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Avatar for Fabiano's Construction
Fabiano's Construction
4.8(
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Repair

Serving Townsend, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Fabiano replaced the trim on my front door and other general home repairs. He is kind and respectful and very knowledgeable about contracting and using materials that are long lasting. His pricing is fair and the job is well done! Here are some before and after photos of my door!"
decks
decks
decks
decks
decks

+6

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Trejo
4.3(
8
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Townsend, 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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Fine Finishes By Faunce
5.0(
3
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Repair

Serving Townsend, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Jonathan was great. He called right away talked about the work needed, sent an estimate and scheduled the work within three days. He knew I needed the work done right away so he did the eork on Sunday just to work me in right away. He showed up a few minutes early, worked almost 8 hours and cleaned up when the work was done. I will call Jonathan again when needed!!"
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
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HOME Improvement
5.0(
2
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Repair

Serving Townsend, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

"Mr. Ashot did a great job. He was courteous, informative and professional. He also did a great job cleaning up after himself. I have every intention of using his services moving forward."
Kitchen
Awning
Ceiling Lights
Flooring
Gucci outlet

+3

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Doyle Drywall Co
4.7(
137
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Townsend, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

"Larry Doyle repaired the damage to the ceiling and wall. He installed new drywall in both areas and left it looking as if there had never been a leak. He came back twice following the repair to put additional coats of plaster over the new drywall and then smooth it out. He did an excellent job, and I would recommend him to anyone who needs this type of repair."
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Plastering Unlimited
4.1(
34
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Repair

Serving Townsend, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Paul was the only contractor that really evaluated our situation. I had paneling on a few walls that I wanted replaced with drywall. Paul checked and saw that drywall was under the panellng and didn't need new drywall. I had the paneling removed and the walls done with veneer plastering. Paul did an excellant job and was done in a few days. The walls were so smooth it looked like a mirror when the sunlight hit them. This dramatically changed the appearance of our home. I would recommend Paul to all my friends and relatives. He does excellant work!"
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+1

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Ohana Construction LLC
4.5(
59
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Plaster - RepairPlaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Townsend, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Fred Weiss was very pleasant and knowledgeable in my repair work with the ceiling. I had about 10 nail pops that had to be fixed and repainted. Fred did a great job. Would recommend to anyone. I thought he was reasonable too. I have other projects I will call Fred to help me out with those. It was a pleasure meeting you too"
PINE ST RENOVATION
HOME PICS
PINE ST RENOVATION
PINE ST RENOVATION
KITCHEN REMODEL

+19

Response time3 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

Plaster is a pretty tough surface, but it can still sustain damage from things like bumping against it, water issues, dampness, extreme humidity changes, and plain old age. Most plaster walls last hundreds of years and will only be taken down to the base layer when major repairs are required. Being cautious around the wall, not placing furniture against it, and ensuring stable humidity are all great ways to reduce possible damage.

You can technically just paint over hairline cracks in plaster since these cracks are often harmless, but this will mostly be a waste of paint. Paint will only hide the hairline crack for a few months before it shows up again. The best solution is to repair the crack with flexible filler or joint compound before repainting.

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.

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.

Damp plaster does dry out, although the drying time depends on several factors, including the type of plaster, the surrounding temperature, moisture content, and the extent of the dampness. Sometimes, it can take weeks or months for wall plaster to dry naturally.

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