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

Avatar for High Caliber Plastering
High Caliber Plastering
4.8(
195
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - RepairPlaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Harvard, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Gene the plaster guy was so professional? He covered every thing so well that there was no dust in the house! He was on time and my ceiling he repaired looks excellent. He was a big help in explaining how and when to paint the ceiling. His work is top notch, he is a true artist. He did everything he promised and then some! I would recommend him.to anyone needing plaster work done in their home or business."
Response time2 days
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Gordon C. Johnson Plastering, Inc.
4.6(
65
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Harvard, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Very reliable and knows the skill of plastering expertly. We would hire Gordon to do furthrer repair in this old house. We feel confident the job would be done right with quality and expertise.."
 That's Me! Gordie Johnson
Remodeled Fireplace
Plastering on a new home
 Remodeling
 New home

+3

Response time8 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
4J's Drywall
4.5(
1
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Plaster - Install - For Business

Serving Harvard, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in Additions and Kitchen Remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Austin Drywall & Paint, Inc.
Austin Drywall & Paint, Inc.
5.0(
10
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Harvard, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Joe did a fantastic job for a fair price! Our ceilings needed a lot of work to smooth them out and paint, as well as repair some damage. Joe had a tight schedule, but managed to complete the project in one week and did a great job. For the service he provided, I thought he offered a very fair price and we appreciate the work he did."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for AOM Remodeling and Restoration
AOM Remodeling and Restoration
4.6(
52
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Harvard, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our house had a water damage that ruined much of the drywall and floor on the first floor and the basement. For such a big repair job, I carefully looked up the reviews and recommendations from Angie's list and talked to 3 contractors that have the highest ratings. AOM was one of the three. David, the owner of AOM, quickly came to our house, assessed the damage, explained to me what need to be done, showed great empathy to our loss and current situation (having to stay in hotel waiting to go back to our house), and put a very competitive bid (about 2/3 the bid of another contractor). We picked them and signed the contract. AOM uses Trello, a cloud-based project tracking system that software companies often use, to effectively and promptly communicate task description and updates to all workers and house owners. AOM workers are professional, hard working, and friendly. For such a big project, expectedly there were some hiccups and AOM had to juggle ours with their other on-going projects. David kindly explained to me various aspects of the repair work and promptly fixed any faults that we identified. I became to completely trust David's professional skill and that he would treat our house like his. Several nights and weekends David came to work late so that we could move back to normal life as soon as possible. In the end, we are very happy with our remodeled house. I sincerely recommend David and AOM for any house remodeling and restoration job."
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tan and white trim room
blue and white trim room

+5

Recommended by90%of homeowners
RFB A Complete Drywall Co
4.6(
288
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Harvard, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rob was excellent!!! We had the drainage tile system replaced in our 900 square foot finished basement, and the basement waterproofing company had to cut 2-3 feet up the drywall along the perimeter of our basement to complete the job. I called several companies to get drywall estimates, many times not even getting a call back. Had 2 quotes prior to RFB which were very far apart. RFB was responsive, price was very fair, Rob always stayed in communication, worked clean and was punctual. Since they had to match old drywall to new we were expecting some flaws but we were beyond pleasantly surprised, it looks like the whole wall has newly hung drywall from floor to ceiling. I waited to post this review until after it was primed and painted, and it looks EXCELLENT, beyond our expectations. Highly recommend, we will be hiring him again to repair some water damaged drywall in another room. (We still have to put trim up, but hopefully some of the quality shows through the pictures)"
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Chicagoland Precision Painting
4.6(
46
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Harvard, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The company and workers were extremely professional. Initially, the owner came out to give me a detailed explaination of the repairs and how much it would cost. He took me through the step by step process answering all my questions. It was also extremely convenient to meet with him since he came out on weekends to look at my condo. Each day, before the workers left, they cleaned my place. I was very satisfied with the work they have done."
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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CQ Painting Inc
4.6(
134
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Harvard, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Emergency services offered

"The provider was very patient with us.  We wanted the provider to re-paint our basement floor (including prepping the old paint for new paint).  The provider recommended a Seal-krete epoxy product that he had used before with good results.  It was supposed to be a one day job.
The morning that the services were to be performed, my wife and I had concerns about the VOCs in the paint.  Seal-krete offered a "low voc" variant of the paint that the provider recommended using; however, it was unavailable at the local stores, and had to be ordered.
The provider came anyways, and prepped the floor (scrape, sand, mop), so that when the low-VOC product came in, he could paint.
The low-VOC paint came in, and the provider came back to our house to coat the floor.  So what was a one day job, became a two day job through no fault of the provider.
Throughout the whole process, the provider was very professional and gracious, and didn't charge us any more (even though he had to come out a second time).
We would work with CQ painting again, and would recommend him to anyone who asked.  We have found his pricing to be very competitive, and the quality of work to be excellant.
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
ASPIRE CONSTRUCTION, INC
4.8(
17
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Harvard, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

"Peter called within 10 minutes of initial online request , I found him online and chose him after reading the reviews and looking at this website. He came to do an estimate within 2 days, due to my schedule and work was performed within 2 weeks. He's crew is very professional and Peter was always checking up to make sure work is going the way it should. Everything was cleaned up after the work, my garden was not damaged, his crew really cared and were very professional."
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Plaster Repair FAQs, answered by experts

The short answer is yes, a sagging plaster ceiling is dangerous. Sagging plaster on a wall is something you should fix immediately, but it isn’t a major concern. If the same type of sagging occurs on a ceiling, however, you could be in danger of your ceiling falling in large chunks. When plaster sags, it loses its strength and ability to hold itself up. The bonds that hold it together are strong, though, so if a sagging area falls, it will take large pieces down with it.

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.

You’ll want to inspect your plaster walls for signs of damage before painting. If you notice soft spots, deep cracks, bubbling, or areas where the plaster is crumbling or pulling away from the wall, it likely needs repair. While small hairline cracks are common and likely cosmetic, you should address larger issues before painting to ensure a quality, smooth finish.

While it’s most common to sand plaster dry, it is possible to wet-sand plaster, too. Doing so can reduce the amount of plaster dust released into the air and make it easier to work in smaller, more delicate areas (such as around wall trim). However, some people find that wet sanding leads to more imperfections, which is why larger walls are more often dry sanded to ensure an even finish.

It depends on the construction of your wall. Most handypeople can fix small holes in drywall. If your wall is plaster or brick, more significant damage may require a drywall contractor or a mason. Hiring a handyperson costs less than a more specialized type of contractor, but they’re not trained in all types of wall repairs.

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