Serving Windermere, FL · Updated
Luxury drywall finishes for Windermere, FL — Level 5 smooth-coat walls, custom accent walls, fireplace builds, arched openings, and texture matching for high-end Orange County homes. Owner-operated by Derek Romero with 25+ years of meticulous craftsmanship.
25+ years · 500+ jobs completed · 84+ five-star Google reviews (4.8★) · Repairs from $150 · Free estimates within 24 hours
Windermere's luxury market demands a contractor who treats every surface like it's their own home. T2FDS specializes in the Level 5 smooth finishes, custom architectural detail, and clean job-site standards that high-end Windermere properties require — from Isleworth and Bay Hill estates to Keene's Pointe and Reserve at Lake Butler. Free on-site estimates within 24-48 hours.
Dr. Phillips · Gotha · Bay Hill · Isleworth · Keene's Pointe · Winter Garden · Orange County
Level 5 skim coats typically add $3-$5 per square foot over a standard Level 4 finish. For a single Windermere room, expect an $800-$1,500 premium depending on scope. Essential for high-gloss paint, dramatic lighting, and the side-lit walls common in luxury Orange County homes.
Yes. Specialty accent walls, lime-wash fireplace builds, arched openings, and custom feature walls are some of our most-requested Windermere services. Sophie Lauren wrote a five-star review specifically about her fireplace build with Derek.
Derek personally follows up within 24 hours of every Windermere request, with on-site estimates typically scheduled within 24-48 hours.
Yes. Toronto 2 Florida Drywall Services is fully licensed, insured, and A+ BBB accredited.
Toronto 2 Florida Drywall Services offers a full range of residential and commercial drywall services across Central Florida, including drywall installation, drywall repair and patching, Level 5 smooth finish, water damage drywall repair, popcorn ceiling removal, taping and texturing, accent wall installation, commercial drywall framing, and interior and exterior painting. Whether you need a small hole patched or an entire new construction hang, T2FDS handles it all.
T2FDS handles both residential and commercial drywall projects. On the commercial side, we specialize in metal stud framing, tenant improvement build-outs, office partitions, and commercial drywall installation for retail, medical, and light industrial spaces across Orlando, Clermont, and the greater Central Florida area. Our 25+ years of experience means we understand the scheduling demands and finish standards that commercial clients require.
A Level 5 drywall finish is the highest quality finish available — the entire surface is coated with a thin skim coat of joint compound, creating a perfectly smooth, paint-ready wall with zero texture variation. It is recommended whenever walls will be painted with flat or matte paint, lit with strong side-lighting (such as in galleries or high-end homes), or used in luxury remodels where any surface imperfection would be visible. T2FDS is one of the few Central Florida contractors who specialize in Level 5 finish work.
To be completely honest and transparent — which I am with all my clients — it will never be a 100% match. With orange peel, we can get it to about 85–90% close after paint. Knockdown is harder to match; it's like a fingerprint — no two patterns will ever be 100% identical — but we try our best and typically get it to about 75–85% after paint for a trained eye. With an untrained eye, I've had clients tell me they can't see where the patch was — and when I hear that, I know we did our job.
Yes. Popcorn ceiling removal is one of T2FDS's most popular services. We apply protective plastic sheeting over the entire floor, walls, lights, and fans, scrape all of the popcorn off, repair any areas that need attention (whether from poor prior workmanship or normal house settling), then spray a new texture — knockdown or orange peel, whichever the client prefers — leaving it all ready for paint. In some cases, should the client choose, we will also prime and paint the ceiling afterward. We serve homeowners throughout Clermont, Winter Garden, Windermere, Orlando, and all of Lake, Orange, and Osceola counties. If your home was built before 1980, we recommend testing for asbestos before removal — we can advise you on this process.
T2FDS serves all of Lake, Orange, and Osceola counties, including Clermont, Orlando, Winter Garden, Windermere, Minneola, Groveland, Mount Dora, Leesburg, and The Villages. If you are unsure whether your location is within our service area, call or text Derek directly at (352) 630-3132 and he will let you know.
Drywall repair costs in Central Florida typically range from $75–$150 for small patches (nail holes, small cracks), $150–$400 for medium repairs (holes up to 12 inches, water stains), and $400–$1,200+ for large repairs (water damage sections, full wall panels). Factors that affect price include the size of the damage, the texture match required, whether priming or painting is included, and accessibility. T2FDS offers free estimates — call (352) 630-3132 or use the form on this page for an accurate quote.
Popcorn ceiling removal in Florida costs between $2.00–$4.00 per square foot, depending on the height of the ceiling, the condition of the ceiling (any areas that need fixing due to damage or cracks), and the type of new texture that will be applied after. For an average 2,000 sq ft home, expect to pay $4,000–$6,500 for full removal, prep, texture, and cleanup. Some other contractors may charge less, but the unfortunate truth is you get what you pay for. T2FDS provides free, no-obligation estimates for all popcorn ceiling removal projects.
A Level 5 skim coat finish typically costs between $3.00–$5.00 per square foot more than a standard Level 4 finish, due to the additional labor and materials involved. For a single room, this may add $800–$1,500 to the project cost depending on the scope of work. It's essential for areas with high-gloss paint or a lot of light reflecting off the walls or ceiling. T2FDS will give you an exact quote based on your square footage and current wall condition.
In most cases, yes — if the water damage was caused by a sudden and accidental event such as a burst pipe, appliance leak, or storm damage, your homeowner's insurance policy will typically cover drywall repair. Damage caused by gradual leaks or deferred maintenance is usually not covered. T2FDS works with homeowners navigating insurance claims and can provide detailed written estimates that meet insurance adjuster requirements. Always document the damage with photos before any repair work begins.
Most small to medium drywall repairs — patches, holes, and cracks — are completed in one to two visits. The first visit handles the repair and first coat of mud; the second visit (typically 24 hours later) handles sanding, final coat, and texture matching. Larger repairs involving water damage or full panel replacement may take two to four days depending on drying time and the number of coats required. T2FDS will give you a clear timeline at the time of your estimate.
Popcorn ceiling removal for an average 2,000 sq ft home typically takes two to three days — one day for removal and cleanup, one to two days for skim coating and drying. Larger homes or ceilings with multiple layers of texture may take longer. T2FDS will give you a project timeline at the time of your free estimate.
You do not need to be present for the entire job, but we do ask that someone is available at the start of the project to confirm the scope of work and at the end for a walkthrough. Many of our customers leave a key or provide access codes and check in via photos. Derek communicates proactively throughout every project so you always know what is happening.
When done correctly by an experienced contractor, drywall repairs should be completely invisible after painting. The key is proper texture matching and using the same sheen level of paint as the surrounding wall. T2FDS guarantees seamless repairs — if a repair is visible after painting, we will come back and make it right.
It depends on the extent of the damage. Minor water staining without structural compromise can often be treated, primed with a stain-blocking primer, and repainted. However, drywall that has been saturated, has developed mold, or has lost its structural integrity must be cut out and replaced. T2FDS will assess the damage honestly and recommend the most cost-effective solution — we will never recommend replacement when a repair will do the job properly.
Yes — hurricane and storm drywall repair is one of our most-requested services. After Hurricane Milton, T2FDS responded to dozens of Central Florida homeowners with same-week ceiling and wall repairs. Multiple Google reviews from Milton-impacted clients confirm Derek's response time and the quality of post-storm work — typical comments include 'called the next day and Derek came out by Saturday' and 'after the work was done, we couldn't even tell where anything happened.' If your home took storm damage, call (352) 630-3132 and Derek will work to fit you in quickly.
Absolutely. Re-pipe drywall patching is a routine T2FDS project — it is common to walk into a home with 15 to 25+ holes throughout walls and ceilings after plumbers complete a re-pipe. We patch every opening, match the existing texture as closely as possible, and leave the surfaces ready for paint. One Google reviewer wrote: 'We had nearly 20 holes after our re-pipe… every single patch is completely invisible.' That is the standard we hold ourselves to on every re-pipe project across Clermont, Orlando, and Central Florida.
Yes. Many of our clients are second-home owners, vacation rental hosts, and homeowners on tight timelines (insurance deadlines, listing dates, incoming guests). Derek works with the schedule, communicates daily, and prioritizes finishing on time. One reviewer summarized it well: 'I had a waterpipe leaking and only 4 days to fix the pipe and the drywall before guests arrived at our vacation house. He made it happen.' If you have a hard deadline, tell us upfront and we will let you know honestly whether we can hit it.
Yes. Toronto 2 Florida Drywall Services is fully licensed and insured in the state of Florida. We are also BBB Accredited with an A+ rating — one of the highest trust designations available to a Florida contractor. You can verify our BBB accreditation at bbb.org. We carry general liability insurance on every project, and we are happy to provide proof of insurance upon request.
Derek Romero, the owner of T2FDS, has over 25 years of hands-on drywall experience. He started his career in Toronto, Canada, before relocating to Central Florida, where he founded Toronto 2 Florida Drywall Services. That experience spans residential repairs, luxury Level 5 finishes, commercial tenant improvements, new construction hangs, and everything in between. When Derek is on your job, you are getting a craftsman — not a subcontractor.
Getting a free estimate is easy. You can call or text Derek directly at (352) 630-3132, email us at DRomero@t2fds.com, or fill out the estimate request form on this page. We typically respond within a few hours and can usually schedule an on-site estimate within one to two business days. T2FDS serves Clermont, Orlando, Winter Garden, Windermere, and all of Central Florida's Lake, Orange, and Osceola counties.
Toronto 2 Florida Drywall Services (T2FDS) is an owner-operated drywall contractor headquartered in Clermont, Florida. Founded by Derek Romero with 25+ years of hands-on drywall experience since 2001, T2FDS serves Central Florida homeowners and commercial clients with a 4.8-star Google rating across 84+ five-star reviews, 500+ completed projects, and A+ BBB accreditation. Licensed and insured.
Contact: (352) 630-3132 · DRomero@t2fds.com · 310 Almond Street Suite 340, Clermont, FL 34711.