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

Avatar for Nugent Plastering
Nugent Plastering
4.7(
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Lafayette, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kevin is very professional and knowledgeable about stucco wall installation and repair. He is a true expert in anything related to stucco. He presented us with a reasonable estimate after he assessed the damaged exterior wall. His timeline from start to end of project was on target (about 1 month). The work crew is very punctual, hardworking and cleans up the area nicely after each day. Kevin and his team updated us daily on the project so that we knew what to expect next. Nugent Plastering did great work on my new stucco wall and we will consider hiring Nugent Plastering for future projects"
Wood siding
Dry rot
Wood siding
Paper and wire lath
Scratch coat

+28

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

Serving Lafayette, 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%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
California State Plastering
New to Angi
Plaster - RepairPlaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Lafayette, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

At California State Plastering , we pride ourselves on providing quality service that customers can believe in. Whether it's plaster repairs, plaster installs or general plastering service, we can take care of all of your plaster needs. Ask us about our weekly service! We look forward to working with you!

27 neighbors recently requested a quote
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 Lafayette, 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 GoodFellas Construction – Bay Area
GoodFellas Construction – Bay Area
4.2(
184
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Lafayette, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

"Long story short, we finally got the courage to trust a company to remodel our master bathroom. Let's just say by having someone by our side, from helping us pick out tile flooring to new light fixtures. Aviv really made this a fun process and I will most definitely be hiring Goodfellas construction on future projects."
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Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Plaster Repair FAQs, answered by experts

Plaster is a beautiful finish but is labor-intensive to install and remove. It’s vulnerable to cracking and more sensitive to moisture variance than drywall. Installing plaster on a new wall is an expensive process that can take days to weeks, depending on the scope. Removing a plaster wall can also be quite expensive and time-consuming.

The tool you use to sand plaster will depend on the size of the project. If you’re just working on a small section of your wall to get rid of an uneven spot on the surface, hand-sanding might work. However, for larger projects, a drywall sander can make a huge difference when it comes to both time and elbow grease—and an orbital sander can help for detailed areas such as around ceiling fans.

Yes, you can apply new plaster over an existing plaster surface, such as a wall or ceiling, provided the old plaster is in good condition. Before you begin, check the stability of the existing plaster. The surface must be clean, free of loose material, and have no peeling paint. It is also recommended to roughen the surface slightly to promote adhesion. For older plaster, applying a base coat like a PVA emulsion or a specific bonding agent or primer is crucial. This step makes the existing plaster less porous and ensures the new and old layers adhere properly for a smooth, long-lasting finish.

While it is possible to repair minor plaster cracks or holes yourself, it is generally not recommended for larger jobs or if you want a professional result. Plaster repair can be difficult in practice; proper wall preparation and achieving a smooth, seamless finish that blends with the existing wall requires experience, especially on textured surfaces. Hiring a professional ensures the repair will be durable and last longer, potentially saving you money over time. A pro can also determine if the cracks are from normal expansion or a more serious underlying issue.

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.

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