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Top-Rated Plaster repair specialists in Chicago - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Zmartin Plastering,LLC
Zmartin Plastering,LLC
5.0(
12
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Plaster - RepairPlaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have house that is rental unit on the 2nd floor that was built in 1896. It needed some plastering done to the kitchen ceiling and the living room ceiling in a few areas. It was plastered before, but needed retouching since it was missing something. I searched for a company who does exceptional work with the proof and years of experience. We prefer wet plaster over dry, so did checking and found ZMartin Plastering on Angi. The company had high ratings and the work looked great, so we scheduled Brian Zmuda to come out and look at what needs to be done. Brian came out me out promptly for an estimate and went over what the issues were with the ceiling in both areas and explained it thoroughly so I could understand and told me what materials as far as the paint, plaster, and more and how he was going to do it, and even showed me this insurance and then quoted me a fair price. I was happy and then scheduled him to come out in three weeks. Brian came out three weeks later on 05/23/23 after we were finishing stucco painting and he began to work. I could tell he knew about doing plaster work for an older house. He started with the two ceilings and did it in order and was clean using the right materials. He plastered it well leaving no mess and with wet plaster, and then once he finished he explained that the plaster dry's in less then a week and told me house spot primer first in the area before applying paint which where are doing for the whole apartment's unit. I was happy and knew he was skilled and explained what materials you are suppose to use and he also does stucco is great to know snice we have some stucco repair on our main house to do. I can highly recommend ZMarting for any paltering work and he seems very honest and did not take long so her reduce the price since it was simple job. We will be working with him in the future. His work is fantastic. Could not be any happier."
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for YB Paint
YB Paint
4.8(
45
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Yeol and his team were extremely accomodating. He will put in the extra effort to meet requests and to ensure the work was completed to satisfaction. Overall, the quality of work was good. The painting and the plasterwork were good to great, wall and ceiling drywall construction below average (there were huge gaps between the outlet boxes and the drywall that were filled in with plaster). I would recommend for rental rebuilds/renovations but not in a situation where details matter."
bath
tile
tile
tile
kitchen

+19

Response time4 hrs
Response rate94%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FA General Contruction
5.0(
68
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Plaster - Repair

Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Filmon has done two projects for us. Both well done. He’s an excellent, careful craftsman. He can find the source of a problem, evaluate a situation and resolve it. I will use him again."
Bathroom remodeling
Bathroom remodeling
Bathroom remodeling
Bathroom remodeling
Bathroom remodeling

+92

10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Amazon Painting Plus, LLC
4.9(
124
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Plaster - Repair

Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Georgios and his crew were very hardworking. Our job was challenging in that they came in after we had already been working with another painter and we were preparing to have a baby during the time his crew would be working so it was a tight turnaround time. His crew was willing to work with us to finish the job. We had both plaster repair and painting of an old home built in the 1930â s. They were very diligent to make sure the old plaster cracks were smoothed out and would look good when they were done. We did discuss a few options to repair portions of the walls once the job started. Georgios was up front on what the work would cost and gave us an opportunity to think things over. We did have some spots which needed to be redone and paint drops on our newly refinished wood floors which required additional clean up. Hiis team was able to clean things up to our satisfaction. I would recommend Georgios and his team and would use them again if the opportunity presents itself."
Master Bedroom
Master Bedroom
Fireplace wall
Fireplace wall
Second Bedroom

+28

Response time12 hrs
Response rate87%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Dlb Drywall
Dlb Drywall
4.9(
14
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Plaster - Install

Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Dorian did an outstanding job restoring the plaster walls in my two-unit building. He understood my priority of preserving as much of the original plaster as possible and only used drywall where absolutely necessary. His work was impressively fast, and he was extremely respectful of the vintage trimming, taking care not to damage anything. What really stood out was how clean he left the place—he worked so efficiently that it was as if he was never there! I highly recommend Dorian for anyone looking for quality, respectful, and detailed craftsmanship."
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Recommended by78%of homeowners
All Service Calls, LLC
4.5(
41
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I cannot say enough good things about Abraham and his team. They were indispensible during a challenging and stressful move. Not only did they do a superb job of installing a ceiling fan to an 18ft ceiling, multiple patch repairs, seamlessly replacing and installing bathroom extractor fans that into non standard sized spaces, filling countless nail holes and repainting, and reattaching a dislodged dishwasher, Abraham did all of this amidst the chaos of a move and made MULTIPLE trips to Home Depot to color match paints when I provided the wrong cans. He was patient, thorough, and went WAY above and beyond any expectations in both service, execution, and generosity. If you have anything you need done in your home, make these guys your first call!"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Professional Painting & Decorating
Professional Painting & Decorating
4.8(
4
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Repair

Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

Daycare Painting
Sleeping Daycare Room
Daycare Room Painting
Repaired Ceiling
Ceiling Repair

+2

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Plaster Repair FAQs, answered by experts

You can plaster over regular drywall, but it's essential to prepare the surface properly. Before plastering, the drywall should be clean, free of dust, and any loose or peeling paint should be removed. Applying a primer specifically designed for plastering can improve adhesion. Some professionals recommend applying a base coat of plaster or joint compound to create a better surface for the plaster to adhere to. Proper preparation ensures a smooth and durable plaster finish over regular drywall.

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.

The allure of Venetian plaster lies in its unique appearance and individual characteristics in a home. It’s sophisticated and multidimensional and has a rich history dating back to Ancient Rome. This type of plaster finish is durable and represents a style of luxury that has been practiced for thousands of years. Many designers pair the texture of Venetian plaster with modern furnishings, resulting in an elegant and refined aesthetic.

Repairing plaster walls or ceilings is almost always worthwhile. It restores the appearance of your home, and if it's an exterior wall, the repair can improve curb appeal and provide a great return on investment when selling. Plaster repairs can also reinforce the wall, preventing minor cracks from spreading, and improve your home’s energy efficiency by fixing gaps in the insulative material, potentially lowering your heating and cooling bills. Additionally, hiring a professional allows them to check if the damage is from a serious underlying issue, such as foundation instability. Catching a problem like this early could save you thousands.

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.

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