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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Recent Plaster Repair reviews in Melbourne

Was a really good experience, would recommend

Plaster repair

$200

Very quick, honest and helpful Very happy with work and result

Small plaster repair on wall

$50

Incredibly detailed and great workmanship

Repair plaster hole

$100

Paul did a conscientious job, really thorough. Recommend.

Patch & repair plaster and sanding

$150

Darren is very skilled, friendly and helpful. 5 stars. He fixed our walls in no time. Thanks Darren

Minor plaster repair (internal walls)

$80

Fantastic. Very good and thorough. Excellent job

Plaster repair

$100

What's the average cost of a plaster repair contractor in Melbourne

$182 - $400

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$182

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$255

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$400

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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

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

Repair plaster wall

$150

Coburg VIC, Australia

30th Jun 2025

I need my plaster wall repaired, it has a hole in it after an accident.

Plaster Repairs & Paint

$400

Armadale VIC, Australia

30th Jun 2025

We have 35 hooks that need removing from the walls, the holes patched and painted. You will need to provide the paint. There is also 1 area that needs alot of attention.

Steven was amazing! He was friendly, attentive and punctual. I’d recommend him to anyone and will use him again.

Plaster repair and painting stair well very high wall at some parts

$200

Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia

26th Jun 2025

Patch up small dents and hole in plaster and stairwell wall to be painted at some points the wall is quite high so will need skill or step ladder that can go on stairs

Plaster repair

$1,500

North Melbourne VIC 3051, Australia

26th Jun 2025

Damage to internal walls due to roof leak Work required: Remove loose paint and plaster (bedroom walls and part of lounge wall) Repair hard plaster Repaint (colour "whisper White")

Plaster repair & paint

$300

Fairfield VIC, Australia

22nd Jun 2025

Hi, I need a qualified plasterer or handyman to repair a hole in a plasterboard wall in my bedroom (approx. 30cm x 40cm). The wall is standard white but I don’t know the original paint colour. Looking for someone who can: • Cut out and repair the plaster properly (flush/feathered finish) • Prepare it for painting • Either colour-match and paint the patch area to blend in or advise best option My budget is around $250 to $400 for a quality plaster repair and paint job, including colour matching. Please include all materials in your offer or let me know if I should supply anything. Located in Fairfield, VIC. Can be a little flexible with timing – but ideally hope to have it done within the next week. Thanks!

Great bloke and he did an excellent job. No doubt we’ll have him back for other jobs in the future!

Plaster repair

$100

Elwood VIC 3184, Australia

21st Jun 2025

Repair damage to plaster ledge

Completed job as advertised, good result

Plaster repair

$100

Carlton VIC, Australia

12th Jun 2025

Frame will be off Only need to patch the hole. No painting required

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

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Electrical, plaster repair

$400

Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia

27th May 2025

Repositiin of router and power supply. Some minor plaster repair

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!!!

“Fix a Hole in a Wall - Plaster Repair Needed”

$300

Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia

21st May 2025

There is a hole in a plasterboard wall that needs repair. The task includes filling, smoothing, and matching the existing paint or finishing. Please bring your own tools and materials.

Amazing work!! The wall looks neat with smooth finishing and clean edges, especially around the door frames and switch.Great effort overall

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 chips

$150

Langridge Ward VIC, Australia

28th Apr 2025

Repair small damage to plasterboard in four places

Darren was easy to communicate with, punctual and is an expert at everything needed to leave a rental place in good condition. Would recommend him for any jobs requiring painting and plastering, small or large.

Repair plaster install child gate

$100

South Melbourne VIC, Australia

25th Apr 2025

A child gate was installed and has damaged the plaster. The plaster needs to be repaired and child gate installed again properly so it doesn’t damage the plaster. Have instructions about how gate is to be put together.

Dennis did an awesome job

Repair plaster in toilet

$200

St Kilda East, Victoria

23rd Apr 2025

50cm square of finishing plaster has come away from cement render on wall in toilet. Please send quote

Great guy, very friendly helpful, good advice. The work was to a very high standard and was happy to check in the following day. Highly recommend

Repair plaster wall and paint

$150

Cremorne VIC, Australia

17th Apr 2025

Repair hole in plaster wall and paint white . I will provide the wall paint.

Fantastic job. Extremely helpful and knowledgeable. Highly recommend Gabrielle. Thankyou so much!!

Plasterer - finish off about 20 of these plaster repairs and paint.

$250

Alphington VIC, Australia

13th Apr 2025

Hi there. I need someone who is good at plastering to fill all these patches and sand with a dustless vacuum sander so it is ready to paint. There are around 20 patches in total. This is for an outside bungalow conversion. The new small wall also needs to be finished off around the joins and edges. I made a start but struggling for time. Also about six or so patches that still need to be hung. I have plenty of plaster and tape and some top coat . Can also talk about doing the painting if you’re interested. If I can’t find the right person with reasonable rates, there are about another 10 to 15 patches inside the house to do. I just put a nominal price in for the task so just let me know what your price would be. Thanks

Plaster repair wall cracks

$250

Coburg VIC 3058, Australia

2nd Mar 2025

I need a plasterer to repair 4 wall cracks in my dining area. Cracks are due to house movement.

Gary is prompt, efficient, did a great job, easy to deal with.

Plaster repair

$150

St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia

10th Feb 2025

Water damage to wall and cornice needs repair

David’s work was really professional and timely. After photos are before painting