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Areas in Sunshine Coast
Plasterers based across the areas of Sunshine Coast.
Where the plasterers are
32plasterers
+ 2 more areas in Sunshine Coast
Plasterers in Caloundra
12 based here · Area
Plasterers in Buderim
7 based here · Area
Plasterers in Maroochy
6 based here · Area
Plasterers in Sunshine Coast Hinterland
3 based here · Area
Plasterers in Nambour
2 based here · Area
Plasterers in Noosa
1 based here · Area
What to expect when hiring plasterers in Sunshine Coast
How to choose one, what the job should cost, what a good quote includes and which licence to check.
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How to choose a good plasterer in Sunshine Coast
Sunshine Coast 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 4 reviews. Of the 18 rated plasterers based in Sunshine Coast, 6 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
- 4.57
- typical reviews
- 4
- what the best have
- 4.8★ · 10+
Star rating
83% of plasterers here have a perfect 5.0
Number of reviews
Half have 4 or fewer reviews
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 Sunshine Coast. 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 Sunshine Coast. All timber — cabinetry, joinery, framing, flooring — should be termite-treated or a naturally resistant species. Annual inspections are essential.
High Demand — Book Tradies Further Ahead
Most of Sunshine Coast has high renovation activity — plasterer professionals in the area tend to book further in advance. Getting quotes early gives you the best choice of timing and availability.
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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