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Avatar for Precision Painting of Long Island and New York
Precision Painting of Long Island and New York
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Serving Plainview, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Secured many proposals for repair of damaged plaster ceiling due to AC leak. The price ranges I received were extraordinary. When I contacted Precision Painting of LI and NY, Scott provided me with an extremely fair and honest proposal. He understood the work involved . His crew promptly arrived a few days later and completed partial ceiling replacement along with spackling , painting and insulation in an efficient and professional manner. I highly recommend them and would not hesitate to hire them again for other projects."
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Response time4 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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BuildingLI.com - BLI Facilities LLC
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Serving Plainview, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eddie was great to work with! We had a limited time frame to adhere to town inspections and Eddie and his team knew exactly what we needed and quickly got the job done. The results were great and even the inspector acknowledged the impressive repair. They were able to put a knocked out garage wall back on the foundation and repair the interior dry wall. I would recommend this company for any professional contract work due to their reasonable price, ease to work with and quality of work."
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Response time7 hrs
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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H&G General Home Remodeling Corp.
4.8(
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Serving Plainview, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Excellent work. Did floor, plaster, paint,new door in bathroom. Plaster, paint bedroom. Professional, great work, neat, fair pricing, meticulous, beautiful work all around. Will call them again and recommend highly."
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate88%
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ALS General Contracting, Ltd.
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Serving Plainview, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional, on time Men very knowledgeable and did a wonderful repair on my deck. Repair cost was very reasonable Highly recommend company Just nice people to deal with. 5 Stars service"
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
Grady's Painting Plastering/Construction
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Serving Plainview, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1969

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"When confronted with a crisis because of a copper plumbing burglary, Mr. Grady, of Grady's Painting, Plastering and Construction, willingly traveled many miles to come to my aid. Requesting only a $1.00 deposit against a $4,500.00 job, he masterfully reconstructed my nineteenth century lath and plaster hallway wall, also thoroughly compensating for a missing portion of a central stud unwittingly removed by a plumber! After his extensive search for appropriate composition and dimension of material, he replaced and replicated a section of my forty-year-old faux onyx tub surround with common white PVC sheet, tinted oil-based colors, glaze, paint brush, and a rag. His applied natural talents and superlative skills saved me thousands of dollars! On the basis of both professional conversation and knowledgeable observation, Mr. Grady possesses the intrinsic knowledge of old-world trades, the artistic capabilities, the problem=solving thought processes, and the personal work ethic to accomplish a broud scope of reconstruction and restoration."
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Mr Star Painting
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Serving Plainview, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

A fresh coat of paint or stain can bring new life to rooms, add curb appeal to homes and commercial buildings, and help protect your investment for years to come. We are happy to bid on all types of painting, staining and interior design projects in the Coran area. We will meet with you, at your convenience, and provide you with a free, written, detailed estimate - no surprise charges added after the fact. Locally owned and operated, we are a small company with big capabilities.

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Stone Quality Contracting
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Serving Plainview, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Skilled contractor knew exactly what I wanted, was clean, punctual and polite. I have recommend his services many times. Definitely a number you donâ t want to lose.!"
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

You’ll want to inspect your plaster walls for signs of damage before painting. If you notice soft spots, deep cracks, bubbling, or areas where the plaster is crumbling or pulling away from the wall, it likely needs repair. While small hairline cracks are common and likely cosmetic, you should address larger issues before painting to ensure a quality, smooth finish.

Your walls are likely cracking due to fluctuations in the temperature outside. Drywall tends to expand and contract when temperatures and humidity levels change, and this repeated movement can lead to cracks in your walls, particularly around door frames. If you have multiple diagonal cracks, you may want to have your foundation inspected, as cracks can also be a sign of a bigger issue.

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.

You can technically just paint over hairline cracks in plaster since these cracks are often harmless, but this will mostly be a waste of paint. Paint will only hide the hairline crack for a few months before it shows up again. The best solution is to repair the crack with flexible filler or joint compound before repainting.

There are several warning signs that a ceiling crack is connected to a larger issue. For starters, if the crack is wider than 1/8 inch or longer than 12 inches, you might have a more serious problem. The same applies if you have multiple smaller cracks or cracks going across the ceiling and down the wall. In any of these situations, you should ask a professional to assess the damage.

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