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Lee's drywall and plaster repair
4.9(
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Serving San Clemente, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mr Lee was great to work with. He showed up on time and his work was terrific. Afterwards he made sure to clean up everywhere he worked so you couldn’t even tell he was here (except for the repaired work). He replaced drywall from a plumbing issue and also fixed some holes we had in drywall."
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+9

Response time12 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Ram Drywall
4.4(
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Serving San Clemente, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They showed up on time, did an excellent job quickly, and used plastic to protect furniture and carpet. I would hire them again and would recommend them to anyone needing drywall/plaster repair."
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Tape & Finish
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Tape & Finish

+33

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Mg drywall usa
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Serving San Clemente, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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"Quality services, reasonable price, and completed job ahead of schedule. Rep was very professional and even washed down the property when finished. Would definitely recommend this company to anyone needing drywall services"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Cody Ellis Drywall
4.5(
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Serving San Clemente, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cody impressed me right from the start. On the day he was to start the work, he actually showed up 15 minutes early! Unfortunately my experience has been workers often are very late, or are a no show. He was professional and kind. He did a wonderful job with the drywall, I was extremely pleased with it. He worked in my garage, and it was terribly hot, but never complained. I was surprised when he finished the job in just two days! He worked very hard and I would hire him again if needed."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
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System 1 Acoustic Ceiling Removal
4.8(
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Serving San Clemente, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1978

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Pedro did a great job at repairing my drywall and removing popcorn from my ceiling. The team at System 1 Interiors is very professional and is genuinely interested in doing a good job for its customers. I highly recommend this company."
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+19

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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The Great Wall Company
5.0(
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Serving San Clemente, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

The Great Wall Company was founded to give you a trustworthy, reliable drywall patching & installation service. The Great Wall Company is a family-owned contractor established to give homeowners, tenants and landlords a reliable drywall patching service you can trust.\n\nOver the years, we noticed that most contractors, and even the average handyman, wouldn’t make time for small drywall repair jobs. We know how important keeping your home looking good is to you and we’re here to help. \n\nBased on these many years of experience, we’ve been able to refine the process of professional drywall repair to ensure top-quality, seamless results every time. We perform drywall repairs quickly and efficiently, with little to no mess left behind.\n\nAs a local company, we’re proud to share this expertise with our neighbors. \n\nThe Great Wall Company will repair drywall holes of all shapes and sizes. From water damage on your ceiling to drywall cracks and holes, we are always here to help. Our team is dedicated to restoring your walls and ceilings to like-new condition, no matter how big or small the damage is.\n\n- Free In-home or Virtual Estimate\n- Fixed Price to Avoid Unexpected Costs\n- Arrive and Complete the Job On Time\n- Strong Attention to Detail\n- Experienced & Friendly Technicians\n- No Job Is Too Small

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+20

Response time5 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

Applying plaster to a wall will usually cost between $2 and $10 per square foot for both the material and labor. The cost will vary based on the quality of the plaster you’re using and whether or not prep work is required before the work begins. Wall prep can add up to about 10% to your total costs. Plastering exterior walls can be more expensive in many cases because they are taller and require scaffolding and safety equipment.

Plastering and skimming are two different techniques for finishing walls. Plastering involves applying a thick layer of a plaster mixture—typically containing gypsum, lime, cement, sand, and water—to create a new surface. This process often requires multiple coats and is used for repairing significant damage or creating decorative textures. Skimming, on the other hand, is a technique that involves applying a thin layer of drywall compound or joint compound over an existing surface to smooth it out, covering minor imperfections, small cracks, or uneven textures for a polished look. Plastering is generally more costly and labor-intensive than skimming. Although some people use the terms interchangeably, they refer to different processes and materials.

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.

You can usually tell if you have plaster or drywall by touch (plaster is harder, colder, and smoother than drywall) or by tapping on it (drywall sounds hollow, plaster does not). If you still cannot tell, peek under an outlet cover and check the cut edges. The rough edges show the composition of the wall. You will see either drywall (two paper sheets sandwiching gypsum material) or only plaster material (no paper sheets).

All plaster walls will crack over time due to normal house settling and expansion and contraction from temperature and moisture changes. Small, thin hairline cracks are generally not serious and are mostly a cosmetic issue. However, larger or more significant cracks can indicate structural problems.

Here's how to tell the difference:

  • Cosmetic Cracks: Cracks that are 0.5 cm (0.2 inches) or thinner are typically cosmetic.

  • Structural Cracks: Cracks wider than 0.5 cm, excessive or deep cracks, multiple cracks in the same area, or cracks that span around corners can signify a structural or foundation issue. Cracks along the joints where walls meet the ceiling also warrant attention.

For cracks wider than 0.5 cm, structural repair is needed. If a crack is 2.5 cm (1 inch) or wider, or if you notice any signs of a structural problem, it is best to contact a plaster repair professional to assess the damage.

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