Expert Plaster Repair and Restoration for Period & Modern Homes
Cracks in walls, sagging ceilings, damp damage, or failed plaster repairs? Don’t ignore the signs, they’ll only get worse with time. At AJS Plastering, we offer expert plaster repair and restoration services across Oldham, helping homeowners, landlords, and property managers preserve, rebuild, and restore plaster surfaces to a like-new condition or even better.
Why Plaster Repair Matters
- ️Save Time and Money
Early repair prevents the need for full re-plastering or drywall replacement later. We restore only what’s needed, saving you cost and disruption.
- ️Maintain Structural and Surface Integrity
Wall cracks and ceiling sags may indicate deeper issues. Our process not only covers surface damage but addresses the underlying cause — whether it’s movement, moisture, or poor installation.
- ️Perfectly Smooth Finish, Seamlessly Blended
We don’t just “patch” — we finish to an invisible blend, feathering new work into existing walls and textures so the repair becomes part of the original.
Who We Work With
🏠 Homeowners in period or modern homes
🏢 Landlords and property managers
🏛️ Conservation property owners
🧱 Builders needing remedial or finishing works
🖌️ Painters/decorators needing wall prep
Common Repair Issues We Solve
We offer a range of render types to suit every project:
- Hairline or structural cracks in walls and ceilings
- Sagging or bulging plasterboard/plaster ceilings
- Flaking or blown areas due to age or moisture
- Crumbling corners and edges
- Water-damaged ceilings from roof leaks or plumbing issues
- Patchy or botched DIY plastering
- Heritage lime plaster conservation and rebuilds
Why AJS Plastering?
✅ Over 20 years of real plaster repair experience
✅ Knowledge of both traditional and modern materials
✅ Affordable quotes with no hard-sell tactics
✅ Trusted by homeowners and trades in Oldham
✅ Fast response and minimum disruption
Our Step-by-Step Repair Process
- Diagnosis and Consultation
We determine the root cause of the damage — structural movement, damp, poor adhesion, etc. - Safe Removal of Damaged Plaster
We cut back only the affected areas, keeping surrounding finishes intact and protected. - Surface Stabilisation
Use of bonding agents, base coats, or mesh reinforcement where needed to prevent repeat failure. - Replaster or Patch Skim
We apply matching plaster layers — gypsum or lime — and feather edges to blend in seamlessly. - Finishing and Drying
Final polish, touch-ups, and advice on drying time and decorating over.
Our Materials & Techniques
Gypsum plaster for standard indoor repairs
Bonding and hardwall for deeper fills and rekeying
Lime plaster for listed and traditional buildings
Mesh or scrim tape for crack control
Skim finish with high-quality multi-finish plasters
We tailor every repair to the material, substrate, and finish — whether modern or traditional.
Common Questions
Small cracks often aren’t structural but sagging ceilings, major wall gaps or cracks over 5mm wide may need inspection.
No, we use feathering and blending techniques to make repairs invisible after painting.
Minor cracks can be done in hours. Full ceiling or corner rebuilds may take 1–2 days + drying.
Yes, we specialise in lime-based conservation work, using compatible breathable materials.
Absolutely, we often take over DIY or builder patch-ups and bring the wall back to perfect.