Home Services Guidelines and Best Practices
Plaster Repair
Plaster Repair guidelines, FAQs and unit pricing information
January 2017
Are you looking for independent, trustworthy advice about Plaster Repair? Do you need to understand common installation options? If your project calls for Plaster Repair work, the following guidelines and best practices will help you understand: Is a subcontractor really necessary for Plaster Repair work? Will a permit be required? What are common problem areas? How much will Plaster Repair labor cost? What are the important Plaster Repair quality checks that should be included in the work requirements?
Plaster Repair - Frequently Asked Questions
| What is a fair price for Plaster Repair? | Costs vary with project size, job quality and time of year. For typical Plaster Repair expect to pay between $260.75 to $298.00 for each plaster patch. Additional fees are typically charged for small projects or rush jobs. |
| Is a permit needed for Plaster Repair work? | Design approval and permits from your local building department are not required for Plaster Repair. If your home is subject to homeowner association (HOA) covenants, you should verify that your Plaster Repair project complies with association guidelines. |
| Is it worth using a professional to perform Plaster Repair work? | The operation and performance of the plaster patch may be adversely affected by inexperience or poor installation techniques. Hire service providers for Plaster Repair carefully and be sure to tie payment milestones to appropriate quality checks (from the list below). |
| Is Plaster Repair something that I can do myself? | The typical Plaster Repair project involves tasks that are best performed by experienced professionals. Good quality Plaster Repair requires considerable experience, skill and attention to detail. Do it yourself mistakes are noticeable, may be difficulty to remedy and may actually reduce the market value of the project and your home. |
| How many days are typically required to complete the Plaster Repair work? | This work can be completed in 3 to 5 days. |
Plaster Repair - Options, Quality Checks and Important Details
Use the list below to document your expectations for level of detail and finish quality for Plaster Repair. Make sure that relevant information is included in any written contracts or work orders on your project. Before any Plaster Repair work begins, review the checklist with the service provider. Tie payments to satisfactory completion of this checklist.
- The layout, location, style and finish appearance of ALL materials used in Plaster Repair will be approved by owner, before any work begins
- Installed plaster patch surface variations along a 4 foot straight edge will not exceed 1/16 inch - from any location along any direction
- The plaster patch surface and surface finish will be free of surface defects, irregularities and any physical damage
- All visible plaster patch surfaces will have a consistent texture and uniform sheen
Plaster Repair - Work Milestones and Project Reminders
The following list summarizes work tasks commonly performed during Plaster Repair. These tasks help ensure proper completion of the plaster patch work and compliance with common manufacturer and vendor warranty requirements. Make sure that either you or your service provider takes responsibility for each of these tasks. All service provider task responsiblities should be clearly called out in the written contract or work orders.
- Determine if permit is required for Plaster Repair by local building authority, before any work begins
- Complete written contract, including scope of work, quality checks, warranty, timing and payment terms; ensure that contract is signed before work begins
- Prepare area for safe, efficient work; move items that restrict work access or are vulnerable to damage; cover and protect items that cannot be moved
- Cover and adequately protect the installed plaster patch from damage during completion of additional work
- Apply texturing / joint compound to match and visually blend with texture of adjacent surface
- Inspect Plaster Repair and verify that all quality requirements and punch list items are completed correctly
- Submit final payment in exchange for signed lien release; final payment amount should be adjusted for excess material to be returned and tasks not performed; pay with a check to ensure expense can be verified for tax purposes
