Toronto, ON
Plaster Repair in Toronto, Ontario
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What to know about Plaster repair
Plaster repair is work on the walls and ceilings of older homes, where plaster was troweled on in coats over wood lath, and later over metal or gypsum lath, before drywall panels became the standard. A plaster wall is harder, denser and quieter than drywall and can last for generations, but it ages in its own ways: fine cracks that keep coming back, bulges where the plaster has let go of the lath, crumbling around old leaks and holes left behind by wiring or plumbing work.
Read our full guide to Plaster repairWhat changes in Toronto
We list 4 areas inside Toronto on their own pages, because a service area is drawn by each pro and does not always reach the whole city. For plaster repair, the part of town matters as much as the city.
Toronto is the principal city of a wider area we list under the name Greater Toronto Area, which takes in 27 other places. A pro's service area might be Toronto on its own or the whole of it — we match on the one they gave us.
Toronto publishes its own building-permit page, and it is linked below beside the rules that apply in Ontario. Whether plaster repair needs a permit is answered there, not in a quote.
The rules we can source for this work in Ontario cover general contracting and renovation. They are set out below with the page each one came from — the regulator's words, not ours.
Plaster repair costs in Toronto
Prices depend on the details of your project. We only publish price ranges when they’re backed by real LokalMatch quote data or reliable sources. Until then, here’s what usually changes the price:
- Size of the area and ceiling height
- Condition of the walls, trim or siding
- Amount of prep and repairs
- Number of colours and coats
- Paint quality
- Access, including stairwells and upper floors
How to choose plasterers in Toronto
- Ask how the painter will prepare the surfaces, since patching, sanding and priming matter as much as the paint.
- Get a written quote that lists which rooms or surfaces are included, the number of coats and who supplies the paint.
- Ask how they'll protect floors, furniture, landscaping and anything they can't move.
- In older homes, ask how they handle old paint that may contain lead.
- Look at recent work, paying attention to clean lines at ceilings and trim.
Questions to ask plasterers before you hire
- What prep work is included, such as patching, sanding, caulking and priming?
- How many coats are included, and what paint will you use?
- Are ceilings, trim, doors and closets part of the price?
- How will you protect my floors, furniture and plants?
- Can you show me proof of liability insurance?
- What happens if I notice touch-ups needed after you finish?
Plaster repair permits in Toronto
Some plaster repair work needs a permit or has to meet local bylaws. Rules vary by municipality, so ask your pro whether a permit is needed and who will apply for it — and check with your city or town if you’re unsure.
Published by Toronto
Licensing in Ontario
General contracting and renovation
Renovating an existing home generally doesn’t require an HCRA builder licence: HCRA says renovations or upgrades typically don’t make a home “new”. Ontario advises checking references, WSIB coverage and trade certificates before you hire.
Sources:HCRA – Do you need a licence?(opens in a new tab)Ontario – Your rights when starting home renovations or repairs(opens in a new tab)
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Guides about plaster repair
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Painters guide
A painting contractor, or house painter, applies paint, primer and stain to the surfaces of a home: walls, ceilings, trim and doors inside, and siding, trim, porches, fences and decks outside.
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Interior Painting guide
Interior painting covers the walls, ceilings, trim, doors, closets and stairwells inside a home. It's the painting job homeowners hire out most often, whether to freshen a single room, change a colour scheme before…
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Exterior Painting guide
Exterior painting and staining protect the outside of a house as much as they improve how it looks. A sound coat sheds rain, slows sun damage to wood and keeps moisture out of joints and board ends.
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Plaster Repair near Toronto
Common plaster repair questions
Is LokalMatch free for homeowners?
Yes. You never pay LokalMatch to request quotes or talk to pros. Professionals pay a fee to connect with homeowners whose projects fit their business.
How many pros will contact me?
We introduce you to a small number of relevant pros — usually no more than three — so you’re not flooded with calls. If fewer pros are available in your area, we’ll tell you instead of promising quotes we can’t deliver.
Do I have to hire someone?
No. Requesting quotes doesn’t commit you to anything. Compare your options and hire only if someone is the right fit.
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