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Drywall in Federal Heights
Drywall Patch - Medium (12-24 in), $285
See all 7 jobsLicensed drywall services for Federal Heights and Adams County. Flawless finishes, zero punch lists.
What Federal Heights requires
Code reference: Federal Heights, CO (Municipal Code Chapter 10, Article II, as amended by Ordinance No. 21-01, adopting the 2018 International Codes with local amendments) requires building permits for most residential remodel/alteration work, with limited exemptions. Ord. No. 21-01
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Ceiling Drywall Patch with Texture Match
Repair one ceiling drywall opening up to 24x24 in (typical leak cut-out): backing, hang, tape, mud, and spray/hand texture match (knockdown, orange peel, or stomp).
Pay when you book · morning (8–12) or afternoon (12–4)
What's included
Repair one ceiling drywall opening up to 24x24 in (typical leak cut-out): backing, hang, tape, mud, and spray/hand texture match (knockdown, orange peel, or stomp). TWO-VISIT job for mud dry time; duration is total on-site minutes across both visits. Ceiling height up to 10 ft. Excludes leak-source repair, painting, popcorn ceilings containing asbestos (test required for pre-1990 homes), and structural framing.
Drywall Patch - Large (24-48 in)
Repair one drywall opening 24-48 in across (e.g., plumbing access cut, door-knob-to-stud damage): frame backing, hang new board, tape, mud, and texture match.
Pay when you book · morning (8–12) or afternoon (12–4)
What's included
Repair one drywall opening 24-48 in across (e.g., plumbing access cut, door-knob-to-stud damage): frame backing, hang new board, tape, mud, and texture match. TWO-VISIT job (hang/coat day 1, sand/texture day 2); duration is total on-site minutes across both visits. Excludes painting, insulation replacement beyond patch area, ceiling patches (see ceiling patch SKU), and moisture/mold remediation.
Drywall Patch - Medium (12-24 in)
Repair one drywall hole 12-24 in across: cut back to sound board, install backing, hang patch, tape, and apply mud coats with knockdown or orange-peel texture match.
Pay when you book · morning (8–12) or afternoon (12–4)
What's included
Repair one drywall hole 12-24 in across: cut back to sound board, install backing, hang patch, tape, and apply mud coats with knockdown or orange-peel texture match. TWO-VISIT job (hang/coat day 1, sand/texture day 2 after dry time); duration shown is total on-site time across both visits. Includes one patch per booking. Excludes painting/primer, plumbing or electrical repair behind the wall, and smooth-finish Level 5 walls.
Drywall Patch (Small, Up to 2 Patches)
Repair up to two holes (each under 12 inches) including patch, tape, mud, sand, and texture match, ready for paint.
Pay when you book · morning (8–12) or afternoon (12–4)
What's included
Repair up to two holes (each under 12 inches) including patch, tape, mud, sand, and texture match, ready for paint. Requires a return trip for final coats; painting is available as an add-on.
Popcorn Ceiling Removal - One Room
Scrape popcorn texture from one room ceiling up to 15x15 ft (225 sq ft cap), full floor/wall masking, skim minor gouges, and apply knockdown or smooth-sand finish.
Pay when you book · morning (8–12) or afternoon (12–4)
What's included
Scrape popcorn texture from one room ceiling up to 15x15 ft (225 sq ft cap), full floor/wall masking, skim minor gouges, and apply knockdown or smooth-sand finish. TWO-VISIT job (scrape/skim day 1, sand/texture day 2 after dry time); duration is total on-site minutes across both visits. REQUIRES negative asbestos test for homes built before 1990 (customer-provided lab result). Excludes painted-over popcorn (quote separately), asbestos abatement, ceiling paint, and rooms over the size cap.
Skim-Coat One Wall
Skim-coat one wall up to 12 ft wide x 9 ft tall to a smooth Level 4 finish: light scuff/prep, two skim passes, sand, and spot-prime repaired areas.
Pay when you book · morning (8–12) or afternoon (12–4)
What's included
Skim-coat one wall up to 12 ft wide x 9 ft tall to a smooth Level 4 finish: light scuff/prep, two skim passes, sand, and spot-prime repaired areas. TWO-VISIT job (coats day 1, sand/final day 2 after dry time); duration is total on-site minutes across both visits. Excludes wallpaper removal, full-wall priming and finish paint, texture application, and walls with active moisture damage.
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Drywall Repair Visit
$99 visit fee — credited toward the work
We assess holes, cracks, water damage, or texture mismatch and quote the patch-and-finish work on site.
Pay when you book · morning (8–12) or afternoon (12–4)
What's included
We assess holes, cracks, water damage, or texture mismatch and quote the patch-and-finish work on site. The $99 trip fee is applied to the job if you proceed.
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Local Service
Drywall Services in Federal Heights, Colorado
Autotelic provides professional drywall services throughout Federal Heights and the surrounding Adams County area. Complete drywall services including hang, tape, mud, and finish with Level 4 and Level 5 options. Whether you're in Federal Heights (north central Denver metro) or nearby communities, our team delivers quality workmanship backed by Colorado licensing and full insurance coverage.
The build sequence for a Drywall project
Every project starts with a feasibility study; this trade is priced from the same assemblies.
Permit Thresholds
Federal Heights permit thresholds
- Code reference
- Federal Heights, CO (Municipal Code Chapter 10, Article II, as amended by Ordinance No. 21-01, adopting the 2018 International Codes with local amendments) requires building permits for most residential remodel/alteration work, with limited exemptions.Ord. No. 21-01
- Code reference
- The city adopts the 2018 IBC, IRC (for residential), IEBC, and related codes (with amendments in Sec. 10-16 and 10-18).§10-16
- Exempt work list (amended Sec. 105.2 of the codes)
- Standard IRC/IBC exemptions are significantly restricted.§105.2
- Code reference
- The exemption for fences less than 7 feet high.
- Code reference
- The city uses the 2018 codes’ general framework for when work requires permitting.
- Code reference
- Fees (per city Building Permit Fees page and Municipal Code Sec. 10-17):§10-17
- Building permit fee
- Based on total project valuation (labor + materials); tiered schedule applies (examples): $1–$500 = $23.50; $501–$2,000 = $23.50 + $3.05 per additional $100 (or fraction) up to $2,000; higher tiers up to $1M+ with decreasing per-$1,000 rates.
- Plan review fee
- 65% of the building permit fee (waived for certain simple projects like water heaters/furnaces/roofing without plan review; collected upfront for valuations > $25,000).
Codes are amended regularly — verify current requirements with **The City of Federal Heights Building Department issues residential building permits.
Energy Code
Federal Heights energy code quick facts
- Code reference
- 2018 IECC (no local amendments noted; kept as the 2018 edition when the city adopted the 2021 ICC codes effective April 15, 2023).
- Code reference
- Federal Heights explicitly retained the 2018 International Energy Conservation Code for energy requirements rather than updating it alongside other 2021 ICC codes (per city website and related ordinances such as those referenced in the 2023 adoption process, e.g., Ordinance No. 23-02 context).Ord. No. 23-02
- Code reference
- Federal Heights is in Climate Zone 5B.
- Code reference
- Key prescriptive requirements (from 2018 IECC, applicable to remodels/additions/alterations where triggered; no local amendments identified):
- Ceiling/attic insulation
- R-49 (Table R402.1.2).
- Wood-frame wall insulation
- R-20 cavity or R-13 cavity + R-5 continuous insulation (Table R402.1.2).
- Floors over unconditioned space
- R-30 (Table R402.1.2).
- Air leakage
- Building or dwelling unit tested and verified to ≤ 3 ACH50 (or per applicable table/zone provision in R402.4.1.2; exact threshold follows 2018 base code for CZ 3–8).
Codes are amended regularly — verify current requirements with **The City of Federal Heights Building Department issues residential building permits.
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What drywall work covers
Drywall projects in the Denver metro include hanging, taping, texturing, and patching walls and ceilings. Moisture-resistant boards are common in baths and laundry areas. A municipally licensed Denver general contractor coordinates drywall with framing and finishing trades. Cost is project-specific and depends on area, texture match, and access.
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Texture and wet areas
Matching existing texture takes skill and lighting checks. Wet areas need the right board type and coordination with waterproofing trades.
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Permits and who coordinates the work
Small patches often do not need a City and County of Denver building permit. New walls in a remodel are usually covered under the broader CPD building permit. Cities and counties license general contractors. Colorado has no statewide general contractor license. Autotelic acts as a municipally licensed Denver general contractor and coordinates licensed specialty trades when electrical or plumbing rough-in is tied to the walls.
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What buyers should note
Rooms in scope, texture type, ceiling vs walls, and any moisture staining.
Installed cost
Drywall: typical 800 sq ft basement, installed
- Essential
- $10,500 – $12,000
- Premium
- $10,500 – $12,000
- Luxury
- $10,500 – $12,000
Prices as of September 2026 · Federal Heights projects are priced on the same Denver-metro estimate.
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Common questions
How much does Ceiling Drywall Patch with Texture Match cost in Federal Heights?
$475.
How do I book?
Press Book next to the job, pick a date and a morning (8–12) or afternoon (12–4) window, and pay in full. We confirm within 24 hours or refund you in full.
Do drywall patches need a Denver permit?
Often no for small patches. New walls in remodels are typically part of a CPD building permit.
Who handles drywall project licensing?
A municipally licensed Denver general contractor coordinates the work and related specialty trades. Colorado has no statewide general contractor license.
Can you match popcorn or orange-peel texture?
Often yes; matching depends on existing texture and lighting. Samples should be reviewed on site.
What board for bathrooms?
Moisture-resistant boards are commonly used in wet rooms, coordinated with the waterproofing plan.
What information helps define scope?
Photos, approximate square footage, texture goals, moisture issues, and city or county.
Service Area
Serving Federal Heights and Adams County
We serve Federal Heights, CO and all surrounding Denver metro communities. Our team is based in Denver and operates throughout the Front Range, from Castle Rock to Longmont and everywhere in between. Contact us for a free estimate on your Federal Heights project.
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