Plasterers
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Plasterers cover new plasterboard installation, ceiling repairs, cornice work, ornamental plaster and rendering. The trade splits roughly into wall and ceiling liners, who fix plasterboard, and solid plasterers, who render brick and blockwork. Licensing varies: many states have no occupational licence for plastering, though larger jobs in NSW and Queensland do require one, so always ask what applies to your job.
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List your business, freeHow to choose a good Plasterer
- Ask for photos of recent finished work, especially ceilings and cornices, where poor jointing shows up under raking light.
- Confirm public liability insurance, since plastering is unlicensed in many states and insurance is your main protection.
- Match the plasterer to the job: wall and ceiling lining, solid rendering and heritage ornamental work are different skills.
- Check whether the quote includes sanding to a paint-ready finish and removal of dust and offcuts.
- For water-damaged ceilings, ask whether they will find and report the leak source, not just patch the stain.
- Look for realistic scheduling: plaster needs drying time between coats, so beware anyone promising a same-day full skim and sand.
Questions to ask before you book
Frequently asked questions
Do plasterers need a licence in Australia?
It depends on the state and job value. NSW and Queensland require a licence for residential plastering above certain job values, while Victoria and most other states have no specific occupational licence for plastering itself. Wherever you are, ask about public liability insurance and, for bigger jobs, whether the work sits under a registered builder.
What is the difference between a Level 4 and Level 5 finish?
Level 4 is the standard Australian finish for most walls and ceilings: taped joints, three coats of jointing compound and a sand. Level 5 adds a thin skim coat over the entire surface for a flawless result under critical light, such as hallways with downlights or walls in gloss paint. Level 5 costs more, so confirm which one is quoted.
Can plasterboard be patched or does the whole sheet need replacing?
Small holes and cracks are usually patched invisibly by a good tradesperson. Sagging, water-stained or mouldy plasterboard generally needs cutting out and replacing, because wet plaster loses strength and mould grows inside the sheet. If a ceiling is drummy or bowing, get it inspected promptly, since collapsing ceilings are a genuine safety risk in older Australian homes.
