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Fabiano's Construction
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Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Fabiano Construction did a great job repairing and replacing old basement stairs. They corrected work that was incorrectly done. I was very impressed with the workmanship and efficiency. The job was completed on time.They cleaned up and gave me nice spce. I can recommend without reservation."
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+6

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by69%of homeowners
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SUPER NOVA HOLDING GROUP LLC
5.0(
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Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Paul and Shaquana were great to work with to replace a portion of our sidewalk. Took a little longer than expected, due to an issue with the county that was out of their control. But they communicated well and completed the job with high quality. Would definitely recommend and use them again."
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Ohana Construction LLC
4.5(
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Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Experience was great! The work was professionally done and the wall I had repaired looks brand new like nothing ever happened. Communication was good and the cost was incredibly reasonable. I would absolutely use them again and recommend to others."
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+19

Response time3 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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RT Greene Construction
5.0(
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Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

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"Very kind and courteous of your time. Always cleaned up after themselves and even fixed some last minute areas we didnâ t know were there. On top of the drywall repairs they did a full paint of walls and ceilings and it looks great! Marker colored walls werenâ t able to be cleaned but they were able to find paint to cover up the remainder of my the marks and itâ s totally unnoticeable."
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+2

Response time2 days
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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SM Renovation Group, LLC
4.3(
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Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Forever After Renovations LLC did multiple jobs for me in a very short time at a very reasonable and affordable price! Their work is excellent and they were very good with cleaning up as they go which made my house very accessible wow getting much needed work done. I most definitely will be setting up an appointment to get a few other household projects done. My floors, drywall repairs and painting were done to my satisfaction and I'm loving the renovations made to my deck!"
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+3

Response time8 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by53%of homeowners
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B&S Home Improvement Environmental Universal General Services, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had an emergency service request where the faucet in my shower lost tracking and will not close. The water was running for an hour or so until someone gave me their number. I called them and within half hour someone showed up at my door with what was needed to fix the issue. I didnt know what was needed but they already knew the issue. They had me temporarily turn off the entire water system in my house, which was not a bother. But how swift they were actually amazed me. I was so grateful. Almost a month later, no issues, I am so glad they replaced that cartilage if thats what it's called."
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Delmarva Facility Maintenance Services LLC
5.0(
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Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Technician realized that our refrigerator was beyond repair and recommended a replacement. He made a great try, however, too many things and the age of the appliance were the determining factors"
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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

If your home was built before the 1940s and was not remodeled in the past 50 or so years, you probably have plaster walls. Aside from assuming, there are some practical ways to tell if you have plaster walls, including the following: If you knock on the wall and it feels solid, not hollow, if you can’t insert a thumbtack easily, if there are cracks that look like spiderwebs, or if your home has curved, arched, or swirled walls, doorways, or window openings.

If you have an unfinished basement or attic, you could examine the backs of any finished walls to check, too.

Plaster walls typically last between 30 and 70 years, but depending on the quality of the materials and the moisture levels in the building, they can last for over 100 years. With expert application and consistent maintenance, plaster can even last for centuries. To extend its lifespan, it is important to have the plaster professionally installed, address any water damage promptly, and repair small cracks as they appear. Regular inspections by a professional can help identify and address concerning cracks before they become significant issues.

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.

It may take a bit of patience and trial and error to match your particular drywall texture type when making repairs. For orange peel or knockdown finishes, use a spray texture product or a thinned joint compound applied with a roller or sponge. Practice on scrap drywall or cardboard first. Once dry, lightly sand and prime before painting.

Professionals diagnose underlying causes, such as structural shifts or moisture problems, and apply appropriate solutions like reinforcement, patching, or sealing. These measures restore wall integrity and prevent recurrence, ensuring long-term stability.

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