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Avatar for Ferraz Plastering
Ferraz Plastering
5.0(
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Ferraz Plastering did a very professional job repairing a ceiling that was broken in a bedroom. They re plastered the entire ceiling, matching the pattern that was in the rest of the house. They are professional, knowledgeable and personable. They gave us options and explained the process. Also they arrived on time, performed the job efficiently and on time and cleaned very well once they were done. We highly recommend their services."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
McCarthy Plastering
4.9(
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed a professional opinion from a plasterer to evaluate a poor plastering job done in my home. Colin was professional, responsive and prompt with his assistance. Colin is a man of his word who follows thru with his promises. I will be hiring Colin to finish plastering work that was not part of the initial work done in my home."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
BWalsh
4.9(
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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Warranties offered

"We hired Bertie Walsh to re-do our garage ceiling which had been incorrectly repaired by a different contractor (not a contractor found on Angie's List).  Bertie was a godsend because after he removed the ceiling he pointed out to us that the previous contractor had failed to connect the blue board to the joist (not sure if that's the right word) and there also wasn't any strapping holding it to the subsurface, which would have caused it to eventually bow out.  Bertie put a new section of ceiling up and finished it with plaster and did a remarkable job matching the existing ceiling.

Bertie is quiet and hard working.  No fluff with this guy.  He's an honest, no-nonsense guy who will give you a very reasonable quote, will show up when he says he will, and then quietly and diligently do the work.  He cleaned up well after the work was completed.  I found myself looking for other things that needed plastering or handiwork around the house just so we could hire him again.  Yep, he is that good!
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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MJM Plastering
5.0(
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1988

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I needed a repair on my ceiling with a scroll pattern. I had quotes from several companies. MJM Plastring was the only one that indicated that I had a "sand finish scroll pattern" on my ceiling and replied that he had done repairs on these patterns before. He even sent a picture of a recent repair , not of a sand finish scroll, but of another pattern. I hired MJM for the job. Mike came and was the owner, indicate that the rest of his crew was at another job. Mike was professional in every respect. Put down plastic and cleaned up afterwords. I was very impressed with therepair. I cant even tell it was a repair as it blended in perfectly. I am very happy and would highly recommend MJM Plastering without hesitation."
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Response time4 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Tellez Plastering Inc.
4.8(
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Plaster - RepairPlaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"5 Stars!!! Pedro was very professional and the work he did was awesome! He took care of every question I had and guided me through the work he was gonna do before hand. My garage was done promptly and the work was I expected. I recommend this company if you have any plaster or construction needs."
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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AOS Drywall
4.7(
32
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For Business

Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Excellent work, excellent price, done in a timely manner. Alesandro and his crew did an outstanding plastering job on replacing very damaged ceilings in multiple rooms of my home. They worked with good attitudes and left my house very neat. I would definitely recommend them and hire them again!"
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+27

Response time1 day
44 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Best Pro Builders Inc.
4.9(
90
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Plaster - RepairPlaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Erick and his team did a fantastic job, snd fast. Our dining room walls and ceiling needed a lot of work to prepare for painting, including wallpaper removal and repairing plaster. They completed the whole job fast, and very thorough with attention to detail. They also did a great job cleaning up and managing dust/debris. I will definitely recommend them!"
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Plaster
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate99%
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Hole in the Wall Drywall Repair of Boston MetroWest
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Plaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

At Hole in the Wall we help our clients love their walls and ceilings again! We utilize our dustless, rapid-repair methods to quickly repair any damage. We are skilled at fixing damage caused by water leaks, plumbers, electricians, HVAC, pets, and small children. Our skilled, background-checked technicians can texture match or even make those outdated popcorn ceilings nice and smooth. Of course, we are also happy to completely restore your walls and ceilings after repairing them with our painting services.

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AA Plastering & Drywall
4.9(
8
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Plaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We specialize in drywall and sheet rock installs, repairs, finishing, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won?t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

Costs depend on damage size, labor rates, and whether additional services like painting are required.

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.

Technically speaking, you can use drywall primer over plasters. However, oil-based primers work the most effectively on wall plasters. Meanwhile, water-based primers work just as well with drywalls. Nowadays, there are also universal primers suitable for drywall and plaster. Overall, you will be fine as long as you are using a trustworthy brand.

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.

Damp plaster does dry out, although the drying time depends on several factors, including the type of plaster, the surrounding temperature, moisture content, and the extent of the dampness. Sometimes, it can take weeks or months for wall plaster to dry naturally.

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