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Avatar for ALCANTARA PAINTING AND DRYWALL LLC
ALCANTARA PAINTING AND DRYWALL LLC
4.8(
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Plaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Sumter, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

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"Marcos Alacantara and his son the owner of Alacantara Painting and Drywall did an excellent job turning my back patio into a nice screened porch. They were very Proffessional ,prompt , proficient and price d reasonable. During the process Mr. Alcantara kept the lines of communication open i knew what he and his team was doing at all times. So if you want a paint, drywall any home improvement ideas this is the company you can't go wrong."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
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Ace Handyman Services of Richland and Lexington County
5.0(
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Plaster - Repair

Serving Sumter, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

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Welcome to Ace Handyman Services of Richland and Lexington County ! Family-owned and operated with over 25+ years of experience in the industry! We take pride in the quality of our work and the customer satisfaction we provide to each and every customer! We are known for paying exquisite attention to detail, making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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H H Drywall, LLC
5.0(
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Plaster - Repair

Serving Sumter, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Customers say: Quick response

H H Drywall, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with our ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. At H H Drywall, LLC big or small we rock it all!

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Garcia Brothers Drywall & Painting
New to Angi
Plaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Sumter, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Offers commercial services

At Garcia Brothers Drywall & Painting we pride ourselves on being the best Drywall & Painting company in the area. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

Response time10 mins
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Harrison Plastering Company
4.5(
1
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Plaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Sumter, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

With over 30 years, Harrison's Plastering Company is the solution for all your Plastering and Drywall needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed!

Response time10 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Super Drywall LLC
4.0(
2
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Plaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Sumter, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With over 5 years of experience in the home improvement industry, Super Drywall LLC is your industry expert in Dorchester county and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

All plaster walls will crack over time due to normal house settling and expansion and contraction from temperature and moisture changes. Small, thin hairline cracks are generally not serious and are mostly a cosmetic issue. However, larger or more significant cracks can indicate structural problems.

Here's how to tell the difference:

  • Cosmetic Cracks: Cracks that are 0.5 cm (0.2 inches) or thinner are typically cosmetic.

  • Structural Cracks: Cracks wider than 0.5 cm, excessive or deep cracks, multiple cracks in the same area, or cracks that span around corners can signify a structural or foundation issue. Cracks along the joints where walls meet the ceiling also warrant attention.

For cracks wider than 0.5 cm, structural repair is needed. If a crack is 2.5 cm (1 inch) or wider, or if you notice any signs of a structural problem, it is best to contact a plaster repair professional to assess the damage.

Yes, you can apply new plaster over an existing plaster surface, such as a wall or ceiling, provided the old plaster is in good condition. Before you begin, check the stability of the existing plaster. The surface must be clean, free of loose material, and have no peeling paint. It is also recommended to roughen the surface slightly to promote adhesion. For older plaster, applying a base coat like a PVA emulsion or a specific bonding agent or primer is crucial. This step makes the existing plaster less porous and ensures the new and old layers adhere properly for a smooth, long-lasting finish.

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.

If you already have plaster walls and ceilings, adding new plaster costs $2 to $10 per square foot. For an average-sized room, that would come out to $1,200 to $10,000. However, the cost to replace plaster with drywall is higher—running between $720 and $1,250 for a 10-by-8-foot wall or ceiling (not including drywall finishing).

You can put certain types of plaster over other types, but doing so isn't always the best idea. For example, putting a coat of gypsum over lime plaster is possible, but doing so will limit the lime plaster's breathability and potentially affect its performance.

Since cement plaster tends to leave a textured surface, no matter how much you smooth it, some people prefer to use gypsum plaster as a topcoat over cement plaster, creating a smoother surface.

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