Basic
$133 – $445 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 Washington, District of Columbia typically costs $157 to $523 each as of 2026. Prices reflect local labor and material rates. Use our calculator below for a detailed, ZIP-code-adjusted estimate.
Prices in Washington are 5.0% higher than the national average for repair plaster cracks.
National average: $150 – $500 each
$133 – $445 each
Cracks opened, fiberglass mesh tape set in setting compound, skimmed and sanded ready for paint
$157 – $523 each
Cracks opened and undercut, loose edges re-secured, mesh tape in setting compound, two skim coats, sanded
$196 – $654 each
Cracks opened, loose plaster re-secured with washers, mesh in setting compound, wide skim feathered, primed
| Component | Category | Price Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | material | $70 – $236 | each |
| Labor | labor | $55 – $182 | each |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $19 – $63 | each |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $13 – $42 | each |
Connect with local repair plaster cracks contractors in Washington for personalized quotes based on your specific project.