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What to expect when hiring plasterers in Canterbury
How to choose one, what the job should cost, what a good quote includes and which licence to check.
How to choose a good plasterer in Canterbury
Canterbury has plenty of well-reviewed plasterers to choose from. Use these numbers as a reference point when you compare profiles and quotes.
Most plasterers here are rated highly, so it helps to check how many reviews sit behind a rating. The typical plasterer has 6 reviews. Of the 74 rated plasterers within 15 km of Canterbury, 20 have 4.8 stars or more from at least 10 reviews.
SureQuote rankings take both star rating and review count into consideration to ensure you're seeing the best of the bunch. Updated October 2026.
- average rating
- 4.69
- typical reviews
- 6
- what the best have
- 4.8★ · 10+
Star rating
80% of plasterers here have a perfect 5.0
Number of reviews
Half have 6 or fewer reviews
How does that compare to other suburbs?
| Suburb | Average star rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Clemton Park83 plasterers6 typical reviews | 4.71 | 83 | 6 |
| Campsie77 plasterers6 typical reviews | 4.70 | 77 | 6 |
| Canterbury74 plasterers6 typical reviews | 4.69 | 74 | 6 |
| Hurlstone Park71 plasterers6 typical reviews | 4.68 | 71 | 6 |
| Earlwood71 plasterers6 typical reviews | 4.67 | 71 | 6 |
| Ashbury75 plasterers6 typical reviews | 4.65 | 75 | 6 |
What plastering should cost in Canterbury
Plastering in Canterbury usually runs $154 – $264 for patch holes & cracks, and $2,104 – $7,667 for new plaster lining.
What you'll pay comes down to the size of the job, the condition of what's being worked on, and the finish you choose. Get a few quotes to see your exact number — it's free.
Things to consider before you book
The local conditions that shape the job, the best time of year to book, and what to sort out before you choose a plasterer.
Apartment Area
Most properties in Canterbury are apartments or units. Let your plasterer know the building layout when booking — lift access, parking restrictions, and building noise hours can affect scheduling and equipment logistics.
Rental-Heavy Area
A large share of Canterbury properties are rentals. If you're a tenant, check whether your lease requires landlord approval before plasterer work. For end-of-lease services, book early — demand can be high.
Renovation Activity
Canterbury has solid renovation activity — popular plasterer professionals can book up. Getting quotes a couple of weeks ahead gives you better options.
What's in a good Plastering quote?
A good quote spells out how the job is priced and what's covered — labour, materials, prep and clean-up — so you're comparing like for like. Check what each plasterer's quote covers before you choose.
Worth knowing: getting two or three quotes is the simplest way to land a fair price — and it costs you nothing.
- 01Finish level
Level 4 or Level 5 in writing; the grade changes the price.
- 02Scope and exclusions
Every wall and ceiling listed, with patching not hidden out.
- 03Materials
Plasterboard type, cornice profile and compound, named.
- 04Itemised cost
Labour split from materials, with per square metre rates.
- 05Waste disposal
Offcuts and packaging removal in the quote.
- 06Deposit and payment
Deposit under 10 per cent, payments tied to stages.
Cheapest isn't always the best. Check these before you hire anybody.
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Plasterer licensing in New South Wales
Plasterer work may require registration in New South Wales. Requirements vary by state. Here's what to know before hiring.
What to look for
- Valid state building or trade licence displayed on quotes and advertising
- ABN with active GST registration
- Public liability insurance ($5M minimum)
- HIA or Master Builders membership
- AWCI ANZ membership (Association of Wall and Ceiling Industries)
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