Follow this professional recommendation on how to fix a hole in drywall—no matter the scale. To permanently repair a popped nail, drive a 1 1/4-inch drywall screw about 2 inches above or beneath the popped nail. Then pull out the nail with a pry bar whereas holding a large putty knife beneath it to protect the wall. Tap the empty nail gap with the handle of a putty knife to knock any protruding drywall...
