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Grady's Painting Plastering/Construction
2.0(
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - RepairPlaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Trainer, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

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
Snoop & Sons
5.0(
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Plaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Trainer, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Customers say: Quick response

Snoop's & Sons is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 25 years of experience serving Maryland, MD and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Doyle Drywall Co
4.7(
137
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Trainer, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

"Fantastic, smooth. Builder's grade tape had pulled away from the existing drywall leaving cracks and rippling in the drywall. Replaced a section of drywall from a half wall that we damaged. Re-taped, spackled and smoothed to a nice pre-paint finish. Quick and efficient. Kept the area clean. Confirmed the damage was not due to bad roofing. Would use Larry again! He is extremely professional and courteous. A rare contractor in today's world.
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Noah’s Drywall llc
4.8(
491
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Trainer, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I can only say great things about JA Drywall. We had quite a complicated chimney repair. From the beginning of the process, this company stood out from all the others. Most companies did not return my calls. One did respond but never showed up to start work. The JA Drywall owner came to our initial appointment on time, evaluated the job and gave us a reasonable and fair estimate. The work crew then came on time and worked really hard for two days to repair the chimney. At each stage they kept us informed of progress. They did a wonderful job, kept the site clean and tidied up once job completed. On top of their excellent work, they are a team of friendly and courteous workers, who also took care of a few other things that needed attention. I would recommend this company to all who are looking for quality work by a friendly team at a reasonable price."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Luxury Home Improvements
4.9(
263
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Trainer, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went very well. Used LHI based on a recomendation of a co-worker. They did a terrific job remodelling our guest bathroom, replacing tge drywall in basement and installing new trim in it. They also painted several other rooms. Great experience. Very professional, punctual,reasonably priced contractors."
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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W N Painting & Remodeling
4.7(
134
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Serving Trainer, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great job overall. Had the entire house power washed and painted - aluminum siding and brick. The whole process took a few days but is necessary to do the job right. After power washing, they went over the whole house filling cracks with silicone, covered the windows, pulled back mulch and protected bushes from overspray. The applied two coats with a high quality paint and did a great job cleaning up. Highly recommend!"
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Joseph Sullivan Professional Painting
4.7(
299
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Trainer, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Let me start by saying that my husband is the one who did the walk-through estimate with Joe. I wasn't there and I can't verify that my husband explained exactly what we were looking for. But I was under the impression that the wallpaper would be sealed and the walls repaired so that when they were painted over, you wouldn't be able to tell there was wallpaper in the first place. We got an estimate from another company and they were planning on skimming the walls several times to create the smooth surface. I was under the impression that this was what Joe and his guys were doing, too.
I was wrong.
When the office was completed you could see the stripes where the pieces of wallpaper met. I was very unhappy with this and told Joe. To his credit, he immediately offered to fix the walls. His guys skimmed over the seams and repainted. The result, though was that now there are bands of a different texture, so it's still noticeable. 
If you're not looking too closely, the rooms look great. But when you pay attention to the details, you see things like where the guys painted over chips in the window sill, instead of sanding them out or filling them or whatever. There's a very noticeable wallpaper seam in the bedroom. Some of the edging is uneven. When they cleaned on the final day, the guys left drips of charcoal paint on the bathroom threshold. These are things I expect when WE paint our house, not when we pay someone a big ol' chunk of money to paint it.
That said, I would work with this company again. The paint crew guys were super professional and polite. We couldn't be there every day and we felt secure leaving them in our house. One of the guys even walked our dog one day because he was antsy. That goes above and beyond. We tipped them well.
Joe installed the molding himself, and he did a beautiful job. We had the ceiling painted charcoal and brought the color down about five inches on the wall. Then there's the molding, and then the lavender color we used on the walls. It's really quite stunning.
I'd love to give the company an A, but I do feel like there was some attention to detail lacking. I will make sure that the next time I hire them or any other painter I have every little thing spelled out in the estimate, so there's no room for interpretation.
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Installed wainscotting and tile floor.  Painted ceiling walls and woodwork
Installed Tile floor. Painted ceiling, walls and woodwork
Installed crown molding.  Painted ceiling, walls and woodwork.
Great detail in two story living room
Installed wainscotting. Painted ceiling, walls and woodwork

+5

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Dominic's Painting
4.6(
129
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Trainer, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner John and his assistant were very professional and clean. John does great work and has the experience and correct tools to properly sand the new spackle w out getting any drywall dust in the air. - He used a large specialty sanding disc w a shop vac connected to it. Which was a very fast and clean way to get the work done. - Credit should be given to any craftsman who invests in the right equipment for the job. As well as being able to do the drywall repairs AND paint. It's was not easy to find someone to do both. He supplied the paint. It was a perfect match using new paint made up w the old Sherman Williams color code. I would recommend hiring Dominic's Painting for any drywall repair, painting and/or skim coating."
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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

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’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.

Plaster provides a durable, soundproof, and moisture-resistant finish compared to drywall.

Plaster can be a difficult DIY to master, especially if you plan to plaster an entire room, rather than patch a small area. Before you begin a plaster DIY project, you need to know which tools and type of plaster to use. It's also important to know how to prepare the surface and apply the plaster for a smooth finish. If that all sounds like a lot of work, you may prefer hiring a local plaster repair contractor to do the job.

The cost to repair a ceiling after a water leak can vary, with averages ranging from $419 to $1,359, or $45 to $55 per square foot. Smaller patches may cost around $150. The final price depends on the size of the affected area and the extent of the damage. Remember that you will also need to repair the source of the leak, such as roof damage or a plumbing issue, which can cost an additional $200 to $1,550. Depending on the situation, you might also face costs for repainting or repairing floors. For an accurate estimate, it is best to get a quote from a professional.

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