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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!

Repair plaster from air conditioning install

$200

Job well done, I will recommend Rohit to any friend who needs Plaster work.

Plaster repair of a 20 x 40 cm hole on the wall

$120

Excellent work. Good work.

Plaster patches

$50

Terrific communication and great job

Plaster patch up / paint

$100

Great guy, no dramas knows what he’s doing and keeps you in the loop when he’s coming Highly recommended

Repair plaster wall in garage

$100

Thank you for repairing our cracks

Plaster crack repair and replace plaster with mould

$500

What's the average cost of a plaster repair contractor

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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, including plasterboard wall repair. 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

Fix plaster & re-install clothes rack

$150

South Melbourne VIC 3205, Australia

11th Nov 2026

My clothes rack fell off the wall & ripped plaster out. I need it to be re installed - potentially might need to be strengthened again

Gyprock repair

$500

Tonsley SA 5042, Australia

11th Nov 2026

Broken perferated gyprock

Plaster repair + paint touch-up – hole in wall + pinholes

$100

Sandringham VIC 3191, Australia

11th Nov 2026

Hi, Looking for an experienced handyman or plasterer to repair internal wall damage and do a neat paint touch-up. What’s needed: • Repair one hole in the wall (caused by my daughter). Needs proper backing/support if required, filling, sanding flush, and blending so it’s invisible once painted. • Fill several small pinholes where artwork was hung. • Touch up existing paint patches so everything matches. Details: • Finish must be smooth and ready for paint, then painted to blend with the existing colour. • I have the paint colour matched already. • All plastering materials, filler, sandpaper, primer to be supplied by you m. • Please bring your own tools. Location & timing: • Sandringham, Melbourne (I’ll share the exact suburb/address with the chosen Tasker). • ideally done this afternoon Thanks!

Repair hole in plasterboard wall

$200

Kirribilli NSW, Australia

11th Nov 2026

Repair a hole in a plasterboard wall. Approx 16 x 26 cm as per photos

Repair plaster and cornice coming away from bearers in roof

$400

Croydon North VIC 3136, Australia

10th Nov 2026

The plaster under verandah is coming away from the roof bearers above. It is sagging down about 25cm. It seems detached on about 3 bearers. About 2 metres. The verandah is about 1.2 m wide.

Gyprocker needed – wall hole repair

$100

Bellevue Hill NSW, Australia

10th Nov 2026

Looking for an experienced gyprocker to repair a hole in an internal wall. Ideally looking to have this done next Wednesday, otherwise I’m flexible with out-of-hours work (early morning or evening). Please bring all necessary materials and tools, and include patching, sanding and leaving the wall ready for painting. Thanks!

Plaster repair

$200

Dubbo NSW 2830, Australia

10th Nov 2026

Hanging bar is broken from dry wall. Need to repair drywall and fix hanging bar

Fix plaster, restick intercom and clean calcium off wall

$400

Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

10th Nov 2026

My apartment has some issues. I require a tasker to fix them. 1. Calcium build up on balcony needs to be cleaned and a quick coat of paint over the top 2. Paint on ceiling is peeling in small spot 200mm long. needs to be sanded back and repainted to suit 3. Small bits of plaster on wall need sanding and repainting 4. intercom needs resticking at the top.

Plaster patch in roof

$100

Mooroolbark VIC, Australia

8th Nov 2026

We need a whole in the roof patched where a heater flue has been removed. No painting required

Reliable and punctual

Repair hole in wall

$80

Niddrie VIC 3042, Australia

3rd Nov 2026

Plaster and repair hole in wall. Size of hand

Sam is an awesome block, great at what he does and did the job perfectly 👌 cheers mate

Fix hole in wall

$175

North Sydney NSW 2060, Australia

3rd Nov 2026

Need assistance please to fix a hole in dry wall / plaster board.

Great man thanks Bart!!!!!

Fix a hole in the wall

$80

Palmview QLD 4553, Australia

3rd Nov 2026

Please fix hole in the wall

awesome. job was well done

Plasterer to patch holes in walls and colour match spot paint

$250

South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia

2nd Nov 2026

patch holes made in walls in drug fuelled toasted frenzy by flatmate 😤 Also paint over writing on walls using Bunnings colour matching. and sit around in FXDs waiting for paint/plaster to dry.

A+++++ good operator

Doorway openning plaster repair

$200

Knoxfield VIC 3180, Australia

2nd Nov 2026

Doorway openning to be finished with trim edge,filled with coat and sended if posible to be ready for painting on both sides.

Easy going and very proud of his job. Great work Ka

Ceiling plaster repairs to be painted

$800

Buderim QLD 4556, Australia

2nd Nov 2026

Ceiling plaster repairs ready for painting. Paint supplied. Living room, kitchen and 1 small bedroom

Excellent job completed went above and beyond what eas required to leave a quality finish

Garage ceiling water damage plaster repair

$250

Reservoir VIC 3073, Australia

1st Nov 2026

• Water damage on garage ceiling • 9-10cm hole in ceiling • 25-30cm water damage stain Requirements: - cut back, back-blocking or timber framing to secure, patch, mesh and sand flush to be paint-ready - single visit competition

Wonderful service and even better experience. Gabrielle ensured the job was done to the highest standard, PLUS he painted for us to finish off the job. Extra careful and extra kind. We truly appreciate your work!

Repair Gyprock holes and patch paint

$350

Castle Hill NSW 2154, Australia

1st Nov 2026

4 wall holes of Gyprock - matching paint available

All went well thank you

Gyprock repair

$200

Carlingford NSW 2118, Australia

1st Nov 2026

Repair Gyprock as per photo

Very happy. Good job.

Handyman Needed – Eaves & Plasterboard Repairs

$10

Calamvale QLD 4116, Australia

31st Oct 2026

Looking for an experienced handyman to complete the following repairs: * Repair and paint damaged external eaves/soffit, including replacing rotten timber and damaged sheeting. * Repair, patch and paint the damaged plasterboard ceiling inside the garage, including finishing and painting. See photos Flexible with the repair dates, but would prefer an on-site inspection and quote by Tuesday.

Thanks for the great work. Well done

Repair damaged plasterboard wall and repaint

$250

North Sydney NSW 2060, Australia

28th Oct 2026

Looking for an experienced plasterer or handyman with excellent plasterboard finishing and painting skills to repair a living room wall in my apartment in North Sydney. I’ve removed two floating TV shelves, which have left two long horizontal strips of damaged plasterboard, including torn surface paper, exposed plaster and some deeper gouges and fixing holes. The underlying plasterboard is solid, so I don’t believe any sheets need replacing. Scope of work: 1. Remove any loose plaster and damaged surface paper. 2. Properly seal exposed plasterboard and torn paper to prevent bubbling. 3. Fill all fixing holes, gouges and damaged sections. Also the is a bubble in the paint between the shelves that needs touchup. 4. Apply finishing compound as required, feathering the repairs into the surrounding wall. 5. Sand to a smooth, professional finish with no visible ridges or imperfections. 6. Prime all repaired areas. 7. Repaint the affected wall to achieve a consistent, seamless finish. The building has an original paint schedule available, so the correct paint colour and finish can be identified. My expectations: * Professional finish with no visible evidence of the previous shelves. * No raised edges, uneven patches or visible repair lines. * Protect the carpet, skirting boards and nearby electrical outlets. * Minimise dust and clean up thoroughly afterwards. * Supply all necessary tools and materials, including plaster compounds, sealers and primer. * Please specify whether matching wall paint is included in your offer. Please only offer if you have experience with plasterboard repairs and painting. Photos of similar completed work would be appreciated. Flexible with timing. Located in North Sydney

Andrew did an amazing job, very happy with the result. Turned up on time, great communication and excellent attention to detail – thanks again!