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Grady's Painting Plastering/Construction
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Serving Romulus, NY and surrounding areas

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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
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Clear Side Home Improvement
4.2(
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Serving Romulus, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

"After showing up without the proper materials the first time, Rich and his crew showed up on time and did an excellent job repairing my ceiling and walls. I would definitely hire them again."
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Recommended by86%of homeowners
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High Tech Construction Co
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Serving Romulus, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The project took longer than I expected but everything turned out well.  I was pleased with the work.  Everyone worked hard to finish the job."
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Hollier Contracting
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Serving Romulus, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I have hired Hollier contracting for all of my repairs. From plumbing, drywall, pipe repair, appliance service, flooring, paint, fence repair, ceilings etc they have done it all! The price is always fair and the work is excellent. I would recommend their services to anyone looking for an amazing contractor!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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CUSTOM COATINGS PAINTING & HOME IMPROVEMENT
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Serving Romulus, NY and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Professional journeyman painter with 20 years experience in this trade. I am knowledgeable experienced & reliable. My goal is to ensure all of my customers are guaranteed satisfied with all the projects my company or I complete.LICENSED & INSURED...You can always count on us to ensure the job is done right. Our craftsmanship is untouchable all work is done l with precision and quality, & with outstanding attention to detail!!

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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

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.

Installing or repairing plaster on ceilings differs slightly from performing the same motions on a wall. You’ll apply slightly less plaster to lower the overall weight of the ceiling. Wall texturing is common, whereas most ceilings are smooth plaster. Tough coat plaster is strong, meaning you can use less while retaining a solid surface.

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.

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.

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.

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