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Paitson & Son Home Improvement

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Paitson & Son Home Improvement

4.58(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

At Paitson & Son Home Improvement, we understand that you care about your home and expect nothing but the best in construction and the finest materials available. That's why it's our goal to make your experience with us as pleasant as possible while also providing you with unmatched home improvement services. We are dedicated to providing our customers with competitive pricing while maintaining exceptional quality. As a family business, we know that our reputation is built from the satisfaction of our customers.

"I recommend them highly. Quality work, on time, and they clean up everything."

Jim W on November 2020

At Paitson & Son Home Improvement, we understand that you care about your home and expect nothing but the best in construction and the finest materials available. That's why it's our goal to make your experience with us as pleasant as possible while also providing you with unmatched home improvement services. We are dedicated to providing our customers with competitive pricing while maintaining exceptional quality. As a family business, we know that our reputation is built from the satisfaction of our customers.

"I recommend them highly. Quality work, on time, and they clean up everything."

Jim W on November 2020



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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

Your walls are likely cracking due to fluctuations in the temperature outside. Drywall tends to expand and contract when temperatures and humidity levels change, and this repeated movement can lead to cracks in your walls, particularly around door frames. If you have multiple diagonal cracks, you may want to have your foundation inspected, as cracks can also be a sign of a bigger issue.

Plaster is a pretty tough surface, but it can still sustain damage from things like bumping against it, water issues, dampness, extreme humidity changes, and plain old age. Most plaster walls last hundreds of years and will only be taken down to the base layer when major repairs are required. Being cautious around the wall, not placing furniture against it, and ensuring stable humidity are all great ways to reduce possible damage.

It may take a bit of patience and trial and error to match your particular drywall texture type when making repairs. For orange peel or knockdown finishes, use a spray texture product or a thinned joint compound applied with a roller or sponge. Practice on scrap drywall or cardboard first. Once dry, lightly sand and prime before painting.

If the water damage is small, such as small patches, you can paint over the area. To prevent mold growth, roll on a coat of an antifungal primer beforehand painting. However, if the damage is more extensive, you may have mold, and the plaster will be compromised. You’ll have to replace the plasterboard.

It is possible to repair plaster walls yourself, but it’s not always a good idea. Hiring a professional means you’ll have expert eyes on the damage looking to see if there is an underlying issue or if the cracks are just from normal expansion and contraction. Additionally, a professional’s plaster repair will very likely last longer than a DIY job, which means you could end up saving money over time by going with a pro from the start.

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