A close-up photo of a person repairing a plaster wall, using a putty knife to apply plaster compound to a damaged area.
A close-up photo of a person repairing a plaster wall, using a putty knife to apply plaster compound to a damaged area.

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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 in Melbourne

Plaster repair southbank

$250

Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

20th Oct 2026

Hi, I'm looking for a competitive quote for plasterboard repairs at my apartment in Southbank, following a new split-system air-conditioning installation. Work includes: * Finishing and correcting a long horizontal row of plasterboard patches beneath the air-conditioning unit. * Reinstating two rectangular ceiling access openings. * Proper joint taping, stopping, sanding and finishing ready for painting. * Optional separate price for full paint of 50sqm (less bathroom) apartment including skirting board reinstatement - detils TBC. I have six photos showing the work required. Could you please provide an approximate fixed-price quote, including materials, GST and any return visits, and advise your earliest availability? Thanks, Rob.

Plaster repairs

$200

Windsor VIC 3181, Australia

20th Oct 2026

I need a few small rectangular holes and damaged patches in a plaster wall repaired. The holes are from previously installed wall fittings/cable outlets that have been removed. No paint touch ups required.

Plaster repair

$1,050

Docklands VIC 3008, Australia

18th Oct 2026

Provide labour, materials, equipment and supervision to reinstate the damaged and previously removed ceiling plasterboard within Apartment 515. The works include preparation of the existing damaged areas, removal of loose or unsuitable plasterboard where required, installation of supporting members or backing where reasonably necessary, supply and installation of replacement plasterboard, joint treatment and stopping, sanding, priming, painting of the affected ceiling areas and final cleanup. Multiple attendances are allowed for due to installation, setting, drying, sanding, painting and finishing requirements Ceiling Plasterboard Reinstatement & Finishing Works Protect surrounding areas and prepare all existing ceiling openings and damaged plasterboard for reinstatement. Remove loose or unsuitable material as required and provide additional backing, framing or support where necessary. Supply and install suitable plasterboard to reinstate the affected ceiling areas, including works around existing services and adjoining finishes. Tape, set, stop and sand all repaired areas, allowing for required drying and return attendances between coats. Prime and paint repaired ceiling areas to achieve a consistent finish with surrounding surfaces, including final touch-ups. Remove all work-generated waste and leave the area clean and presentable on completion.

Plaster repairs

$100

Brunswick VIC, Australia

15th Oct 2026

Repair plaster where room has had a slight restructure following gas heater removal. Plastic board to be added to one section and plaster repair to others.

Went above and beyond. Thanks Ron.

Toliet roll holder replace hole in plasterboard and reattach

$200

Prahran VIC 3181, Australia

14th Oct 2026

Toliet roll holder has ripped off wall leaving a hole in plaster board approx 10cms wide - hole needs to be filled and painted and then the holder needs to be reattached

Fix hole in the wall

$180

Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

12th Oct 2026

Hole in the wall needs to be fixed

Thanks for the great work done , appreciate it

Repair plaster on doors

$200

Elwood VIC 3184, Australia

9th Oct 2026

Patch holes in plaster doors, likely using mesh patches for reinforcement.

Plaster patching / repair

$150

Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia

8th Oct 2026

Need plaster holes in kids bedroom patched - there is also surrounding cracking. Doesn’t need to be perfect as we will reno next year but it’s beyond my skill

Darren was fantastic, took great care with his work and followed up. He even came back promptly where there was a small issue ( not related to his work) and re did the patching. Would highly recommend.

Fix plaster on ceiling

$500

South Melbourne VIC 3205, Australia

8th Oct 2026

Plaster fix on a high ceiling (will need scaffolding). Patch and paint. Damaged area to be replaced around 1200x700 and plaster looks like 13mm.

Patch plaster chip in rental

$100

Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

8th Oct 2026

Plaster has chipped off the wall in our rental when removing a frame. The chip is 6cm long, 5cm wide. The wall is a white plaster finish with a hand-trowelled feel. The surface is matte and slightly chalky and has soft dimples.

Darren fixed a chipped plaster spot in my property so efficiently and did a perfect job. He even helped with an extra paint job I had while he was there. Highly recommend Darren’s services! Will definitely be rebooking for future work. Thanks, Darren!

Repair plaster wall

$300

Essendon North VIC 3041, Australia

7th Oct 2026

Repair damaged plaster wall. There are multiple scratched/gouged areas on a wall that have been damaged by a dog. The damage does not go all the way through the wall.

Great service!! Very happy would use again

Wall hole repair

$100

Coburg VIC 3058, Australia

3rd Oct 2026

Hole in wall repair. I have no paint

Christian did angood job in repairing my wall. He took his time to make sure I am satisfied with the service. Trustworthy person. I will hire his service again in the future.

Plaster repair and paint

$150

Northcote VIC 3070, Australia

3rd Oct 2026

Hi, I need a local handyperson or plasterer for a quick patch-and-paint job. •3 x small paint chips and 3 larger paint chips (biggest is 7cm x 7cm) - requiring filling and sand flat. • poor attempt at patching has occurred • Paint area • Paint provided: | already have the matching original wall paint on-site. • Materials: Please bring your own plaster/filler, sandpaper, primer, and basic painting tools (brush/roller).

Excellent workmanship and great attention to detail. The plastering and painting were completed to a very high standard, and the finished result looks amazing. Professional, reliable, and easy to work with. Highly recommended!

Ceiling plaster repair

$300

Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia

26th Sep 2026

Ceiling Plaster Repair – Water-Damaged Section Looking for an experienced plasterer/handyman to repair a section of damaged ceiling plaster. The damage was caused by a leak from the bathroom above. The leak has now been fixed, so this job is for repairing the ceiling only. The damaged area is approximately 110 cm long × 70 cm wide. The cornice does not need to be restored. Please include all materials and labour in your offer. Painting can be quoted separately if you also provide painting services. Photos of the damaged area are attached. Location: Brunswick, VIC.

I don't think I have come across anyone so dedicated to their work and punctual and someone who cares more about the quality of work than the money part of it. Thank you Maytar.

Plaster repair

$375

Ascot Vale VIC 3032, Australia

7th Sep 2026

I need some plasterboard repairs completed in preparation for painting; most of which is a result of an air conditioner installation completed recently

5/5 work completed exactly as promised

Fix hole in plasterboard

$100

Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia

20th Aug 2026

We have a hole in our plasterboard in the kitchen that needs to be fixed/patched. The area to be patched is approximately 10cm x 10cm.

Great communication and a great job. Highly recommended!

Plaster patch and paint

$350

Prahran VIC 3181, Australia

1st Aug 2026

Hi, I need to have a number of holes in a plaster wall patched and painted (I fell down the stairs 😅). I’ll attach images for reference. One larger hole and two smaller from where the railing came off the wall. I have the paint already but will require you to have all other equipment/tools.

Incredible communication, attention to detail and speed. Highly recommend. Thanks so much Rohit!

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 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!

Fix holes in walls

$150

Cremorne VIC 3121, Australia

27th Jul 2026

I have a few holes cut into my walls from electrical repairs, just need to have the holes re plastered so I can then paint over them

Thanks Roy! Amazing work, will hire again for more plastering needs! Great work, communication, efficient and punctual.