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Q: What does water damage on a plaster ceiling look like?

• <div><p>Look for flaking paint or air bubbles that burst and then flake away. Paint will begin to flake after being exposed to minimal moisture or water, so it&rsquo;s a good indicator of any water damage. If you notice your paint starting to flake, feel the plaster underneath to see if it is soft or damp.</p></div>

Q: Why are my walls cracking so much?

• <div><p>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 <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-inspect-your-foundation.htm">foundation inspected</a>, as cracks can also be a sign of a bigger issue. </p></div>

Q: Can I repair plaster ceilings myself?

• <div><p>You can <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/plaster-ceiling-repair.htm">repair plaster ceilings yourself</a> after the cause of the ceiling damage has been addressed. However, the repair can easily take 5 hours and can be slightly challenging for those without previous experience. If you do decide to flex your DIY muscle, have a helper to help hold the ladder and pass you the tools for safety purposes.</p></div>

Q: What size hole can you patch with spackle?

• <div><p>Smaller is better when patching holes with spackle. Any holes wider than four to six inches in diameter tend to be too wide to repair with spackle alone. You'll likely want to patch bigger holes with a drywall panel. </p><p>Even holes measuring up to 6 inches may be challenging to fill with spackle alone. For best results, purchase a wall repair patch made from wire mesh. Cut the patch to fit over the hole, then use the spackle to hold it in place. Apply the spackle over the patch as you would for a smaller hole.</p></div>

Q: Can you install drywall over plaster?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

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Last update on February 11, 2025

Reviewed in February 2025
The 9:24 renovations business is a bit unprofessional. Not careful about damaging my kitchen flooring. Owner wanted payment for service into his personal bank account not a business account. The owner was good but not great. No reimbursement for damaging my luxury vinyl floors and hacked up a...
9:24 Renovations
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Reviewed in November 2023
The Shield Exteriors team made a few visits to make sure everything was right, so the day of installation they got right to work. They finished in a few hours – including clean up! Their work is a great blessing for those of us who can no longer get up on a roof. I am a disabled veteran and the...
Shield Exteriors
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Reviewed in November 2022
We had a great experience. Everyone was very professional, and Ben helped us out a lot with any questions. We did have an issue with a screw going into a wire, but it was resolved quickly, and they paid for the repair. The roof looks great, and they got it done sooner than expected.
Perfect Steel Solutions
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Reviewed in March 2020
Walls were 10' high and ceilings had lathe and plaster and were very crooked. No issue for Wallart, they hung and finished everything without any problems. Everything looks great! Very happy. Will definitely have them out again for future work.
Wallart Drywall
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Reviewed in September 2019
Complete theif. 100% crook. Michael Fulleton bid a job to do siding, fix a deck, and repair drywall. We agreed to a price and amount of time to finish work, signed a contract and gave him a cashier's check for half the money ($5500). He gave me excuse after excuse why he couldn't start the job...
Fulleton Drywall Co.
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Reviewed in February 2017
After much looking around (many quotes and discussions with many roofing companies) I decided to hire Bigs to do my roofing job. The reason I hired them as opposed to the others was because they are a small family business and I felt they, quite frankly, took pride in their work. I am extremely...
BIGS ROOFING & REPAIRS
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Reviewed in January 2016
I'm from ft. Wayne and traveled to Auburn to look at a used car. My mechanic did not have time to look at mine so I called around Auburn locations and Barron's was able to squeeze me in on short notice. I could not have been more pleased. They did a thorough inspection even going as far as...
Barron's Automotive
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Reviewed in May 2015
Terrible! I work 3rd shift so when he came about noon my father met him at the rental property. My father is 71 yrs old and not very knowledgeable about repair work. We had people waiting to move in so I just wanted to get it over with. Mr. Battershell says he doesn't want to go into the crawl...
Dave Battershell
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Reviewed in March 2015
I hired Everdry to waterproof my foundation & to replace,or repair any existing walls and waterproof around entire foundation. After service department personnel returned to complete substandard work, I was then satisfied. Everdry team needs to improve on the following areas. Communicate better...
Everdry Waterproofing Toledo
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Reviewed in January 2014
Brad May was very very accomodating to work with. His pricing was very fair. He came to work on the repair on the same day we called and even when the weather was very bad. He was very careful not to do any damage to our house and he did the work fast and very well. We are very satisfied...
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Compa's Construction Company, LLC

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Serving Paulding, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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Offers commercial services

"They did my bathroom remodel and were wonderful. Great crew friendly professional and good at their work. Pricing was great. Would recommend to do your projects will have them do future projects at my place."

Response time4 hrs

Response rate94%

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Serving Paulding, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

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Customers say: Quick response

"Josh was very professional, organized, and a great communicator. We will definitely contact him for other projects and have recommended him to others."

Response time1 day

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Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Grayhawk Contracting & Trim Limited

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Serving Paulding, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I would highly recommend GrayHawk Contracting! They did an amazing job on our floors and trim! We ran into a problem with the plumbing, but they were able to handle it for us. The floors and trim looked great after they were done! Great Job!!"

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Response time2 hrs

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Serving Paulding, OH and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Ryan was very professional and communicative. He did a great job on the work I needed done. I would recommend using him again in the future."

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PESCO Handyman Services, LLC

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Serving Paulding, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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Emergency services offered

"Great guy who will treat you like a friend and always give you good advice even on other projects"

Response time3 days

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RA DRYWALL

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Serving Paulding, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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Offers commercial services

RA DRYWALL is your go to for all of your drywall needs. We work tirelessly to meet and exceed your expectations and constantly strive for perfection. Give us a call today and let’s get started!

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Danny Kinser

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Serving Paulding, OH and surrounding areas

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I am known to be able to fix most anything. If you need something fixed, I'm your man!

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Dun Better Maintenance

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Hi I'm Todd starting Dun Better Maintenance not quit up and running to full par yet I'm a guy with 14 years handyman/property maintenance experience

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I’m a one-stop shop for all your maintenance needs, with a knack for tech and a wide range of skills in various trades. Nothing too big to tackle and nothing too simple I won’t accept. Not to mention I can promise to beat larger companies and there estimates every single time\n\n

Serving Paulding, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

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"The guys were amazing. Punctual, polite, and the best hanging and finish I ve ever had. I will only use them in the future."

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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

Look for flaking paint or air bubbles that burst and then flake away. Paint will begin to flake after being exposed to minimal moisture or water, so it’s a good indicator of any water damage. If you notice your paint starting to flake, feel the plaster underneath to see if it is soft or damp.

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.

You can repair plaster ceilings yourself after the cause of the ceiling damage has been addressed. However, the repair can easily take 5 hours and can be slightly challenging for those without previous experience. If you do decide to flex your DIY muscle, have a helper to help hold the ladder and pass you the tools for safety purposes.

Smaller is better when patching holes with spackle. Any holes wider than four to six inches in diameter tend to be too wide to repair with spackle alone. You'll likely want to patch bigger holes with a drywall panel.

Even holes measuring up to 6 inches may be challenging to fill with spackle alone. For best results, purchase a wall repair patch made from wire mesh. Cut the patch to fit over the hole, then use the spackle to hold it in place. Apply the spackle over the patch as you would for a smaller hole.

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.

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