Basic
$130 – $433 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 Wilmington, Delaware typically costs $153 to $510 each as of 2026. Prices reflect local labor and material rates. Use our calculator below for a detailed, ZIP-code-adjusted estimate.
Prices in Wilmington are 4.0% higher than the national average for repair plaster cracks.
National average: $150 – $500 each
$130 – $433 each
Cracks opened, fiberglass mesh tape set in setting compound, skimmed and sanded ready for paint
$153 – $510 each
Cracks opened and undercut, loose edges re-secured, mesh tape in setting compound, two skim coats, sanded
$191 – $637 each
Cracks opened, loose plaster re-secured with washers, mesh in setting compound, wide skim feathered, primed
| Component | Category | Price Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | material | $65 – $218 | each |
| Labor | labor | $59 – $194 | each |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $17 – $58 | each |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $12 – $39 | each |
Labor costs in Wilmington run proportionally higher than materials, which may favor material-heavy solutions.
Connect with local repair plaster cracks contractors in Wilmington for personalized quotes based on your specific project.