Best Plasterers in Hamilton
We assessed 8 plasterers in Hamilton and ranked the top 5 on public rating quality, review volume and how recent the reviews are. No business can pay for a place in these rankings. Last updated 15 August 2026. How we rank →
Before you hire
Whether it is interior GIB stopping or exterior plaster, the quality of plastering shows up under paint and raking light, so a smooth finish is what you are paying for. External Plastering is its own Licensed Building Practitioner licence class, so ask an exterior plasterer for their LBP number. Ask what level of finish is quoted, whether the price includes sanding and clean-up, and how they handle dust control inside an occupied home, and get the scope in writing, since small jobs are often quoted verbally and then disputed.
Top 5 Plasterers in Hamilton
The top 5 plasterers in Hamilton are #1 Sharper Edge Decorating, #2 Tomar Contracting, #3 No Limits Plasterers, #4 Impact Plaster and Paint, and #5 Marc One Plastering, ranked by Top5 score. Scroll for our take on each, plus what to ask before you hire.
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Sharper Edge Decorating
★ 5.0 27 reviews Top5 Score 1435★ 27Sharper Edge Decorating takes on interior and exterior plastering work, including hole repairs, full-room replasters, and bathroom replastering, then paints to finish so clients get one trade for the whole job. Luke keeps clients informed at every stage, sticks to quoted prices, and has finished multiple jobs ahead of schedule.
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Tomar Contracting Limited - Hamilton & Waikato
verifiedVerified★ 4.6 21 reviews +1 Top5 Score 139 +55★ 19 1★ 2Tomar Contracting handles wallpaper stripping, skim coating, and GIB replacement as part of full interior makeovers, taking the job from bare walls through to painted finish without the client needing to coordinate separate trades. Jobs arriving on time and within budget comes up repeatedly, and the team takes on scope additions at short notice without disruption.
location_on 59 Boundary Road, Claudelands, Hamilton schedule Mon–Sat 6am–8pm · Sun Closed
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No Limits Plasterers (2024) Ltd
★ 5.0 13 reviews Top5 Score 1345★ 13No Limits Plasterers covers skim coating, ceiling repairs, and wall replastering, including cases where the alternative would have been full re-gibbing. Kerryn coordinates quotes and scheduling up front, and the team has turned up on the date promised without clients needing to follow up.
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Impact Plaster and Paint
★ 5.0 9 reviews Top5 Score 1295★ 9Impact Plaster and Paint gets plaster-clad homes through repair and repaint projects, covering exterior plaster repairs, maintenance work to meet mortgage requirements, and full surface preparation before painting. Nick guides clients through quoting with clear communication and flexibility, then sees jobs through to a finish that neighbours notice.
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Marc One Plastering
★ 5.0 9 reviews Top5 Score 1295★ 9Marc One Plastering suits repeat renovation work well, with several clients returning across multiple projects and stages without issues. They match new plasterwork to existing finishes, stick to quoted prices, and clean up after each job, making them straightforward to bring back when the next stage starts.
location_on 44 College Drive, Gordonton, Hamilton
Before you hire a plasterer in Hamilton
Drawn from 81 customer reviews collected for this page. The first answer is what it costs.
What does plastering and GIB stopping typically cost in New Zealand? expand_more
Labour for stopping and finishing plasterboard runs between $15 and $35 per square metre, depending on the number of coats and finish level required. Some contractors price by the sheet instead, with rates ranging from $25 to $60 per sheet depending on complexity.
Hamilton rates tend to sit below Auckland and Wellington prices due to lower demand and labour costs in the region. Ceilings, repairs to existing plaster, and difficult access all push costs higher than straightforward new-build wall work.
What level of finish should I ask for, and what does it mean? expand_more
Level 4 is the standard for most residential interiors and involves taping, two coats of stopping compound, and a sand-back, which suits flat or low-sheen paints under normal lighting. Level 5 adds a full skim coat across the entire surface and is worth specifying anywhere that gets strong raking light, such as a wall beside a large window, or where you plan to use high-gloss paint.
The difference between the two levels can add 20 to 40 percent to the plastering cost, so it is worth being selective rather than specifying Level 5 throughout. Put the finish level in writing before work starts so there is no dispute about what was quoted.
How do I tell good plastering from a rushed job? expand_more
Run a straight edge or raking light across finished walls before painting, as any hollow ridges, visible joint lines, or proud screw heads will show clearly under those conditions. Reviewers in Hamilton praised plasterers who left surfaces ready for painters without the need for remedial sanding, which is the benchmark to hold your contractor to. A well-finished job also means dust is contained and the site is cleaned up, with several local reviewers specifically calling out tidy work as a mark of a professional team.
What are the warning signs of a plasterer you shouldn't hire? expand_more
- –A quote given verbally only, with no written scope, leaves room for disputes about what finish level or preparation work was included.
- –Screw heads or joint lines that become visible after the first coat of paint is applied signal inadequate stopping or a skipped sand-back.
- –Sanding dust left throughout an occupied home, including on furniture and in other rooms, points to poor dust management and a lack of care.
- –A contractor who is slow to respond when defects are flagged after painting is a red flag, as fixing issues post-paint is costly.
- –One negative Hamilton review described workmanship so poor the reviewer warned others away entirely, a reminder that rock-bottom pricing can carry real risk.
- –Reluctance to provide a fixed price in writing before starting suggests the final invoice may not match what was discussed.
What should you ask before hiring a plasterer? expand_more
- –Ask what finish level is included in the quote and confirm whether that means Level 4 or Level 5, in writing.
- –Confirm whether sanding, priming preparation, and site clean-up are included, or whether those are charged separately.
- –Ask how dust will be managed if you are living in the home during the work, including whether doorways and vents will be sealed.
- –Get confirmation that the quote is fixed and covers the full scope, not an estimate that can shift once work begins.
- –Ask how long after completion they will return to address any screw pops or joint lines that become visible once painting is done.
- –Check the expected timeline between plastering completion and when painters can start, as stopping compound needs adequate drying time between coats.
Also recommended plasterers in Hamilton
Ranked 6 to 8 on the same public review record.
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Unique Fixing Limited
↑ 1★ 5.0 5 reviews Top5 Score 1225★ 5Unique Fixing delivers GIB fixing on new builds at pace, with problems flagged and resolved on the spot rather than left for the client to chase up. Reviewers were drawn in partly by seeing the finished result on a neighbouring property, and their own jobs came back clean, tidy, and at a competitive price.
location_on 5 Moonlight Drive, Rototuna North, Hamilton
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Vada Interiors | Venetian Plaster | Microcement
★ 5.0 5 reviews Top5 Score 1225★ 5Vada Interiors brings Venetian plaster and microcement work to a finish that reviewers describe as high-standard and detail-focused across every job. Jack leads with a genuine commitment to getting the result right, and the broader team carries that same standard through to completion.
location_on 443 Te Rapa Road, Te Rapa, Hamilton
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Frankton Plasterers Ltd
★ 5.0 3 reviews Top5 Score 1175★ 3We generate summaries once a business has enough reviews for a reliable sample.
location_on 83 Newcastle Road, Dinsdale, Hamilton
About this ranking
What the 8 plasterers listed above hold, at the 15 August 2026 check.
We first assessed plasterers in Hamilton in June 2026 and have rechecked the ranking once since. Across the 7 locations we assess plasterers in, the 57 businesses listed have a median rating of 5.0, and one-star reviews are 1.2% of their total.
What has changed since June 2026? expand_more
- Aug 2026
Scoring method updated. Vada Interiors entered the list at #7.
- Jun 2026
First check. Sharper Edge Decorating #1.
How are the top plasterers in Hamilton chosen? expand_more
We build this page from Google Maps results for plasterers in Hamilton. Each one is scored on its public rating and review record. Businesses outside the area, or whose reviews describe a different line of work, are left out. A business whose website no longer resolves and that has had no Google review for six months is treated as dormant and left off the page until either changes. Every category and city is rechecked on a rolling cycle, about every two to three months. A location with a subscribing business is rechecked every month, and the whole page updates with it. See how we rank for the full method.
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Why isn't my business listed? expand_more
We build this page from Google Maps results for plasterers in Hamilton. The usual reasons for missing out are a Google Business category that does not match, too few reviews to score near the top, or an address outside the area we cover. Sometimes we miss a business that should be here. Check where you rank first. If you are not there and think you should be, get in touch.