Why You Should Make Drywall Repairs Now — Before Prices Go Up

Apr 21, 2025 | Drywall Installation, Drywall Repair

If you've been putting off drywall repairs or planning a renovation this year, now is the time to take action. ️

Across the U.S., material prices — especially drywall and gypsum-based products — are on the rise. Between rising tariffs, supply chain shortages, and natural disasters affecting production, costs are climbing… and availability is shrinking.

At Busy B Drywall, we’re already seeing the early impacts here in South Jersey — and we want our customers to stay informed and prepared.

What’s Causing Drywall Prices to Spike?

There’s no one reason — it’s the perfect storm:

1. New Tariffs on Imported Gypsum

Recent increases in tariffs on gypsum (the core ingredient in drywall) mean higher costs for U.S. suppliers — and those costs are passed down the line.

2. Drywall Shortages After Major Disasters

From the California wildfires to severe flooding in North Carolina, demand for drywall has skyrocketed in areas hit hardest by natural disasters. This impacts the drywall available everywhere else because manufacturers are struggling to keep up, meaning fewer materials are available for the rest of the country.

3. Tornado Season Is Heating Up

It’s currently tornado season in the South and Midwest, and unfortunately, when homes and businesses are damaged by storms, drywall demand surges again — adding even more pressure to already thin supply chains.

What This Means for You in South Jersey

If your home or business needs drywall repairs, waiting could cost you more — both in price and in scheduling delays.

Materials are likely going to become harder to get in the coming months.
Prices are likely to keep rising throughout the season.
Contractors’ schedules will fill up faster as materials tighten nationwide.

Let Busy B Drywall Help You Stay Ahead

At Busy B Drywall, we’re doing everything we can to keep projects moving affordably and on time. But we can’t control national trends and supply chain shortages — and we’d rather help you plan ahead than scramble later.

Now is the time to lock in pricing and reserve your spot on our schedule.

Whether you’ve got settlement cracks, storm damage, or a larger remodeling project, we’re here to help — but don’t wait.