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Avatar for Tri-Color Plaster LLC
Tri-Color Plaster LLC
4.9(
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Plaster - RepairPlaster - InstallPlaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Waldwick, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Plaster stairwell ceiling in my 1887 home was damaged and needed repair. Didn t think I could ever get it repaired. Patrick from Tri Color came to the rescue! He did a beautiful job and made my 130 yr old ceiling look like new again.Take my word for it If you are in need of any kind of plaster work,Tri Color is the company to call!"
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Plaster

+2

Response time8 hrs
Response rate90%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
MNM Group Inc.
4.9(
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Waldwick, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recently had MGM Group plaster my ceiling that caved in out of nowhere. In short, I couldn't be happier with the results. They were very well-priced, quick to respond, and professional throughout the process. A special shoutout to Z, class all the way —will hire again no questions asked."
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+10

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for 1 All Home Repairs, LLC
1 All Home Repairs, LLC
5.0(
734
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Plaster - Repair

Serving Waldwick, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I recommend this company 100%. They are reliable, experienced, and completed the work in a few days. My husband and I are very pleased with their work. We will definitely contact them for future projects."
Slate Roof Repair
New Gutters and Covers
New skylight
Response time5 hrs
Response rate93%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Palma Construction
Palma Construction
5.0(
19
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Plaster - Repair

Serving Waldwick, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mike is very friendly and courteous, as well as quite dedicated to doing a good job. When installing our new attic stairs and door, he spent numerous hours over two days. I saw him place the weatherstripping perfectly, and both this and the paint look excellent. As he works, he explains the steps of what he is doing. After finishing, he called later on to make sure that there were no problems. He is easy to contact and returns calls. I would therefore highly recommend Mike and Palma Construction."
Basement Mini Renovation
Basement Mini Renovation
Basement Mini Renovation
Basement Mini Renovation
Basement Mini Renovation

+105

Response time4 hrs
Response rate96%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Grady's Painting Plastering/Construction
2.0(
174
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - RepairPlaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Waldwick, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1969

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was a very involved plaster repair and remediation job, in a very old house. Grady is the only person (or company) who was willing to take on the job and drive all the way from Pennsylvania to our home in Northern Virginia. There are very few people who do this kind of work anymore (we really searched) and he is an expert in his field. We needed to work around his schedule, because he is in demand in the tri-state area, so it took awhile to schedule the work to begin... but it was worth it."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by57%of homeowners
Avatar for Val Construction, LLC
Val Construction, LLC
4.4(
35
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - RepairPlaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Waldwick, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"highly recommend using HOME ADVISORS for home repair projects. I just recently had an extensive bathroom retile completed, concrete back wall to house, faucet repair. Project done by Val Construction. Val Construction did a beautiful job of making my second bathroom look like new. Thank you Val Construction for your hard work on yet another outstanding job. I might add I have been using their services for about one year. Very reliable. Hard workers. I can depend on them."
Response time12 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Premier Built
4.3(
55
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Repair

Serving Waldwick, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Emergency services offered

Customers say: Terrific value

"Richard is an absolutely stellar professional. He is fast, focused, thorough, tidy, and so on top of it all! I was truly impressed by him and by the work he did in my home recently. He is so well prepared, organized, on-time, and ready to work to get the job done efficiently and with excellence. His pricing is very reasonable and fair. On top of it all, he is kind, trustworthy, and I look forward to having him back for more work soon. I feel so lucky to have found him and it has taken so much stress out of my life knowing that I've got such an exceptional professional, licensed and insured, close to my neighborhood and at the ready--one who is highly talented, skilled, and ready to handle a wide range of repairs, maintenance, renovations, installations, and other types of jobs. Thank you so much, Richard, see you again soon!!!"
Handyman Services Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Handyman Services Project
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Cabinet refinishing

+45

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

If your home was built before the 1940s and was not remodeled in the past 50 or so years, you probably have plaster walls. Aside from assuming, there are some practical ways to tell if you have plaster walls, including the following: If you knock on the wall and it feels solid, not hollow, if you can’t insert a thumbtack easily, if there are cracks that look like spiderwebs, or if your home has curved, arched, or swirled walls, doorways, or window openings.

If you have an unfinished basement or attic, you could examine the backs of any finished walls to check, too.

This depends on how much plaster is applied and in how many layers, but a decent estimate is around 150 square feet. If you are applying only two coats on a small wall, there is a chance you may only need one or two gallons for the entire project. If you are plastering a large living room wall with high ceilings, using one of the more involved techniques–like Scagliola–that requires several coats, expect the project materials costs to add up quickly. 

Plaster walls typically last between 30 and 70 years, but depending on the quality of the materials and the moisture levels in the building, they can last for over 100 years. With expert application and consistent maintenance, plaster can even last for centuries. To extend its lifespan, it is important to have the plaster professionally installed, address any water damage promptly, and repair small cracks as they appear. Regular inspections by a professional can help identify and address concerning cracks before they become significant issues.

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