Basic
$147 – $491 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 Newark, New Jersey typically costs $173 to $578 each as of 2026. Prices reflect local labor and material rates. Use our calculator below for a detailed, ZIP-code-adjusted estimate.
Prices in Newark are 18.0% higher than the national average for repair plaster cracks.
National average: $150 – $500 each
$147 – $491 each
Cracks opened, fiberglass mesh tape set in setting compound, skimmed and sanded ready for paint
$173 – $578 each
Cracks opened and undercut, loose edges re-secured, mesh tape in setting compound, two skim coats, sanded
$217 – $723 each
Cracks opened, loose plaster re-secured with washers, mesh in setting compound, wide skim feathered, primed
| Component | Category | Price Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | material | $74 – $248 | each |
| Labor | labor | $67 – $221 | each |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $20 – $66 | each |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $13 – $44 | each |
Labor costs in Newark run proportionally higher than materials, which may favor material-heavy solutions.
Connect with local repair plaster cracks contractors in Newark for personalized quotes based on your specific project.