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"Jonathan’s work was impeccable! Patched a ceiling hole in for me and you would never have known there was a hole there !..."
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Wall plaster repair + skim coat (ready for paint)
$500
Abdullah did a great job plastering the hole in my wall with great attention to detail. He even explained the steps and process for my knowledge. He left a clean workspace once he was done and made my day.
Wall Plaster Repair
$100
Fantastic communication, on time, quality work, did the extras, happy attitude while working. Couldn’t be happier with the job!
Plaster Repairs
$400
Efficient work with good attention to detail
Painting of external ceiling and internal wall (inc plaster repair)
$300
Highly recommend Danny. Did a great job and was a pleasure to deal with.
Plaster repair
$200
On time - very easy to communicate with and reasonable. Will use again.
Plaster repairs including touch up painting I will supply paint
$200
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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?
Recent Plaster Repair tasks
Repair plaster and paint wall
$500
Caulfield South VIC 3162, Australia
20th Aug 2026
Damaged wall that needs to be repaired 80mm lenght by 40 mm wide, needs to be repaired then return to sand and color watch 1 wall ceiling height 2.7 m by 3 m wide. This is a customers house we accidently damaged just text or email quotes please
Prompt excellent service highly recommend
Plaster Repair
$200
Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia
20th Aug 2026
I need a small hole repaired in ceiling as per picture due to water damage. Ideally painted white to match
Plastering and plaster repair
$250
Sunshine West VIC 3020, Australia
19th Aug 2026
Complete missing plaster to timber frame, fix plaster on ceiling and walls
Plaster Repair and Painting
$500
Williams Landing VIC 3027, Australia
19th Aug 2026
Hi, looking for someone to assist with some plaster repairs, sanding and painting. We already have a large tin of paint for the walls. See photos attached for repairs needed. Thank you!
Highly recommend! Arrived on time, very tidy work with very good attention to detail - all for a very fair price. Thanks again
Touch-up painting over plaster repairs
$220
Kew VIC 3101, Australia
19th Aug 2026
Hello, we need assistance to paint over patches. All patches are already filled and dry, they just need finishing: light sand, undercoat/stain block on the patches, then wall paint blended in. Walls are white/off-white. I don't have the original paint so please include colour matching or advise what you need. Thank you!
Amazing job, he was excellent and the job was done as needed without any issues, Asif is very professional, recommended 100%
Plaster Repair
$100
Newport VIC 3015, Australia
18th Aug 2026
Plaster Repairs Looking for someone experienced to repair a few plaster/wall damages before our end-of-lease inspection. * Bedroom: each side of bed damage from wall mount lamps, approx. 20 × 20 cm damage from double-sided tape. * Garage: one hole from a bike handlebar. * Lounge room: a few holes from a TV bracket. I’ll take care of the painting afterwards.
Plaster repair for ceiling
$250
Glen Iris VIC 3146, Australia
18th Aug 2026
Fix ceiling plaster damage (result if a roof leak)
Ciling damage plaster repair
$450
Yarrawonga VIC 3730, Australia
17th Aug 2026
Repair the damage and bland the paint work
Bathroom ceiling plaster repair
$100
Sydney NSW 2021, Australia
4th Aug 2026
Ceiling plaster repair, small water damaged area of plaster to be repaired in bathroom ceiling
Andrew was very pleasant and eager to please, and plastering of the ceiling was done perfectly
Need handyman to repair Plaster board asap
$200
Port Melbourne, Victoria
31st Jul 2026
Urgently need a handyman to repair plaster board holes
Bloody effective and efficient person with great personality
Plaster repair
$250
Coal Point NSW, Australia
31st Jul 2026
Repair to areas of plaster that were cut away
Did a good job, no photos to show unfortunately but would recommend
Plaster Repair and paint touch up
$150
Essendon VIC 3040, Australia
30th Jul 2026
Looking for a painter to fix a few small plaster and paint touch-up jobs following a cabinet install. Likely work: Repair 2 x plaster wall holes (secure plaster, apply tape/patching, sand smooth). Paint over the patched wall areas. Ceiling Stain Touch-Up (issue causing the stain has been fixed). Touch up paint over the primed area to blend with the ceiling. Paint/finish the filled gap to match the surrounding ceiling edge I already have the matching spare paint for both the walls and ceiling.
Quick, punctual, and very polite! Did a great job with the painting. Highly recommended!
Plaster repair job in ceiling water damage.
$300
Bentleigh VIC 3204, Australia
21st Jul 2026
Water damage in ceiling above the bath and in adjacent room . Leakage has been repaired. Holes cut in plaster to facilitate repairs have been temporarily covered. Painting is to be done by others. Photo 1 is approx 40cm diameter photo two is approximately 30cm.. Larger section around 1 will need repair
Cheerful efficient and a job well done
Plaster Repair
$250
Bentleigh East VIC 3165, Australia
13th Jul 2026
We have installed a new in wall toilet and require the plaster to be finished off and prepared for painting
Dealings with Roy spot on, very easy to deal with, communicated quickly, available quickly and job completely perfectly. Thanks guys
Plaster repairs and returned to new
$10
Carrum Downs, Victoria
8th Jul 2026
I need a handful of small holes in plaster walls fixed and painted. Paint will be supplied. Pictures attached
Great work done in a prompt manner. Happy to recommend for painting and plaster repair work. Arrived on time and job done right the first time!
Professional Painter / Plaster Repair Required
$300
Essendon North VIC 3041, Australia
27th Jun 2026
I’m looking for an experienced painter/plaster repairer to repair two areas in my apartment. 1. Moisture-damaged wall. * Paint has bubbled from a previous water leak. * The wall has been checked with a moisture meter and is now dry. * The area feels slightly soft and may have been repaired previously. * Please assess and carry out the most appropriate long-term repair, including replacing any damaged plasterboard if required. 2. Air-conditioner wall crack. * Recurring crack where the air-conditioner ducting meets the indoor unit. * I’ve repaired it before, but it keeps returning. * Please repair using the best method to prevent future cracking. Please supply all materials, prepare the surfaces properly, and leave a high-quality painted finish. I have matching paint for wall & No More Gaps available if required. Photos are attached.
Friendly guy. Efficient work completed. Happy to recommend his services.
Repair plasterer in the ceiling
$300
Busby NSW 2168, Australia
25th Jun 2026
Need plasterer repair and painting tradie Must supply flat white paint and plasterboard
Great service will use again
Plaster repair ceiling garage
$200
Altona VIC 3018, Australia
24th Jun 2026
Repair Plaster on ceiling
Arrived on Time Clean job
Plaster Repair
$400
Mernda VIC 3754, Australia
23rd Jun 2026
A previous plasterer did a couple of repairs in the passage way that turned out not very well. I need the existing plaster cut (approx 400x400) new piece put in, bandaged, top coated and sanded to leave me with an invisible join. (As best as possible anyway)
Perfect job, a pleasure to deal with 👍
Plaster Repair, Paint Match & Touch-up (Garage Wall) - Point Cook
$200
Point Cook VIC 3030, Australia
15th Jun 2026
Hi there, I need an experienced handyman or plasterer to repair a single crack on a plaster wall inside my garage in Point Cook. This is for a rental property, so the finish must be flawless to pass a strict agent inspection. Scope of Work: Prep & Repair: Correctly prep, fill, tape/plaster, and sand the crack so it is completely flush with the wall. (See file 1000021731.jpg for a close-up and file 1000021732.jpg for the full wall perspective). Paint Matching (Tasker to handle): I cannot do the paint matching. You will need to take a small sample flake from the wall or use a color-matching scanner, go to Bunnings, and purchase the correct matching paint pot. Please include the cost of the paint in your offer or let me know how you'd like to handle the receipt. Painting: Apply two coats of paint over the repaired area. The paint must blend seamlessly with the surrounding wall—no visible patch outlines or harsh texture differences. CRITICAL REQUIREMENT: Because this is for a tenancy hand-over, the property agent will be inspecting the final result. You must be willing to come back and touch up/redo the finish if the agent raises any issues or is dissatisfied with the blend. Please only bid if you are confident in your plastering/blending skills and agree to this condition. Please bring all your own tools, plaster, tape, and sanding equipment. Flexible with days and times this week. Thank you!
Great support and fast work , gone as per plan . He is very efficient and helpful. Did a great job in my opinion