Can you drywall over plaster?

• <div><p>You can drywall over plaster, but there are some things to consider. First, installing drywall over plaster will increase the wall’s thickness. This could create challenges for window and door frames that no longer fit the wall’s thickness. You may also have to adjust power outlets so they are accessible. When done right, drywall can create a smooth, flat appearance, but it’s best when handled by professionals.</p></div>

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Last update on November 09, 2025

Reviewed in November 2024
I went with Discount Mechanical Heating and Plumbing Services again. The guys did a great job repairing my gas line despite the few hiccups we had with city inspectors which was not their fault. It is a very great company and very great employees and service to attention. I highly recommend them.
Discount Mechanical Heating & Plumbing Svc
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Reviewed in April 2015
Each time the repairs came to about $1800. The Ford V-10 had been worked on at another shop and turned out running badly afterward. Took it in to Moore and Son's and it gave them fits until they found the spark plug gap was wrong. They would not charge for the extra time it took to find the...
Moore & Son's Automotive
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Reviewed in October 2014
There have been several relatively minor issues with valves/parts with the sprinkler, mosquito control and French drain system. When I have called Superior to leave a message and report a problem, I generally do NOT get a call back until I have made several calls or sent several e-mails. This...
Superior Lawn Care And Landscaping
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Reviewed in February 2014
Troubleshooting mysterious water leak under the kitchen. Water coming out of the front door jam. Figured it out & repaired with the minimum of expense. Thank you, August West!
August West Construction
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Reviewed in October 2013
Fabulous! David was here in September for the piano tuning at at that time, we discussed that the felt on the music board needed replacing. I had the felt and David agreed to do the repair. He believed that he could procure a higher quality felt and did so, crediting me with the cost of the felt...
David's Piano Service
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Reviewed in April 2013
Prompt. Informative. Tried to figure out the problem over the phone. Flexible on hours. Gave advice to purchase parts and make repairs cheaply by ourselves and thus save money. Friendly honest service.
Dave The Appliance Guy
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Reviewed in September 2012
Randy did what was needed and told me about things that were also needing a fix. He asked to make the repairs before he did them. He uses quality parts and does not use temporary fixes. Done right the first time.
HILL'S REPAIR
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Reviewed in March 2012
They are excellent. Most recently they did a repair. The circuit board fried and they replaced it.
Moore Heating and Cooling
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Reviewed in September 2011
My car was having trouble starting and after taking it to another repair shop in town, I was told that nothing was wrong. I continued to have issues with my car starting and eventually took it to AA. The problem was diagnosed and estimated cost of repairs were given within a few hours. All...
A&A The Shop
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Reviewed in June 2011
Awesome. System checked out fine. No attempt to sell me anything!!! Very different from past experiences when tune-up was a scam to hit me with unneeded repairs. I will definitely use them in the future.
Paradise Heating & Cooling, Inc.
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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

Once you’ve contained the leak, the average cost to repair a ceiling ranges from $419 to $1,359. But small ceiling patches can cost around $150. The cost to fix a leak in the ceiling will depend on the size of the affected area and the extent of the damage. As always, a pro is the best person to give you a quote on your specific situation.

Costs depend on damage size, labor rates, and whether additional services like painting are required.

Your walls are likely cracking due to fluctuations in the temperature outside. Drywall tends to expand and contract when temperatures and humidity levels change, and this repeated movement can lead to cracks in your walls, particularly around door frames. If you have multiple diagonal cracks, you may want to have your foundation inspected, as cracks can also be a sign of a bigger issue.

Heat can help plaster dry faster, but it's very easy to get too much of a good thing. When exposed to high heat during the curing process, plaster can dry out too quickly, leading to cracks and affecting the material's integrity. The recommended drying temperature should be listed on the plaster's packaging. If possible, set the thermostat in the room to that temperature, but not any higher.

You can drywall over plaster, but there are some things to consider. First, installing drywall over plaster will increase the wall’s thickness. This could create challenges for window and door frames that no longer fit the wall’s thickness. You may also have to adjust power outlets so they are accessible. When done right, drywall can create a smooth, flat appearance, but it’s best when handled by professionals.

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