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Easy to deal with, no issues and happy with result. They even cleaned up which is rare for many trades so points there also.

Plaster repair

$500

Great work, friendly person, really helped and pleasure to deal with :)

Repair plaster/ drywall and paint

$70

Great job!!

Patch repair plaster

$300

David was great! Great communication and excellent work fixing up a hole in the wall. Very professional and friendly.

Plaster repairs - powerpoint hole

$100

Great job. Prompt efficient no fuss. Highly recommended

Plaster repair

$100

5 star service

Repair plaster and paint

$175

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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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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

$500

Maidstone VIC, Australia

17th Feb 2025

2 bid holes and a few patch jobs. I have the laint after plaster is repaired

Repair plasterboard wall

$500

Browns Plains QLD, Australia

17th Feb 2025

I need to repair this plasterboard wall , plasterboard is directly stuck onto brick. There is an internal on the right and an external angle on the left, JOB needs to be done from 7 am Saturday at Centrelink , Browns Plains

Gutter cleaning, kill stumps, repair plaster wall

$400

Innaloo WA, Australia

17th Feb 2025

gutter cleaning and check for leaks, repair water damaged walls in bathroom and bedroom, kill stumps

Repair plaster and paint

$400

Northcote VIC, Australia

17th Feb 2025

Reinstate plaster, paint ect Must be professional

Plaster repair

$50

Keilor East VIC, Australia

17th Feb 2025

Small section of plaster needs to be patched due to a hole. Approx 8 x 8cms

Plaster Repair

$300

Boronia VIC 3155, Australia

17th Feb 2025

Need this patched sanded and painted

Repair plasterboard hole in ceiling

$500

Bondi Junction NSW, Australia

17th Feb 2025

Repair a plasterboard hole in ceiling. Location is Bondi Junction. Hole is roughly 4000 x 500. Preference is to have this completed by Sunday.

Need wall plaster repair

$200

Boronia VIC 3155, Australia

15th Feb 2025

Need a small hole patched on our internal wall plaster

Exceptional quality and eye for detail

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

Plaster Repair

$500

Rowville VIC, Australia

8th Feb 2025

We have two holes in our ceiling that needs plastering, patch and paint. We have the paint. Hole 1 : 750x750mm Hole 2 : 500x500 mm

Amazing work! Highly recommended- thank you for your fantastic work!

Plaster repair & moulding on external pillar

$500

Brighton VIC, Australia

1st Feb 2025

Moulding collar on external pillar needs repair. See photo.

We had a tricky job request and weren’t sure what to expect but the result is excellent. I’ll post before and after photos. It now needs painting but Zelman worked patiently over several days to achieve this result. Highly recommend him.

Plaster repair

$750

Black Rock VIC 3193, Australia

29th Jan 2025

We need to replace / patch three small areas of plaster. The first at our entryway; another powerpoint sized hole and the third a tidy if a poorly plastered wall. Need the job completed asap. Ideally this week but no later than Tuesday.

Thank you so much! Prompt and reliable! Great workmanship 🙏

Repair plasterboard and mount towel rail

$250

Bulimba QLD 4171, Australia

26th Jan 2025

The bottom towel rail in the ensuite has fallen off the wall. It is the original when the units were built 11 years ago and I am surprised it has lasted this long as in my opinion the plugs are not substainsial enough to hold the weight. I need the holes repaired and the towel rail remounted. I can take care of the painting. Sorry, forgot to mention that I also want the towel rail above checked because I don't want the same thing happening to it and to put in more substaintial plugs if necessary.

PJ was excellent. He turned up on time and did the work like it was his house. I have no hesistation in recommending him.

Plaster repair

$100

Greenbank QLD, Australia

19th Jan 2025

We have a kitchen exhaust fan that needs some plaster/repair work. The old owners of the house did some patch work but it was not completed. I'm looking for an experienced plasterer to fix this so it looks as though it was never there.

Calum did a great plaster repair on our property. He was has great communication and a fair price. Thanks for you help mate! I recommend him.

Hole in ceiling plaster repair

$450

Nerang QLD 4211, Australia

18th Jan 2025

We had plumbing work done and to access the bathroom upstairs they had to cut a whole in our ceiling. We need to plaster the hole.

Mik was great super helpful and did a great job.

Urgent - Small plaster repair

$70

Bentleigh East VIC 3165, Australia

17th Jan 2025

We need two small plaster repairs, where the plaster had come away from the wall. We are moving out of out rental preoperty so we need this done urgently.

Gabrielle was fast and efficient, and his work is first rate.

Cieling plaster repaired and curtrain rod affixed

$150

Newtown NSW, Australia

6th Jan 2025

Anchor point in plaster cieling for curtrain rod failed and tore out a patch of plaster. Need the plaster repaired and a new anchor point installed for curtain rod.

There was some difficulty getting hold of Fernando initially but once that was resolved he was quick to attend and complete the job

Plaster repairs and painting in City apartment

$200

Chinatown District VIC 3000, Australia

4th Jan 2025

I need someone to quote and repair/repaint my apartment plaster walls. Not all walls are listed below. Please take a look at the photos below for a glance. Task 1: re-paint/clean scuff on 3 walls, total area est. 100 cm2. Task 2: repair the damaged wall edge, see picture no. 2 attached. Wall colour Lexicon Half - VW PN2A1 from Dulux https://www.bunnings.com.au/dulux-100ml-lexicon-half-sample-pot_p1420593?srsltid=AfmBOoq6iSjnaj9eMklEYNW8ZB_J2Ne5sUcRhix5o97Qi772Mpt_LyTR

Dennis is punctual and done the repair and paint work beautifully at a very reasonable price. Would recommend hin to everyone.

Plaster repair

$60

Leopold VIC 3224, Australia

30th Dec 2024

Need to repair and paint two small holes in garage

Jarrod was great to work with. Arrived on time, was keen and friendly, and did an excellent job. Thanks!

Plaster repairs in wall

$100

Hillcrest QLD 4118, Australia

16th Dec 2024

I have recently completed some alterations to my laundry and now I need some plasterboard repairs completed to the splashback prior to tiling. The corner at the right side edge of sink needs to remain as I do not wish to fix the corner or repaint. The tiles we are using are 100mm x 200mm subway tiles so unfortunately we can't just tile over the damage. The repairs need to be suitable for toles, so flat and neat finish but not blemish free.

Great work, efficient, and punctual.