Basic
$128 – $426 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 Milwaukee, Wisconsin typically costs $151 to $502 each as of 2026. Prices reflect local labor and material rates. Use our calculator below for a detailed, ZIP-code-adjusted estimate.
Prices in Milwaukee are 3.0% higher than the national average for repair plaster cracks.
National average: $150 – $500 each
$128 – $426 each
Cracks opened, fiberglass mesh tape set in setting compound, skimmed and sanded ready for paint
$151 – $502 each
Cracks opened and undercut, loose edges re-secured, mesh tape in setting compound, two skim coats, sanded
$188 – $627 each
Cracks opened, loose plaster re-secured with washers, mesh in setting compound, wide skim feathered, primed
| Component | Category | Price Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | material | $63 – $212 | each |
| Labor | labor | $59 – $196 | each |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $17 – $56 | each |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $11 – $38 | each |
Labor costs in Milwaukee run proportionally higher than materials, which may favor material-heavy solutions.
Connect with local repair plaster cracks contractors in Milwaukee for personalized quotes based on your specific project.