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Avatar for Saints Property Solutions, LLC
Saints Property Solutions, LLC
4.9(
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For Business

Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent service. Prompt and efficient. My porch was a major job that needed to done over. It looks totally brand new. They were able to restore my wrought iron railings. This was the third job they have completed for."
Response time2 days
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Fabiano's Construction
4.8(
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

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 time4 days
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Trejo
4.3(
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"He did a good job, but his weed Wacker broke down and he stated he will return today. I am buying a lawnmower this week and my grandson said he will do the weed wacky for me. Thanks for doing what you were able to do."
Drywall Patch
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HOME Improvement
5.0(
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Repair

Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

"Ashot was very professional and worked fast. He was friendly and fixed my bifold basement doors and assembled my firplace tv console along with some shelving. I will be hiring him for other jobs in the near future."
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4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Fine Finishes By Faunce
5.0(
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Repair

Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

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."
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Doyle Drywall Co
4.7(
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

"He hasn't come yet, so I can't say anything more. This is October 12. He came on October 8 to look things over and said he would email an estimate. So, at this point, we are awaiting his email and will decide whether to hire him or not. He was very pleasant and I hope we can engage his work. This is all I can report at this time, obviously."
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

You can skim coat plaster, but it’s better to repair the plaster itself. A skim coat is a thin coat of drywall joint compound spread over the surface of a wall. The result is a flat finish that looks pleasing, but part of the appeal of plaster is its imperfections and aesthetic. Skim coating is best when limited to drywall applications.

Smaller is better when patching holes with spackle. Any holes wider than four to six inches in diameter tend to be too wide to repair with spackle alone. You'll likely want to patch bigger holes with a drywall panel. 

Even holes measuring up to 6 inches may be challenging to fill with spackle alone. For best results, purchase a wall repair patch made from wire mesh. Cut the patch to fit over the hole, then use the spackle to hold it in place. Apply the spackle over the patch as you would for a smaller hole.

If the holes in the plaster are small, you can fill them with layers of patching plaster until they’re filled. After it dries, you can sand the plaster and paint over it. If the hole is much larger, consider using bonding plaster first and then a layer of patching plaster, completing the process with sanding and a layer of paint.

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