wall crack in West Midlands (51)

Cracked walls. Flaky ceilings. Fresh start? Whether you're covering over the old or starting from scratch, plastering can make your space feel brand new. Smooth walls, sharper lines, and a finish that lasts; it's all in the handiwork.

At Checkatrade, we help you find the right plastering tradesperson in West Midlands without the stress.

Plastering in West Midlands: Find the right tradesperson for the job

Everyone on our site has passed up to 12 checks before joining, and you can read real reviews and recommendations from customers just like you. So whether it’s patching up a hallway, or re-plastering an entire home, book with Checkatrade for a job done right.

Plastering in West Midlands can cover a wide range of jobs:

• Skimming over existing plaster
• Full wall and ceiling re-plastering
• Plasterboarding and taping
• Patching holes or cracks
• Plastering over artex

Average cost of plastering in West Midlands

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Lime plastering:

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Magnetic plastering:

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Polished plastering:

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Lath plastering:

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Quotes usually include materials, labour, and finishing. Some specialist plasterers may charge more for lime plaster or intricate cornice work. Always check if prep work (like removing wallpaper or Artex) is included.

Jobs can take from a few hours (patch repair) to a week or more (whole house).

Plastering in West Midlands: Homeowners vs Renters

Homeowners

• You’re usually responsible for arranging and paying for plastering work
• If it’s part of a renovation, you may need building regulations approval, especially for older homes or extensions

Renters

• Speak to your landlord before hiring anyone
• Repairs to cracked or damaged walls are generally their responsibility, but cosmetic fixes (like smoothing over Artex) may be down to you, especially if it’s by choice not necessity
• If in doubt, get the OK in writing

Emergency plasterers in West Midlands

Urgent plastering jobs do happen. You might need a plasterer quickly if:

• There’s a ceiling collapse or serious water damage
• A wall is unsafe due to loose plaster
• You’ve had emergency repairs that left holes, such as after rewiring or a leak

If it’s urgent, you can use our search tool to find an emergency plastering services in West Midlands.

Find plastering services for the job you need in West Midlands

Checkatrade tradespeople can help with:

• Wall and ceiling skimming
• Artex removal and plastering
• Plasterboarding and drylining
• Fireplace removal and re-plastering
• Lime plastering
• Damp-proof plaster systems
• Decorative cornicing
• External rendering

Whatever the job, you can post it, get quotes, and compare reviews from customers just like you.