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Plaster repair
$400
Peter is a fantastic person to book! During the already extremely stressful period of house moving there are so many people who are looking to rip you off. I had people quoting me $600, $1000, $495 just to fill a few holes in the wall and give it some paint. It was such a relief to find Peter - he is someone who understands that it is hard it is being a renter and a young person in this economy and with the housing market as it is
Plaster repair
$150
Choong was lovely to deal with. I felt he was a truthful and trustworthy person who let me know what exactly he would be doing on the job. I have no hesitation to recommend him for jobs. I certainly will be using him again
Repair plaster ceiling to garage
$500
Excellent work by Roy. Did a perfect job, went above and beyond. Very punctual and good communication. Would recommend to everyone.
Plaster repairs
$500
Guy did a fantastic job. Very professional. Completed tasks without any issues and in excellent time frame. Highly recommend his services to anyone.
Demolish kitchen, plaster repair, paint
$5,000
Great job, very efficient, painted as well!
Plaster repair 2 holes inside home
$100
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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
Ceiling plaster repair
$500
Wooloowin QLD 4030, Australia
25th Dec 2025
I’ve got a 3x3 approx (actually smaller) plaster ceiling that needs to be repaired. Open to quotes and need an experienced plasterer to repair.
Plaster Repair + Wood Beam Repair & Paint Both
$175
Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia
23rd Dec 2025
There are 2 sections of aesthetic damage on the house I am currently leasing that need to be repaired. Both about 10cm. 1) The structural wood beam to the right of the front door has been chipped and needs to be bogged and re-painted. We have the paint required but nothing else. 2) There is also a hole in the plaster inside my cupboard. About the size of a golf ball (see pic). I need the plasterboard patched and painted. Again I have the paint needed but nothing else. We need to get this done sometime between now and Thursday Jan 8th at the absolute latest as we have an inspection directly afterwards. The sooner the better really. Maybe DEC 29th / 30th? If you're not free then, early Jan is fine too. Look forward to hearing from you with your quote. Cheers, Josh
Repair plaster wall
$150
Albion VIC 3020, Australia
22nd Dec 2025
Hi, I’m after someone handy to help repair some plasterboard in the interior corners of my lounge room. There are a few cracks/damaged areas that need patching up and finished neatly so it’s ready for painting.
Not very professional
Plaster repair
$120
South Melbourne VIC, Australia
22nd Dec 2025
Need to patch 2 holes - recently cut out from plumber.
Bathroom Cabinet installed and plaster repair
$500
Burnside Heights VIC 3023, Australia
22nd Dec 2025
Plaster repair to corner of wall, no painting required. Also a 1500mm bathroom cabinet installed above sink.
Plaster repair
$100
Burnside Heights VIC 3023, Australia
22nd Dec 2025
Need repair / patch to damaged plaster in corner of wall. No painting required, just the plaster repair.
Very prompt and great plaster job.
Plaster repair
$10
Broadbeach Waters QLD, Australia
21st Dec 2025
Plasterer needs repairs after leak.
Plaster repair job
$100
Black Rock VIC, Australia
20th Dec 2025
Hole in plaster, please see photo for detail.
Plaster repairs
$500
Hoppers Crossing, Victoria
19th Dec 2025
I require a plasterer to repair small holes, cracks and general maintenance ready for painting in my kitchen area. I need a nice finish around cupboard bulkhead and range hood. I’ve been informed original cornice not available so need substitute
Wall patching and plaster repair (PowerPoint Chase)
$250
Scarborough WA, Australia
19th Dec 2025
Looking for a handyman/plasterer to patch and repair a wall that has been chased for a PowerPoint run-down. Scope of works: • Patch and plaster the chased section • Sand smooth and leave ready for painting • No painting required Timing: • Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday next week (flexible on time) We’re just after a neat, paint-ready finish. Thanks!
Turner up earlier than expected, easy to deal with - just got on with the job 👍
Plaster repair
$100
Noble Park VIC, Australia
3rd Dec 2025
Need plaster to be sanded to clean finish on one end and cut out and reenforce with timber behind on the other end to anchor towel bar.
Haneesh was top notch! Highly reccomend
Plaster repair - ceiling
$500
Ocean Grove VIC, Australia
1st Dec 2025
Have a plaster repair in ceiling - 2 to 3 meters
Max was very responsive and completed the job really well.
Plaster repair to small hole in ceiling
$150
Prahran VIC, Australia
27th Nov 2025
We have a hole in a plaster ceiling that needs repairing. it’s approximately 30cmx20cm We need it completed tomorrow, (or the weekend) as we are painting on monday
great job, would recommend.
Plaster repair
$200
Cessnock NSW, Australia
23rd Nov 2025
Repair plaster in ceiling in 2 places. 1 where someone has fallen through ceiling and the other around a fireplace where it has been water damaged. need to be cut out and repaired. No painting required
Good Work, good communication
Ceiling plaster repair, sander & paint
$10
Brunswick West, Victoria
19th Nov 2025
Hello Trades people, Repair any imperfections (minor cracking & flaking from recent roof leak & other natural minor aging lines) in the ceiling plaster board of the bedroom. See photos. Will require three applications: Filler, Sanding & 2 x Coats of Ceiling paint. Total Ceiling Area: 2400mm x 2400mm Ignore budget of $10 A Second level Unit, in a block of 10 Units, (5 Below, 5 Above) Stair entrance. Thank you, Adrian.
Certainly ticked all my boxes, a saviour!
Paint/Plaster Repair
$200
Edithvale VIC, Australia
3rd Nov 2025
We are at the end of our lease and need to patch up these holes where TV’s were mounted and a few picture frames were and re paint (blended in with the old paint). All very small holes except one where the plaster broke which measures roughly 800x300 (refer to photos) I will also take a sample of the paint to Bunnings before the weekend to get the exact colour and I’ll supply the paint.
Gabrielle arrived when he said he would and went above and beyond to even patch up a few small holes that weren’t involved in the initial job. I recommend his services 100%!
Repair plastering
$300
Yatala QLD, Australia
29th Oct 2025
Needing a repair done on a section of wall and roof. Part of it is where the cornice is. Don’t pay attention to price. Let me know what you can do it for
Adam did a great job at fixing the plastering that we needed to. Said he was gonna be here at a time and turned up on that time.. seamless
Minor plaster repair
$750
Avondale Heights, Victoria
25th Oct 2025
Minor plaster repairs after electrician work.
Great job, efficient and same day because he was nearby.
Repair plaster + install toilet roll holder.
$100
Diamond Creek VIC, Australia
20th Oct 2025
The toilet roll holder has pulled out of the plaster. Need the plaster patched, painted and toilet roll holder reinstalled.
Mate, perfect. Wouldn’t even know there was an issue.
Need a plaster repair near a light switch (about 10–12 cm hole).
$150
Doreen VIC, Australia
17th Oct 2025
Need a plaster repair near a light switch (about 10–12 cm hole). Wall needs to be patched, sanded, and painted to match. Power point area — please take care around wiring. Paint can be provided.
Jovanni was punctual and did a great job 👍