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Suburbs in Capalaba
Plasterers based across the suburbs of Capalaba.
Where the plasterers are
9plasterers
Capalaba
Plasterers in Capalaba
3 based here · Suburb
Alexandra Hills
Plasterers in Alexandra Hills
2 based here · Suburb
Birkdale
Plasterers in Birkdale
2 based here · Suburb
Thorneside
Plasterers in Thorneside
1 based here · Suburb
Wellington Point
Plasterers in Wellington Point
1 based here · Suburb
What to expect when hiring plasterers in Capalaba
Where plasterers in Capalaba are based, how to choose one, what the job should cost, what a good quote includes and which licence to check.
Where plasterers are based in the Capalaba region
Capalaba has the most plasterers in the Capalaba region, while jobs in 4 suburbs (including Belmont and Chandler) will need tradies to travel in.
Plasterers based in each suburb
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How to choose a good plasterer in Capalaba
There are 7 rated plasterers based in Capalaba. Use these numbers as a reference point when you compare profiles and quotes.
Their average rating is 4.29 and the typical plasterer has 4 reviews. One has 4.8 stars or more from at least 10 reviews.
There aren't many plasterers based in Capalaba, so some may travel in from other parts of Redlands & Bayside. Ask about travel costs when you compare quotes.
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
- 4.29
- typical reviews
- 4
- what the best have
- 4.8★ · 10+
What plastering costs
Across Australia, plastering typically runs $154 – $264 for patch holes & cracks, and $2,104 – $7,667 for new plaster lining.
Local prices vary, so these are typical Australia-wide ranges, not a quote for Capalaba. 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.
Termite Risk — Timber
Termite activity is very high in most of Capalaba. All timber — cabinetry, joinery, framing, flooring — should be termite-treated or a naturally resistant species. Annual inspections are essential.
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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Do plasterers need a licence in QLD?
Plasterers need a licence in QLD for jobs over $3,300.
Plastering needs a Plastering drywall or Plastering solid licence. Smaller jobs inside a bigger licensed contract still need a licence.
- Licence
- Contractor licence (Plastering drywall)
- Categories
- Plastering solid
- Regulator
- Queensland Building and Construction Commission
Sources: Queensland Building and Construction Commission Act 1991, qbcc.qld.gov.au, Queensland Building and Construction Commission Regulation 2018. Checked 16 Oct 2026.
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