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Highly recommended! Good work Moe
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$100
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Muhammad was amazing. Communicative, on time, friendly and did a fantastic job. Can’t recommend highly enough!!
Repair plaster holes
$200
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Ceiling plaster repair
$5
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Fantastic, really fast work and great result
2 x Plaster Repair Jobs
$400
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$500
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This can take as little as a few hours to at most a couple of weeks. The time it will take can depend on the severity of the damage and the complexity of the repairs. In some cases, temperature and humidity are also factors as these can affect how fast each layer of filler, adhesive or new plaster dries. You can ask your Tasker for an estimate of how long it may take to do these repairs.
Only if you have a good reason to do so, such as if it’s coming off in large pieces, it’s not advisable to remove old plaster. Old plaster in your home is often of a higher quality than most other materials (like drywall), and you can lose its soundproofing and mould-inhibiting benefits. This is also laborious and time-consuming, and therefore costly, so you may want to hire an expert to repair and restore your plaster instead.
It sure can! Old plaster that’s restored can increase your home’s historical authenticity. If yours is a Victorian-era home, don’t remove any of the plaster - this is very sturdy, buyers expect it to have it, and you may get a higher appraisal than other homes on the market. Should you build a new home, try using as much plaster as possible to make it more durable, require less maintenance and make your home more valuable.
Efflorescence is the appearance of white crystalline material after the plaster has dried. This is caused by soluble salts present within the wall or ceiling or present in the water, lime, sand or other material used to make the plaster. This can be unsightly and make it difficult (if not impossible) for any paint to stick to the surface. You can remedy this by washing and dry-brushing the surface until no more crystalline material appears.
Yes, absolutely. Just remember that you can’t paint plaster that has only recently been repaired and dried right away. New plaster can be dry to the touch after about 1 to 2 days, but it may not be completely dry deep down! As plaster absorbs moisture, it can make a fresh coat of paint peel off after it’s dry. To be sure, let the plaster dry for about 4 to 6 weeks, then apply and smooth the primer or paint.
Most cracks on plaster are due to age. Over the years, plaster can separate from its lath and show up as cracks on the surface - this is cosmetic damage and can be fixed. But if plaster cracks are diagonal or jagged and measure more than 6 millimetres in width, this can be a sign of a more severe problem. These can be signs of a shifted foundation or deteriorated or collapsed wood beams due to termites; you may hire pest control to inspect.
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What do plaster repair services include?
Plaster repair services include all the activities necessary to fix damaged plaster on your walls or ceilings. This service can consist of fixing all sorts of damage like holes, gouges, pits or hairline cracks in plaster. Your plaster repair Tasker can inspect the site, assess the damage, prepare the necessary tools and materials, fix the damage, and apply the appropriate finish.
Site assessment
Your plaster repair Tasker does a thorough inspection of the walls and ceilings that need repairs. They can assess the extent and nature of the damage and see if it’s as simple as plaster crack repair or is a more complex job like blown plaster repair or lath and plaster repair. Your Tasker can take the appropriate measurements of the damage, such as the depth and size of cracks, to determine how much material they need and what tools to prepare.
If during the inspection, your Tasker discovers water damage to your plaster, you may want to hire someone to check and fix the pipes before they start.
Site & materials preparation
Your Tasker may cover your floor with a plastic dust sheet or other protective material. Some Taskers may move furniture out of the way. They may also cover any light switches or electrical sockets that are close to the damaged plaster. Should you want new wirings installed, make sure to hire someone to do this first before the plaster repairs.
If necessary, your Tasker may prime the damaged areas - this can include scraping the edges of cracks, then dusting off raised and excess material, then brushing the area with carpenter’s glue to give better surface adhesion for the filler and new plaster. Your Tasker can do this and other appropriate prep work on the damage.
Performing repairs
Once the site is prepared, and the materials are ready, your Tasker can do the repairs. They can use proven techniques and the right tools and materials. This can include plaster repair with a skim application, plaster repair with Polycell, plaster repair with Polyfilla, gypsum plaster repair and any other appropriate repair methods.
Some Taskers can remove and replace broken laths, although you may have to hire a separate service if the damage to the lath is extensive. Following best practices, your Tasker can apply as much filler and new plaster as needed to fill the cracks, gouges or holes in the wall or ceiling plaster. Note that they can allow each layer of filler or plaster to dry in-between applications.
Finishing touches
Your Tasker can smoothen the new plaster once all the layers have dried. They can use sandpaper of the appropriate coarseness or fineness to make the new plaster level with the rest of the wall or ceiling. If necessary, your Tasker can apply finishing oils or primer for fresh paint.
Speaking of which, why not have your walls or ceilings painted in a new or different colour?
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Small plaster repair, painting and single skirting board replacement
$200
Templestowe VIC, Australia
22nd Jul 2024
I am looking for someone to repair some minor damage: - Three small holes/indents in wall to be plastered flat. - Corner of where skirting boards meet to be filled in so looks like normal corner edge. - Replace dog chewed and water damaged skirting board (approx. 130cm of the skirting board is damaged, although the current skirting board is longer than this length). Skirting board is approx. 2cm deep and 5cm high. - Arrange near exact colour match of the wall paint and skirting/trim paint. - Paint over once repairs completed and two additional areas where no wall damage but white undercoat of existing paint showing (65cm x 7cm and 5cm x 5cm). All described items are in the photos. I understand that the paint colour may be near impossible to be exact and sometimes easier to paint the whole wall. However, would just like the particular areas painted and avoid painting a larger area than needed. Budget is not exact, as just need to put something to get this listed and I will understand better once I receive your quotes. Please include all costs in your offer (your time, any fees, skirting board, plaster and colour matched paint).
Plaster repair on the corner of a wall
$100
Mount Richon WA 6112, Australia
22nd Jul 2024
I need to repair the plaster on the corner of a wall, and then it painted. I have the paint the owners used for this room in the shed. I'm not sure how long or how much to charge, maybe $100? The date is also flexible, I just need to know how long it would take to give you a fixed date...
Ceiling Plaster Repair (2M x 1.5M)
$700
Newport VIC, Australia
20th Jul 2024
Water damaged ceiling needs plaster replaced. Approx 2M x 1.5M size. Needs to be finished sanded back ready for painting. Needs to be done in the first 1-2 weeks of August on a date that is negotiable.
Repair plaster wall where towel rail has come out
$90
Alphington VIC, Australia
19th Jul 2024
A towel rail has been pulled out of plaster wall in bathroom. Need it repaired.
Minor plaster repair and paint
$200
Docklands VIC, Australia
17th Jul 2024
Im looking minor patching to plaster after IKEA curtains removed on two windows- Tv wall mount and concealing- a few hooks and screw holes patched. Also minor paint to door way and a paint of damaged laundry wall. All up around 20 screw holes patched, tv mount area and some paint (I don’t have the paint). Prior to the property being handed back next week. Cheers! Please make an offer 😊
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Lovely to work with, very helpful and accommodating. Will use again ☺️ thank you!
Repair plaster board
$200
Prahran VIC, Australia
16th Jul 2024
Repair plaster wall been knocked down and few other halls on different walls
Paint and wall Plaster repair jobs around house
$300
Greenvale VIC 3059, Australia
16th Jul 2024
Need hole in the wall repaired and number of wall paint and corner paint chip offs repaired and repainted with same paint. Happy for you to come and have a look and quote for me and also get matching paint etc
Plaster repair
$250
Southport QLD, Australia
16th Jul 2024
Plumber had to cut a hole in the plaster to repair leak.
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Great work Michael !
Plaster repair
$100
Bentleigh VIC, Australia
16th Jul 2024
Have got a few dings in the wall at our gym that need repairing. We have touch up paint once the patch is repaired.
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Highly recommended 👍🏼
Ceiling plaster repair
$150
South Melbourne VIC, Australia
15th Jul 2024
Need to get a downlighting put back in place and then have the surrounding ceiling plaster fixed up.
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Fantastic work. Efficient and punctual.
Plaster repair
$350
Geebung QLD, Australia
9th Jul 2024
Repair 7 holes in ceiling left from removing light fittings. Average hole 60mm. Will need appropriate ladder to reach 1 hole that is in 12 foot ceiling.
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Great job, definitely recommend.
Plaster repair large hole in wall
$150
Teneriffe QLD, Australia
8th Jul 2024
Repair large hole in plaster wall after air conditioner install
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Quick and efficient, did a great job. Defo recommend
Repair plaster and paint
$130
East Melbourne VIC, Australia
6th Jul 2024
Repair plater and paint patch
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Jay is a awesome worker. Got the job done and went far and beyond
Plaster repair of a 20 x 40 cm hole on the wall
$120
Keysborough VIC, Australia
25th Jun 2024
While we were moving a furniture drop on the wall of the staircase creating a 20 x 40 cm hole
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Job well done, I will recommend Rohit to any friend who needs Plaster work.
Repair plaster wall in garage
$100
Robina QLD, Australia
25th Jun 2024
Repair a puncture hole in garage wall. Ideally repaint the wall or a good match touch up This is a rental house and need a good job done by an experienced plasterer
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Great guy, no dramas knows what he’s doing and keeps you in the loop when he’s coming Highly recommended
Repair plaster from air conditioning install
$200
Mulgrave, Victoria, Australia
24th Jun 2024
Repair plaster from air conditioning install
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He did an amazing job with the plaster work at our house. Blended it perfectly. Will definitely re-use again and a champion of a bloke!
Ceiling plaster repair
$300
Kensington VIC 3031, Australia
22nd Jun 2024
Damage to plaster on ceiling caused by furniture. Area requiring repair is 120cm by 30cm. Please advise price including and excluding painting
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Jay was excellent, very skilled, punctual, easy to communicate with and great attention to detail. Highly recommend!
Plaster repair 30cm x 45cm
$200
The Ponds NSW, Australia
21st Jun 2024
Repair plaster wall, need to supply replacement plaster patch
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Awesome work, cleaned up after the job absolutely would recommend again
Plaster Repair
$400
Lysterfield VIC, Australia
21st Jun 2024
We require some plaster repair work done mostly on walls from old some old equipment that's been removed, and also on the ceiling from fans and lights that have been removed. There are approx 8 on the walls and 4 on the ceiling however this might vary slightly. Happy if there needs to be a slight price variation for extra work completed.
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Matt was a pleasure to deal with. Very professional and great communication. Will be very happy to use again.
Plaster repair
$300
Cranbourne VIC, Australia
11th Jun 2024
Sand and paint 2 coats Colour match
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Thanks Chris customer was happy with repair