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Avatar for The Patch Boys of Hampton Roads
The Patch Boys of Hampton Roads
4.6(
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Plaster - Repair

Serving Suffolk, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We looked at a few options for fixing dry and plaster cracks in our home - the patch boys were the cheapest. Very responsive over phone and text. Had a few issues come up after the first fix, but they were quick in coming back to ensure all areas were taken care of. Highly recommend!"
Response time11 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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LJK Drywall
4.9(
141
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Plaster - Repair

Serving Suffolk, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I highly recommend LJK Drwall to anyone looking for any drywall and plaster work. Roberto and his team showed up on time and kept me informed of progress. The quality of workmanship is top notch. We had extensive areas in need of drywall repair and replacement after having our home replumbed due to a leak from Quest water supply lines. Due to the outstanding work of LJK Drywall you literally cannot tell there was ever any damage."
Response time4 hrs
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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F and A Home Improvement, LLC
5.0(
21
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Plaster - Repair

Serving Suffolk, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Did a flawless job on a drywall repair of multiple rooms. Was even able to save an entire wall I thought needed to be replaced. Will hire again for all drywall and painting needs"
Response time7 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Grady's Painting Plastering/Construction
2.0(
174
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - RepairPlaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Suffolk, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1969

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"When confronted with a crisis because of a copper plumbing burglary, Mr. Grady, of Grady's Painting, Plastering and Construction, willingly traveled many miles to come to my aid. Requesting only a $1.00 deposit against a $4,500.00 job, he masterfully reconstructed my nineteenth century lath and plaster hallway wall, also thoroughly compensating for a missing portion of a central stud unwittingly removed by a plumber! After his extensive search for appropriate composition and dimension of material, he replaced and replicated a section of my forty-year-old faux onyx tub surround with common white PVC sheet, tinted oil-based colors, glaze, paint brush, and a rag. His applied natural talents and superlative skills saved me thousands of dollars! On the basis of both professional conversation and knowledgeable observation, Mr. Grady possesses the intrinsic knowledge of old-world trades, the artistic capabilities, the problem=solving thought processes, and the personal work ethic to accomplish a broud scope of reconstruction and restoration."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Christian Williams
5.0(
1
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Plaster - Repair

Serving Suffolk, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"He knew exactly what he was doing and incredibly experienced. He’s very respectful and got my bookshelf built no problem, even when it didn’t include a manual and he only had a screen recording of the manual to go off of. He adapted to the video which was cool. Christian also built the shelf super fast. Will definitely be hiring him again if a project comes up."
Kitchen island build
Kitchen island build
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Frankie's Paint Design
3.7(
3
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Plaster - Repair

Serving Suffolk, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Frankie did a wonderful job on my small handyman work to assemble my TV stand, and also displayed my TV also in my bedroom. Great work from him. and will hire him again for future work on my home."
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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

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.

Venetian plaster is a highly durable wall finish that becomes a rock-like substance once dried, making it last longer than most other wall finishes. Its lifespan can range from decades to centuries, potentially lasting a lifetime. Key factors influencing its longevity include the quality of the initial application, whether it's properly sealed against moisture, and how the wall is maintained and treated (e.g., how often it is touched or bumped). Due to its mineral content, it can also develop a patina over time.

The tool you use to sand plaster will depend on the size of the project. If you’re just working on a small section of your wall to get rid of an uneven spot on the surface, hand-sanding might work. However, for larger projects, a drywall sander can make a huge difference when it comes to both time and elbow grease—and an orbital sander can help for detailed areas such as around ceiling fans.

In most cases, plaster repair will improve your home’s energy efficiency because a solid barrier of the insulative material helps keep conditioned air inside your home. Major plaster repair jobs like repairing large cracks or crumbling sections of plaster or applying a skim coat might make a noticeable difference in your heating and cooling bills. Not only can plaster repairs improve efficiency, but they can also reduce strain on your HVAC equipment, potentially saving you money on maintenance and repairs.

If the holes in the plaster are small, you can fill them with layers of patching plaster until they’re filled. After it dries, you can sand the plaster and paint over it. If the hole is much larger, consider using bonding plaster first and then a layer of patching plaster, completing the process with sanding and a layer of paint.

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