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Muhammad is a person of integrity and quality. He was reliable and his workmanship was good. The job was bigger than expected and he had to change his plans but he did this without fuss. He came to do some plaster repair and he even gave me lawn advice. Great guy, will definitely use again.

Plaster repair

$100

Russell did a fantastic job. Would absolutely have no hesitation using him again.

Plaster repair on ensuite wall

$150

Great communication, lovely to work with.

Plaster repair

$120

Paul did a conscientious job, really thorough. Recommend.

Patch & repair plaster and sanding

$150

Matt was very professional. When I mentioned to him that there is need to come back to fix up those. He was happy to do so. Thanks

Ceiling plaster repair

$150

Awesome! True champion - thank you

Plaster Repair (gyprock) and paint white

$100

What's the average cost of a plaster repair contractor

$179 - $400

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$179

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$250

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$400

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Did the old plaster on your wall or ceiling crack? Maybe your plaster got punctured by accident as you were moving furniture? Whatever caused the damage, Airtasker can find you the right Tasker to fix it! We can match you with some of the most experienced and skilled plaster repair specialists in your area - even at short notice!

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Top Plaster Repair related questions

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

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

Plaster repairs

$250

Hampton VIC, Australia

6th Jul 2025

Need repairs on two seperate areas of plaster. First on is a fairly large area on the ceiling - roughly 80x80cm area. I have done a very shoddy repair to seal the area but want someone to do a more polished job. The second is a smaller area on a wall where I previously had something mounted and it broke off.

Repair plaster board in kitchen ceiling. Corner of kitchen

$320

Pakenham VIC, Australia

5th Jul 2025

Cutting out plaster and replacing with new one in kitchen ceiling Cut out is roughly about 1300 by 1200 Where patch is

Repair plasterboard on wall

$150

Kirrawee NSW, Australia

5th Jul 2025

Repair the damage to the wall

Plaster repairs

$250

Mentone VIC 3194, Australia

5th Jul 2025

- There is 10 circles Holes in the ceiling which have had the plaster put back in place - 3 little holes where light fitting were but have been removed. - 4x square holes where a PowerPoint has been removed.

Repair hard plaster cracks and paint (with colour match)

$2,000

Northcote VIC, Australia

4th Jul 2025

Painter to repair cracks in hard plaster not plasterboard (filled and sanded) and then paint over with colour match paint. Includes covering up items in the house and pack and clean up afterwards. See revised budget

Plaster repair and repaint

$200

Heritage Park QLD, Australia

1st Jul 2025

There is a hole about 10cm x 7cm that needs repairing, and if possible, repainting.

Plaster repairs

$1,200

Coomera QLD, Australia

1st Jul 2025

Repair corners Gyprock/plasterboard on 9 windows as per photos.

Repair plaster in wall in bathroom

$150

Warragul VIC, Australia

1st Jul 2025

Need 2 holes in toilet wall patched up, photos attached.

Fix Small Hole in Wall (Plaster Repair & Paint Touch Up)

$120

Yarraville VIC, Australia

22nd Jun 2025

There is a small hole in the wall (photo attached) that needs to be patched, sanded, and painted. Looking for someone experienced in small wall repairs who can match the paint colour as closely as possible (I don’t have the original paint, but can buy it if needed or reimburse).

Professional punctual and supportive - great job

Small plaster repair and paint

$125

Mill Park VIC, Australia

17th Jun 2025

Looking to repair some damage from move to repair a small spot on plaster and also paint.

Quick and responsive! Great work as well!

Repair plaster

$250

Langwarrin VIC, Australia

10th Jun 2025

Need a plasterer to fix a couple holes and dodgy patch ups I tried to do myself.

Choong is the man, fixed up the plaster perfectly 🙏🏽

Repair plaster and make ready for painting

$350

Coburg VIC, Australia

10th Jun 2025

I needs these holes patched asap. Work to include sanding so it is flush for painting ta

Good man👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

Cornice Cracks And Kitchen Plaster Repair

$50

Manor Lakes VIC, Australia

7th Jun 2025

Cornice Cracks And Kitchen Plaster Repair required as highlighted in given pictures

Great work done by Wahed!

Plaster repair

$500

Woollahra NSW, Australia

2nd Jun 2025

Plaster board is sitting proud of window frame. Need to cut back section maybe remove the furring channels pack behind onto brick wall and direct stick new section. Then fill and feather.

Fernando did a great job fixing up a wonky wall for us. Efficient, clean easy to communicate with and great quality of workmanship.

Plaster repairs

$200

Mernda VIC 3754, Australia

28th May 2025

Looking for some plaster repairs with our front porch, where the plaster is sagging and detaching from the beams just above the front door. There is no water damage. Plaster needs to be secured back to the beams.

Very reliable and completed the job as discussed

Plaster repair work

$400

Heidelberg VIC 3084, Australia

26th May 2025

1. Square set wall and door area 2. Patch ceiling and old power point

Completed the task as requested. Very easy to deal with and did a great job.

Drywall/ plaster repair

$150

Coburg VIC, Australia

22nd May 2025

My housemates and I have come to the end of our lease and there are a few holes in the walls from moving in/ out. Just need someone to come and plaster + paint over the holes. They aren’t major holes and there aren’t a lot either and could definitely be done by one of us but just want to be safe. Let me know!!

Did a great job with patching the holes in my wall!!!

Plaster repairs and painting

$800

Kensington VIC, Australia

20th May 2025

Cracking and plaster damage from construction next door, leaking issue & movement over time. Plaster and painting repairs of old Melbourne terrace house, working at height in some locations, several images included for context.

Troy is excellent at what he does, went over and above to finalise the plaster and paint works.

Repair Plaster & Paint

$250

Ripley QLD 4306, Australia

16th May 2025

We have just had the old wardrobes removed and will be having new ones installed on the 26th. This work needs to be complete before then. The affected wardrobes are in 3 rooms. I have some left over paint which you can use from the original build (House is only 2 years old).

Stephen's work is excellent and his demeanour and attitude is excellent. Highly recommend.

Repair plaster

$5

Bulleen VIC, Australia

16th May 2025

Repair plaster in ceiling

Done an amazing job was very helpful and cleaned up after this mess will definitely use again