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Hendry Home Repair and Renovation LLC
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Serving Comer, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Aaron was on time , every time. On his first visit, I told him what I needed done. He listened to all of my concerns and we talked about them. We came to the best solutions. I could not have been more pleased with his workmanship and the outcome. I will be hiring him again."
Rotted floor joist
Rotted joist
Floor joist repaired.
Repaired floor joist
Exterior wall re-framed

+12

Response time7 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Aro Drywall
5.0(
3
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Serving Comer, GA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

"a good experience, he was able to give me an estimate in less than 24 hours, the next day he started & we finished in the afternoon, it was a great patch but now it is not even noticeable"
Cabin
Drywall Project
Drywall Project
Drywall Project
Drywall Project

+8

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

The cost to repair a ceiling after a water leak can vary, with averages ranging from $419 to $1,359, or $45 to $55 per square foot. Smaller patches may cost around $150. The final price depends on the size of the affected area and the extent of the damage. Remember that you will also need to repair the source of the leak, such as roof damage or a plumbing issue, which can cost an additional $200 to $1,550. Depending on the situation, you might also face costs for repainting or repairing floors. For an accurate estimate, it is best to get a quote from a professional.

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.

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.

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.

Plaster provides a durable, soundproof, and moisture-resistant finish compared to drywall.

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