For a basic project in zip code 47474 with 500 square feet the cost to install drywall starts at 1 70 2 15 per square foot.
How much is a 12 foot sheet of drywall cost.
4x12 drywall is another option if you have tall or long walls.
This reflects a cost of 2 12 per square foot for walls and 2 35 per square foot if including the ceiling.
The average cost to install drywall is between 1 60 and 2 35 per square foot.
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While 4x12 drywall sheets take a few people to set up they create a smooth unbroken surface from floor to ceiling when positioned vertically.
Contractors usually bill by the number of hours needed for installation but may also charge per panel.
Average cost per square foot.
These drywall sheets provide the best value and weigh a little over 50 pounds making them easier to handle than larger drywall panels.
Please note a drywall professional may obtain materials at a lower cost due to buying power or they may charge a mark up that results in materials costing more than the calculation.
A conventional 1 2 inch thick sheet of drywall measuring 4 x 8 feet weighs around 57 pounds.
Keep in mind that a basic estimate may not include removing or hauling away old drywall.
The cost to install drywall ranges from 1 to 3 per square foot.
Includes mud and taping labor as well.
For a typical 12 x 12 room with a wall height of 8 the price averages around 815 for just the walls or a total of 903 if including the ceiling drywall.