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*The Angi rating for Plaster Repair companies in East Alton, IL is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Plaster Repair needs.

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Designed Space

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Designed Space

5.00(
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 years of experience

With over 10 years experience this business, Designed Space is your industry expert in Wood River, Illinois and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. You can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

"John is a very knowledgeable in many areas; electrical carpentry, plumbing. He is reliable and friendly."

Marie P on March 2020

With over 10 years experience this business, Designed Space is your industry expert in Wood River, Illinois and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. You can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

"John is a very knowledgeable in many areas; electrical carpentry, plumbing. He is reliable and friendly."

Marie P on March 2020

S and S Drywall Plaster Paint

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S and S Drywall Plaster Paint

5.00(
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Super Service Award
32 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

A&B Home Improvement

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A&B Home Improvement

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We take care of all your Home Remodeling and Repair needs, big or small. We offer drywall services, plastering, painting. We build, repair and paint/stain decks. We will take care of all your flooring needs. Install cabinets and countertops. Handyman services for about anything you are needing done.

We take care of all your Home Remodeling and Repair needs, big or small. We offer drywall services, plastering, painting. We build, repair and paint/stain decks. We will take care of all your flooring needs. Install cabinets and countertops. Handyman services for about anything you are needing done.

Snyder Painting & Drywall Repair

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Snyder Painting & Drywall Repair

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10 years of experience

Snyder painting & Drywall is a owner operated bussiness that offers top quality work at affordable pricing. We first start with a free estimate then and if we move forward, Snyder Painting & Drywall put a description of the work being done in contract. Payment offered - credit card/check or cash. We look forward to doing business with you so we offer a 5% off new clients !

Snyder painting & Drywall is a owner operated bussiness that offers top quality work at affordable pricing. We first start with a free estimate then and if we move forward, Snyder Painting & Drywall put a description of the work being done in contract. Payment offered - credit card/check or cash. We look forward to doing business with you so we offer a 5% off new clients !

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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

Small hairline cracks in plaster walls are not serious and are mostly cosmetic, but larger or widespread cracks indicate structural problems that need repair. 

  • Cracks 0.5 cm (0.2 inches) or thinner: Cosmetic cracks you can repair if desired.

  • Cracks wider than 0.5 centimeters or widespread cracks: Structural repair is needed, either DIY or by a pro.

  • Cracks 2.5 centimeters (1 inch) or wider: Contact a plaster repair professional.

Watch for large, deep cracks, multiple cracks in the same area, and cracks along the walls where they meet the ceiling. Repair these cracks to prevent further damage.

This depends on how much plaster is applied and in how many layers, but a decent estimate is around 150 square feet. If you are applying only two coats on a small wall, there is a chance you may only need one or two gallons for the entire project. If you are plastering a large living room wall with high ceilings, using one of the more involved techniques–like Scagliola–that requires several coats, expect the project materials costs to add up quickly. 

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.

You can put certain types of plaster over other types, but doing so isn't always the best idea. For example, putting a coat of gypsum over lime plaster is possible, but doing so will limit the lime plaster's breathability and potentially affect its performance.

Since cement plaster tends to leave a textured surface, no matter how much you smooth it, some people prefer to use gypsum plaster as a topcoat over cement plaster, creating a smoother surface.

Repairing plaster walls is almost always worthwhile. Not only will plaster repairs make your walls look new again, but repairs of minor cracks can often reinforce the plaster and help prevent the cracks from spreading and widening. Additionally, hiring a professional to carry out plaster wall repair means they can let you know if the cracking is a result of a severe underlying issue. Catching a problem like foundation instability early could save you thousands, a luxury you wouldn’t have if you just repaired the walls yourself.

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