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Is your plaster past its prime?

After 12 years in the trade, we’ve seen every wall tell its story. Here are the top 5 warning signs that it’s time to call in the pros:

1. Hairline cracks – Settling or poor drying
2. Blown plaster – Hollow sound when tapped
3. Damp patches – Rising salts or leaks
4. Sagging ceilings – Lath failure in older homes
5. Peeling paint – No primer or moisture behind

Our Fix: We assess, repair the substrate (lath or board), apply a PVA bonding coat, then scratch + finish skim for a glass-smooth result.

Pro Tip: Never paint over blown plaster — it’ll crack in 6 months.