for drywall repair, texturing, and paint once the plumbing passes inspection. Smaller partial upgrades (e.g., replacing supply lines to a single bathroom) are often completed with drywall restoration in the same day. Complex layouts, custom textures, or permitting delays can extend the timeline slightly.
Will my home be without water while the pipes and drywall are being worked on?
We schedule water shut-offs in short windows—usually 4–6 hours—while we make the final tie-ins. Whenever possible, we leave at least one bathroom operational overnight. Drywall repair can proceed with the water back on, so total water-outage time is minimal. We’ll give you a written schedule 24 hours in advance so you can plan accordingly.
How do you match the existing wall texture and paint after repairing the drywall?
Our drywall technicians keep a catalog of common Northwest textures—orange-peel, knock-down, smooth wall, and hand-trowel finishes. We test-spray or hand-float a sample piece first, then replicate the texture on your patched area. After sanding and priming, we use color-matching software to tint paint to your existing shade, blending slightly beyond the repair zone so the patch is invisible under normal lighting.
What can I do to prepare my home before the plumbing upgrade and drywall repair crew arrives?
Clear furniture at least three feet from affected walls, remove fragile décor, and empty under-sink and vanity cabinets. Cover valuables with plastic; we lay down drop cloths but extra protection helps. Identify pets and children’s areas so we can set safe boundaries. Finally, locate and label your main water shut-off just in case an emergency shut-down is needed during the work.