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What to expect when hiring plasterers in St Lucia
Where plasterers near St Lucia are based, how to choose one, what the job should cost, what a good quote includes and which licence to check.
Where plasterers near St Lucia are based
Of the 71 plasterers listed, none are based in St Lucia, but 22 are within 10 km, the most in Sumner, Alderley and Archerfield. The other 33 are based more than 15 km away.
- based in St Lucia
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- based within 10 km
- 22
- based within 15 km
- 38
- based further away
- 33
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How to choose a good plasterer in St Lucia
St Lucia 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 45 rated plasterers within 15 km of St Lucia, 13 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
- 4.56
- typical reviews
- 4
- what the best have
- 4.8★ · 10+
Star rating
67% of plasterers here have a perfect 5.0
Number of reviews
Half have 4 or fewer reviews
How does that compare to other suburbs?
| Suburb | Average star rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| University Of Queensland49 plasterers4 typical reviews | 4.58 | 49 | 4 |
| St Lucia South48 plasterers5 typical reviews | 4.57 | 48 | 5 |
| Taringa47 plasterers6 typical reviews | 4.57 | 47 | 6 |
| South Brisbane Bc46 plasterers6 typical reviews | 4.56 | 46 | 6 |
| St Lucia45 plasterers4 typical reviews | 4.56 | 45 | 4 |
| Ironside45 plasterers4 typical reviews | 4.56 | 45 | 4 |
What plastering should cost in St Lucia
Plastering in St Lucia usually runs $154 – $264 for patch holes & cracks, and $2,104 – $7,667 for new plaster lining.
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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 St Lucia. All timber — cabinetry, joinery, framing, flooring — should be termite-treated or a naturally resistant species. Annual inspections are essential.
Apartment Area
Most properties in St Lucia 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.
Check Your Lease Before Booking
Over half of properties in St Lucia are rentals. If you're a tenant, check your lease before booking plasterer work — some jobs need landlord approval. End-of-lease services are in high demand here, so book well ahead.
Premium Finishes
Properties in St Lucia typically feature higher-end finishes and fittings. Ask your plasterer about their experience with premium materials — the right techniques and products make a real difference with quality surfaces.
High Demand — Book Tradies Further Ahead
St Lucia 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.
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- 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.
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Plasterer licensing in Queensland
Plasterer work may require registration in Queensland. 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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