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Jason Bullock
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Repair

Serving Colfax, LA and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

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My name's Jason, i do a lot of repairs, i can do installs as well to a limit of permits of course but I will provide as much service I can and get the job done right! I also do some mechanic work as well, Just tell me what you need installed or repaired and I'll guarantee be of help!

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Hope's Handyman
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Repair

Serving Colfax, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

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"I have had several things repaired around my house by Hope's Handyman. He does an incredible job and the work is reasonably priced. I will definitely be calling Hope's Handyman for all of my future handyman needs!"
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Response time20 mins
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One Way Construction
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Plaster - Install - For Business

Serving Colfax, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

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"The rep measured everything the way it should be done. He recommended stuff i hadnt even thought of. outstanding."
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Response time11 hrs
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Plaster - RepairPlaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Colfax, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

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Emergency services offered

"Although they were a young group, they were very professional, on time, and were extremely reasonable for the money."
Response time3 days
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Colorcraft Custom Painting
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Plaster - RepairPlaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Colfax, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

"I was never worried having unknown people in my home--I felt completely comfortable with him and his workers."
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Response time4 hrs
Response rate89%
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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can install drywall over plaster, but there are important factors to consider. While it can create a smooth, flat surface, it is often not the best approach. Installing drywall over plaster will increase the wall's thickness, which can cause issues with existing window and door frames that may no longer fit. You might also need to adjust power outlets to keep them accessible. A better, though more expensive, option is to remove the old plaster and lath entirely before installing new drywall. Drywalling directly over plaster seals in the old material, and if any problems arise later, you will need to remove both layers down to the structural beams for repairs. Given the potential complications, this job is best handled by professionals.

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.

Plastering and skimming are two different techniques for finishing walls. Plastering involves applying a thick layer of a plaster mixture—typically containing gypsum, lime, cement, sand, and water—to create a new surface. This process often requires multiple coats and is used for repairing significant damage or creating decorative textures. Skimming, on the other hand, is a technique that involves applying a thin layer of drywall compound or joint compound over an existing surface to smooth it out, covering minor imperfections, small cracks, or uneven textures for a polished look. Plastering is generally more costly and labor-intensive than skimming. Although some people use the terms interchangeably, they refer to different processes and materials.

Applying plaster to a wall will usually cost between $2 and $10 per square foot for both the material and labor. The cost will vary based on the quality of the plaster you’re using and whether or not prep work is required before the work begins. Wall prep can add up to about 10% to your total costs. Plastering exterior walls can be more expensive in many cases because they are taller and require scaffolding and safety equipment.

Many services include repainting to match the existing surface. Confirm with your provider.

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