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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

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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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Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Fine Finishes By Faunce
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Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Basement was dark and bright bold colors. Mr. Faunce made the basement look brand new again! Whole basement is white now and nothing showing through. Very professional and made sure I was happy with the project."
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SUPER NOVA HOLDING GROUP LLC
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Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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"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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RT Greene Construction
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Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

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"Robert repaired a drywall ceiling and did an excellent job. He also repaired a a leak in our roof. Communication was great and work performed efficiently."
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Response time2 days
Response rate90%
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SM Renovation Group, LLC
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Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

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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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Response time7 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by53%of homeowners
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B&S Home Improvement Environmental Universal General Services, LLC
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Serving Dover, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

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"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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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

It’s not a good idea to plaster over broken plaster (unless by broken you’re referring to cracked, in which case that’s perfectly fine). However, broken plaster can be a sign of a larger underlying issue like foundation damage or severe damage to the lath holding up the plaster, so it’s worth investigating before you simply plaster on top of the damage.

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.

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.

While it’s most common to sand plaster dry, it is possible to wet-sand plaster, too. Doing so can reduce the amount of plaster dust released into the air and make it easier to work in smaller, more delicate areas (such as around wall trim). However, some people find that wet sanding leads to more imperfections, which is why larger walls are more often dry sanded to ensure an even finish.

To maintain plaster walls, inspect them regularly for cracks and seal them early. Clean the walls by dusting regularly or using a gentle, damp cloth. It's also important to avoid moisture exposure. Repainting as needed will help maintain the wall's appearance and longevity.

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