Top-rated plaster repair specialists.

Get matched with top plaster repair specialists in Florence, MS

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your plaster repair project in Florence, MS?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

TRUSTED BY FLORENCE, MS HOMEOWNERS

  • Average homeowner rating star icon4.4
    Average homeowner rating
  • Verified reviews icon39
    Verified plaster repairs reviews

Verified Reviews for Plaster Repair pros in Florence, MS

*The Angi rating for Plaster Repair companies in Florence, MS is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Plaster Repair needs.

*The HomeAdvisor rating for Plaster Repair companies in Florence, MS is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Plaster Repair needs.

Last update on June 30, 2026

Find Plaster repair specialists in Florence

Avatar for C Gray, Sons and Associates
C Gray, Sons and Associates
4.4(
212
)
Plaster - RepairPlaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Florence, MS and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Excellent repair on everything on my list. I will use him for future projects."
Painting
Painting
Painting
Painting
Painting

+3

Response time7 hrs
Response rate87%
58 neighbors recently requested a quote
Request Quote
J. Ingram Plastering & Co., LLC
New to Angi
Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Florence, MS and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at J. Ingram Plastering & Co., LLC strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

Response time2 days
Request Quote
Plaster and Stucco Services
New to Angi
Plaster - InstallPlaster - Repair

Serving Florence, MS and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

We take great pride in our experience, 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 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 customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Request Quote
Showing 1-10 of 41
Plaster Repair questions, 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.

Only use spackle on plaster walls when the imperfection is small. It’s best used for nail holes or small dings in the plaster. Spackle dries quickly, allowing you to continue the repair process shortly after using it. Plaster can be tricky to repair, though, so if you run into issues, call a pro so that you don’t risk further damage.

Yes, you can apply new plaster over an existing plaster surface, such as a wall or ceiling, provided the old plaster is in good condition. Before you begin, check the stability of the existing plaster. The surface must be clean, free of loose material, and have no peeling paint. It is also recommended to roughen the surface slightly to promote adhesion. For older plaster, applying a base coat like a PVA emulsion or a specific bonding agent or primer is crucial. This step makes the existing plaster less porous and ensures the new and old layers adhere properly for a smooth, long-lasting finish.

You can put certain types of plaster over other types, but doing so isn't always the best idea. For example, putting a coat of gypsum over lime plaster is possible, but doing so will limit the lime plaster's breathability and potentially affect its performance.

Since cement plaster tends to leave a textured surface, no matter how much you smooth it, some people prefer to use gypsum plaster as a topcoat over cement plaster, creating a smoother surface.

Although they have similar applications, spackle and joint compound are not the same. Their primary differences lie in their composition, consistency, and ideal use cases.

Spackle is composed of gypsum and binding agents, making it thicker than joint compound. It dries quickly and is easy to sand, which makes it ideal for small wall repair projects like filling nail holes or patching minor damage.

Joint compound, also known as drywall mud, consists of limestone and gypsum. It is primarily used for large-scale projects, such as taping and finishing the seams on newly installed drywall. It tends to shrink more than spackle and can be more difficult to spread.

While both products can be used to fill small depressions and cracks, spackle cannot replace joint compound for taping and mudding new drywall. Conversely, you can often use joint compound for small patching jobs typically done with spackle.

The Florence, MS homeowners’ guide to plaster repairs

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

See all articles