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Beacon Homes
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Las Cruces, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

Beacon Homes is the top choice for all of your custom home builds or renovation needs. With over 25 years experience we can do it all. We take pride in our customer satisfaction and getting the job done well, in the timeline we establish when hired. Call us today.

Response time2 days
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JNR Builders
4.4(
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For Business

Serving Las Cruces, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"very professional. did outstanding work finally rid me of the pigeon problem I had for years, and repaired the roof damage they caused. I tried to find a pro to do the work I guess the birds scared the rest of them off. they were worth every penny"
Water heater retrofit
Water heater retrofit
KM 3 corse elastomeric roof coating
KM 3 corse elastomeric roof coating
KM 3 corse elastomeric roof coating

+24

Response time2 days
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Lannick Construction
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Plaster - Repair

Serving Las Cruces, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Lannick Construction was started in 2009 by Ted Hedgecock. Ted has many years of experience in all types of construction. He has a great passion for his work and will always make sure it is completed to the customers liking. Please give us a call or message us. We would love to meet with you to see if we can help make your vision for your home or business a reality. Look forward to hearing from you and having the opportunity to work together. \n\n

Roof
Shingle & Flat Roof
Flat Roof
Full Home Exterior Paint
Roof

+5

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can install drywall over plaster, but there are important factors to consider. While it can create a smooth, flat surface, it is often not the best approach. Installing drywall over plaster will increase the wall's thickness, which can cause issues with existing window and door frames that may no longer fit. You might also need to adjust power outlets to keep them accessible. A better, though more expensive, option is to remove the old plaster and lath entirely before installing new drywall. Drywalling directly over plaster seals in the old material, and if any problems arise later, you will need to remove both layers down to the structural beams for repairs. Given the potential complications, this job is best handled by professionals.

Regular inspections and cleaning to prevent moisture or pest issues.

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.

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.

Whether you can install or repair plaster yourself depends on the project's size and your comfort level with DIY projects. It's possible to handle small repairs on your own, but for larger projects like a room restoration or a full installation, it's often best to hire a local plaster professional. The final appearance, even coverage, and durability of the plaster depend heavily on proper wall preparation and application. If you are not 100% confident in your ability to achieve a professional result, letting an expert handle the job is a worthwhile investment.

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