Drywall Finishing — Level 4 and Level 5, Prices and Specs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the per-foot price?

$1.00 to $2.00 per square foot based on finish level.

Level 4 or Level 5?

Level 4 fits flat and eggshell paint. Pick Level 5 for gloss paint or walls with hard side light from big windows.

Can you finish board I hung?

Yes. We check the hang first. Loose or proud screws get fixed as a named line.

How long does finishing take?

Three to five days with dry time for most rooms.

How is dust kept down?

We mask the room and use vacuum sanders where the job allows. Floors stay covered.

Is the site check free?

Yes. The check and the written bid cost nothing.

Smoothing a drywall corner by sanding in Gainesville, FL

Drywall finishing in Gainesville runs $1.00 to $2.00 per square foot in 2026. This page covers the finish level itself: Level 4 is the base finish. Level 5 adds a skim coat, for gloss paint or hard side lighting. If your job is the tape work itself — seams that cracked, or board another crew hung — go to Drywall Taping and Mudding. Check the sidebar for live pricing on all our services.

Price table for this service

Spec table

Two crew members checking a wall finish with a hawk and compound in Gainesville, FL

How the work runs

Coat one sets the tape. Coat two fills. Coat three refines. Each coat dries a full day in most rooms. We check each wall with a work light before the finish is called done.