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

Avatar for Drywall and Painting
Drywall and Painting
4.9(
87
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Repair

Serving Independence, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Large bathroom drywall plastering (with texture) and bedroom painting (including cathedral ceiling with beam and detail). Wonderful work at reasonable price. Work was detailed. Extensive cleanup. Great crew to work with. I highly recommend."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate89%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Reliable Building Maintenance
5.0(
1
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Plaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Independence, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Customers say: Quick response

Reliable Building Maintenance is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 3 years of experience serving Covington, LA and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you.

Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Galvans Painting
4.8(
5
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Plaster - Repair

Serving Independence, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Antoine Galvan arrived promptly to provide an estimate, his crew was waiting before the start time the following morning. They worked clean and checked their work before asking me to do a walk-thru before payment. My neighbor and real estate agent raved about the paint job. I have referred Galvans Painting to both of them. He and his crew do phenomenal work. The cut-in work, orange peel, I could go on. They also pressure washed the exterior and it looks like a brand new home. They painted every room in a 2,000 sq. ft. home in two days before my moving truck arrived. I am truly glad I went with them. I am very pleased."
Interior Paint
Interior Paint
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Response time4 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Don's Painting
4.2(
11
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Plaster - Repair

Serving Independence, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Don and his crew showed up on time and worked a full day my project was completed in a timely manner. I have a large covered deck he painted all the trim and railing. And stained my deck. I am very happy with the finished product. And would highly recommend Don's Painting"
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Plaster Repair FAQs, answered by experts

Although they are used for similar tasks, spackle and joint compound are not the same. Joint compound, also known as drywall mud, consists of limestone and gypsum and is primarily used for large-scale projects like taping and finishing seams on new drywall. Spackle is composed of gypsum and binding agents, making it a thicker compound best suited for small wall repairs like filling nail holes or cracks, as it dries quickly and is easy to sand. For small repairs, either product can be suitable. However, you can use joint compound for small jobs in place of spackle, but you cannot use spackle for large-scale taping and mudding projects.

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.

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.

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.

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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