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Jason Bullock
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Repair

Serving Lecompte, 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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One Way Construction
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Plaster - Install - For Business

Serving Lecompte, 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
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A & B Home Improvements
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Plaster - RepairPlaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Lecompte, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Here at A & B Home Improvements we are family owned and operated with over 15 years of experience. We take great pride in our expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every client in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job we will treat your home or your business as we would treat our own. Give A & B Home Improvements a call today. We look forward to working with you!

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Response time7 hrs
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Plaster - RepairPlaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Lecompte, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am very satisfied with the work that was done, he was very conscientious with us living in the house he was careful with the furniture. he was really good at communicating and respecting our schedule, always on top asking what time he could come to start working. He always asked for permission to continue working on certain things that were needed after schedule."
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Colorcraft Custom Painting
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Plaster - RepairPlaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Lecompte, 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%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

It’s not a good idea to plaster over broken plaster (unless by broken you’re referring to cracked, in which case that’s perfectly fine). However, broken plaster can be a sign of a larger underlying issue like foundation damage or severe damage to the lath holding up the plaster, so it’s worth investigating before you simply plaster on top of the damage.

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.

Plaster is a beautiful finish but is labor-intensive to install and remove. It’s vulnerable to cracking and more sensitive to moisture variance than drywall. Installing plaster on a new wall is an expensive process that can take days to weeks, depending on the scope. Removing a plaster wall can also be quite expensive and time-consuming.

All plaster walls will crack over time due to normal house settling and expansion and contraction from temperature and moisture changes. Small, thin hairline cracks are generally not serious and are mostly a cosmetic issue. However, larger or more significant cracks can indicate structural problems.

Here's how to tell the difference:

  • Cosmetic Cracks: Cracks that are 0.5 cm (0.2 inches) or thinner are typically cosmetic.

  • Structural Cracks: Cracks wider than 0.5 cm, excessive or deep cracks, multiple cracks in the same area, or cracks that span around corners can signify a structural or foundation issue. Cracks along the joints where walls meet the ceiling also warrant attention.

For cracks wider than 0.5 cm, structural repair is needed. If a crack is 2.5 cm (1 inch) or wider, or if you notice any signs of a structural problem, it is best to contact a plaster repair professional to assess the damage.

Plaster can be a difficult DIY to master, especially if you plan to plaster an entire room, rather than patch a small area. Before you begin a plaster DIY project, you need to know which tools and type of plaster to use. It's also important to know how to prepare the surface and apply the plaster for a smooth finish. If that all sounds like a lot of work, you may prefer hiring a local plaster repair contractor to do the job.

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