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Top-Rated Plaster repair specialists in Goleta - Updated Nov 2026

Cynthia C. Valles
3.4(
12
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Goleta, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Valles is A Plastering. Joaquin and crew are hardworking and honest. Didn’t have to worry about anything going missing or being overcharged. (They bring their own porta- potty, so no workmen need to come in the house) They want to do things right and are very versatile at fixing things they come across that need fixed. My house is very old, so there were things like dry rot, termite damage, drainage issues and several other things that needed addressed and were. Stucco work is excellent. Very capable. Very professional. Paid attention to detail and cleaned up after themselves every day. Really appreciated that. Feels like I have a brand new house that is so beautiful and looks like I had imagined it would. My neighbors really like it too."
Call (805) 315-2517
Response time1 day
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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ZVN Drywall
5.0(
16
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Goleta, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am remodeling my bathroom and needed drywall and texturing done. I contacted ZVN for an estimate and Zefe was here the next day. We went over the project, agreed on a competitive cost and ZVN shortly started the work. Zefe completed the work within a few days and made sure that the project matched my expectations. The replaced drywall matched perfect and the texturing of the entire bathroom made the room look brand new as if it had originally been built that way. Zefe strives for the customers’ satisfaction and is easy to work with. His many years of experience were evident in the completed project. ZVN was always responsive and completed the project on time as estimated."
Handymen Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Handymen Project
Handymen Project
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+30

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Humberto Veloz
5.0(
12
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Goleta, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Umberto is the guy to use for stucco and plaster. He is responsive and professional. His work product is excellent at a very competitive price. He was out to my house within two days of accepting the work and had the stucco work done in a few hours. I know enough about stucco to know he did it right, and that I will not have leak issues later on. Again, great work at a good price."
Ojai California Home
Ojai California Home
WOOD PATIO FLOOR
SMOOTH FINISH HOME AND PATIO
Smooth finish

+7

Response time9 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Repipe Pro
5.0(
20
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Goleta, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Workers showed up on time (actually early) and began work quickly. Immediately remedied incorrect work performed as a result of a miscommunication without question. Protected my home from damage while work was being performed. Accurately communicated additional work to be performed when problems were discovered. Finished all work in the timeframe promised, cleaned up properly and completed all patchwork to my satisfaction. The owner, Art, is friendly, professional and quoted a fair price. I will definitely recommend REPIPE PRO to my family and friends."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Plaster Repair FAQs, answered by experts

Regular inspections and cleaning to prevent moisture or pest issues.

You can skim coat plaster, but it’s better to repair the plaster itself. A skim coat is a thin coat of drywall joint compound spread over the surface of a wall. The result is a flat finish that looks pleasing, but part of the appeal of plaster is its imperfections and aesthetic. Skim coating is best when limited to drywall applications.

You can technically just paint over hairline cracks in plaster since these cracks are often harmless, but this will mostly be a waste of paint. Paint will only hide the hairline crack for a few months before it shows up again. The best solution is to repair the crack with flexible filler or joint compound before repainting.

If the holes in the plaster are small, you can fill them with layers of patching plaster until they’re filled. After it dries, you can sand the plaster and paint over it. If the hole is much larger, consider using bonding plaster first and then a layer of patching plaster, completing the process with sanding and a layer of paint.

Yes, you can install drywall over plaster, but there are important factors to consider. While it can create a smooth, flat surface, it is often not the best approach. Installing drywall over plaster will increase the wall's thickness, which can cause issues with existing window and door frames that may no longer fit. You might also need to adjust power outlets to keep them accessible. A better, though more expensive, option is to remove the old plaster and lath entirely before installing new drywall. Drywalling directly over plaster seals in the old material, and if any problems arise later, you will need to remove both layers down to the structural beams for repairs. Given the potential complications, this job is best handled by professionals.

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