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Avatar for Speedy Patch Drywall Repair (Cincinnati)
Speedy Patch Drywall Repair (Cincinnati)
4.9(
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Plaster - Repair

Serving Monroe, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Christian did a great job repairing the plaster damage in our living room. He was fast and efficient. When he uncovered some structural damage behind one section of wall he explained what needed to be done and only added a small amount to the original estimate. He is friendly and professional. I would highly recommend him!"
Response time6 hrs
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Peter J Grady
4.8(
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Monroe, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Peter Grady is very knowledgeable and a consummate professional. With his moisture meter he was able to assess whether or not I had a moisture problem in the ceiling under a bathtub, as well as diagnose and repair plaster walls. He has made door repairs for me in the past and all of his work is to a high standard and beautiful finish. Additionally, I feel very comfortable having him and his team interact with my tenants and as well as having him do work in my own home; I would recommend him highly to anyone seeking the highest quality work and consistency."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Tri State Complete Home Repair and Maintenance
4.5(
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Monroe, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"If you’re deciding between contractors, stop what you’re doing and hire TriState Complete Home and Repair. It’s a no brainer. Tim and his team bring level of experience and car far above those that’s we’ve worked with trying to remediate our home that was subjected to a fire. Even before hiring, Tim saved us over $20k by giving simple advise. We’ve so far worked with them to repair our ceiling and attic framing. They continued to save by being create and flexible. More importantly, their quality of work and care speaks for itself. This is the first of many repairs they have lined up for us so stay turned as we will report back. You won’t be disappointed working with Tim and his team."
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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

The short answer is yes, a sagging plaster ceiling is dangerous. Sagging plaster on a wall is something you should fix immediately, but it isn’t a major concern. If the same type of sagging occurs on a ceiling, however, you could be in danger of your ceiling falling in large chunks. When plaster sags, it loses its strength and ability to hold itself up. The bonds that hold it together are strong, though, so if a sagging area falls, it will take large pieces down with it.

Technically speaking, you can use drywall primer over plasters. However, oil-based primers work the most effectively on wall plasters. Meanwhile, water-based primers work just as well with drywalls. Nowadays, there are also universal primers suitable for drywall and plaster. Overall, you will be fine as long as you are using a trustworthy brand.

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.

If your premixed drywall mud is dried out or has begun to set in the bucket, you may be able to revive it by adding warm water and stirring. However, the first and most important step is to scrape off any hard, dried bits of drywall that may have accumulated toward the top of the container and throw them away because they will not easily reconstitute back into the drywall mud mix.

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.

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