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S and S Drywall Plaster Paint

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S and S Drywall Plaster Paint

5.00(
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•Approved Pro
33 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

Welcome to S and S Plaster Drywall and Paint, a historical restoration company. We have been dedicated to this craft for over 39 years. We pride the company on reliability, excellent communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all our projects no matter how big or small. We look forward to earning your business! We operate the old school way, when you're satisfied with our job payment is due. Not a penny before.

"The guys were great from start to finish the communication and the great estimate from Pete and his son I didn’t need a 2nd opinion from anyone else. I will definitely hire S&S again for other projects plus I referred them to others that desperately needed an honest company BBB accredited plus great references. I give them 5 stars plus 👍"

Richard W on September 2025

Welcome to S and S Plaster Drywall and Paint, a historical restoration company. We have been dedicated to this craft for over 39 years. We pride the company on reliability, excellent communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all our projects no matter how big or small. We look forward to earning your business! We operate the old school way, when you're satisfied with our job payment is due. Not a penny before.

"The guys were great from start to finish the communication and the great estimate from Pete and his son I didn’t need a 2nd opinion from anyone else. I will definitely hire S&S again for other projects plus I referred them to others that desperately needed an honest company BBB accredited plus great references. I give them 5 stars plus 👍"

Richard W on September 2025

J&D MASONRY

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J&D MASONRY

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Here at J&D masonry we do everything masonry related, from tuckpointing and waterproofing to outdoor kitchens and bars and fireplaces and fire pits as well as all your indoor masonry needs . At J&D masonry we value our customers and and there input on projects we are working on for them from helping with stone or brick choices to mortar color and everything inbetween.All our staff values our customers, and we stand behind our work

"I signed a contract with Joe Raymond, the owner on 9/11/2020 to put in a walk way. I gave him $1150 - half down. He took my money and never showed up to do the work. Now he will not return my calls. He is a crook and a scam artist. Do not use this company."

Gina G on September 2020

Here at J&D masonry we do everything masonry related, from tuckpointing and waterproofing to outdoor kitchens and bars and fireplaces and fire pits as well as all your indoor masonry needs . At J&D masonry we value our customers and and there input on projects we are working on for them from helping with stone or brick choices to mortar color and everything inbetween.All our staff values our customers, and we stand behind our work

"I signed a contract with Joe Raymond, the owner on 9/11/2020 to put in a walk way. I gave him $1150 - half down. He took my money and never showed up to do the work. Now he will not return my calls. He is a crook and a scam artist. Do not use this company."

Gina G on September 2020

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Pride Decorating

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Pride Decorating

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Residential and Commercial Painter with 21 years experience. Interior Painting, Drywall and Plaster Repair, Staining, Varnishing, Wall Paper Removal. We can do small jobs to large jobs!

Residential and Commercial Painter with 21 years experience. Interior Painting, Drywall and Plaster Repair, Staining, Varnishing, Wall Paper Removal. We can do small jobs to large jobs!

Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

Painting or plastering over water-damaged wall plaster is only a temporary fix and doesn’t fix the real problem. If you must, wait until the surface is completely dry before applying a new layer. However, we recommend you remove the damaged plaster and properly perform a repair or hire a professional to do it. Water damage repair is normally covered by your home insurance.

You can apply plaster over plaster, but before you do, check the stability of the existing plaster. If it’s been there for a while, it may require a base coat of PVA emulsion. This will make the existing plaster less porous and ensure the new and old plaster adhere properly.

It is possible to repair plaster yourself, but we don’t recommend it. Plaster repair is easy in theory but difficult in practice. Applying repair plaster is straightforward, but ensuring the area is prepped properly to receive the new plaster and ensuring that the finished product looks smooth and professional both demand experience. Plus, repairs are especially difficult if you have a textured ceiling or walls. Paying for professional plaster repair is worth the investment if you want your wall to look good as new.

Common causes include water leaks, settling, and impact. Address underlying issues to prevent recurring damage.

Look for flaking paint or air bubbles that burst and then flake away. Paint will begin to flake after being exposed to minimal moisture or water, so it’s a good indicator of any water damage. If you notice your paint starting to flake, feel the plaster underneath to see if it is soft or damp.

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