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Avatar for Nugent Plastering
Nugent Plastering
4.7(
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Serving Hercules, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"If you need plaster/stucco work you absolutely could not do better than these master craftsmen. Given the quality of the work, you get a great bang for your buck. The owner could not possibly have been more knowledgeable, personable, nor reasonable."
Wood siding
Dry rot
Wood siding
Paper and wire lath
Scratch coat

+28

Response time2 days
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Guerras Lathing & Plastering
Guerras Lathing & Plastering
5.0(
13
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Hercules, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great company to work with. Excellent knowledge of materials and applications. Skilled labor that will give you a beautiful end result. Always on time(earlier than the arrived time). They take there time to set up plastic and ram board to protect all the finish surfaces in the house. You can find a cheaper guy buy you’ll pay more to get Mr Guerras Lathing and Plastering to fix the other guys work!!!! Highly recommend Guerras Lathing and Plastering for all small or big projects. Just awesome work will be booking him for my other three projects!!!"
Response time10 hrs
Response rate99%
Avatar for MENACI DESIGN DRYWALL The King Of Drywall
MENACI DESIGN DRYWALL The King Of Drywall
4.8(
146
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Hercules, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would recommend Menaci Drywall Design to anyone looking for home repair work. They were quick to reply and answer questions, get info on what work needed to be done and scheduled an appointment to come do work. From first contact to completion was done in 3 days due to it being over Thanksgiving, had it been a regular week I believe it would have been done even sooner. The friendly and professional service is much appreciated!"
Drywall Project
Drywall Project
Drywall Project
Drywall Project
Wood Paneling Removal

+28

Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Boss Lady Drywall
Boss Lady Drywall
4.9(
10
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Hercules, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tiffany's crew is awesome. They did a large drywall project for us smoothing and removing a heavy drywall texture in 4 bedrooms. They were fast, efficient and did a beautiful job with our drywall. They even finished several days earlier than anticipated. I highly recommend Tiffany and her team. A+"
Urgent Care Center
Ceiling patch
Complete drywall install shed #1
 wall was  replaced with new board then finished
Finished Patch - Installed drywall and textured to match

+40

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Costello Plastering
4.3(
9
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Hercules, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I'm going to have him come out and do a second bid but I haven't had him do any work for us. The bid that he gave us covered the information that he felt was appropriate. I didn't find on it some of the technical stuff like the wire or vapor barrier or some of the things that would be useful for someone having stucco put on a house. He didn't list the thickness that was going to be used. He did mention that he was going to apply the drivit finish on all the walls and skim coat with poly bond. He was fabulous and very helpful. He showed some things and spoke a lot. There are things that I want him to rebid. He shot me the original bid very fast. He just needs to give some added information."
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Avatar for A Better Choice Painting
A Better Choice Painting
4.1(
557
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Hercules, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Guys did a great job as promised.  Took advantage of a $999 special; an additional $300 for extra exterior door painting.  Approximately $1000 in paint necessary but we chose top quality paint in lieu of having Better Choice select paint.  House was power washed and some trim replaced prior to painting.  Some delays due to the high temperatures we experienced that pushed out the job a couple of times.
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Exterior Painting
Interior Painting
Wall Art
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Valenz Construction
4.4(
157
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Hercules, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

"Excellent! We are very pleased. They identified the problem as poor quality paint used years ago, scraped and re-plastered all the damaged areas as well as primer on all ceilings. Looks fantastic! Lumpy walls and ceiling are smooth and look like new. Owner and workmen were courteous, flexible, clean and quiet. They did a lot of little extras that we had not thought of. The house looks amazing and we are very happy with their service. Their bid was over 4 times lower than another high rated contractor."
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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

Although they have similar applications, spackle and joint compound are not the same. Their primary differences lie in their composition, consistency, and ideal use cases.

Spackle is composed of gypsum and binding agents, making it thicker than joint compound. It dries quickly and is easy to sand, which makes it ideal for small wall repair projects like filling nail holes or patching minor damage.

Joint compound, also known as drywall mud, consists of limestone and gypsum. It is primarily used for large-scale projects, such as taping and finishing the seams on newly installed drywall. It tends to shrink more than spackle and can be more difficult to spread.

While both products can be used to fill small depressions and cracks, spackle cannot replace joint compound for taping and mudding new drywall. Conversely, you can often use joint compound for small patching jobs typically done with spackle.

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.

There are several warning signs that a ceiling crack is connected to a larger issue. For starters, if the crack is wider than 1/8 inch or longer than 12 inches, you might have a more serious problem. The same applies if you have multiple smaller cracks or cracks going across the ceiling and down the wall. In any of these situations, you should ask a professional to assess the damage.

Whether you can install or repair plaster yourself depends on the project's size and your comfort level with DIY projects. It's possible to handle small repairs on your own, but for larger projects like a room restoration or a full installation, it's often best to hire a local plaster professional. The final appearance, even coverage, and durability of the plaster depend heavily on proper wall preparation and application. If you are not 100% confident in your ability to achieve a professional result, letting an expert handle the job is a worthwhile investment.

In most cases, plaster repair will improve your home’s energy efficiency because a solid barrier of the insulative material helps keep conditioned air inside your home. Major plaster repair jobs like repairing large cracks or crumbling sections of plaster or applying a skim coat might make a noticeable difference in your heating and cooling bills. Not only can plaster repairs improve efficiency, but they can also reduce strain on your HVAC equipment, potentially saving you money on maintenance and repairs.

The Hercules, CA homeowners’ guide to plaster repairs

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