Basic
$117 – $390 each
Cracks opened, fiberglass mesh tape set in setting compound, skimmed and sanded ready for paint

Repair cracks in plaster walls or ceilings (open, mesh-tape, fill with setting compound, skim and sand ready for paint) in one visit.
Repair Plaster Cracks in Birmingham, Alabama typically costs $138 to $459 each as of 2026. Prices reflect local labor and material rates. Use our calculator below for a detailed, ZIP-code-adjusted estimate.
Prices in Birmingham are 10.0% lower than the national average for repair plaster cracks.
National average: $150 – $500 each
$117 – $390 each
Cracks opened, fiberglass mesh tape set in setting compound, skimmed and sanded ready for paint
$138 – $459 each
Cracks opened and undercut, loose edges re-secured, mesh tape in setting compound, two skim coats, sanded
$172 – $574 each
Cracks opened, loose plaster re-secured with washers, mesh in setting compound, wide skim feathered, primed
| Component | Category | Price Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | material | $64 – $216 | each |
| Labor | labor | $45 – $147 | each |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $17 – $58 | each |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $12 – $38 | each |
Material costs in Birmingham run proportionally higher than labor, which may favor labor-intensive approaches.
Connect with local repair plaster cracks contractors in Birmingham for personalized quotes based on your specific project.