Best Plasterers in Napier and Hastings
Every plasterer in Napier and Hastings we could assess is listed here, ranked on their public review record: rating quality, review volume and how recent the reviews are. No business can pay for a place in these rankings. Last updated 15 July 2026. How we rank →
Before you hire
The quality of plastering and GIB stopping shows up under paint and raking light, so a smooth finish is what you are paying for. 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. Get the scope in writing, as small jobs are often quoted verbally and then dispute the extent of the work.
Top 4 Plasterers in Napier and Hastings
The top 4 plasterers in Napier and Hastings are Atlas Fibrous Plaster Co, Impressive Plastering, KB Plastering, and TJ Decorating, ranked by Top5 score. Scroll for our take on each, plus what to ask before you hire.
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Atlas Fibrous Plaster Co
★ 4.4 10 reviews Top5 Score 1235★ 7 4★ 1 3★ 1 2★ 1Atlas Fibrous Plaster Co gets gib stopping and coving jobs wrapped up within a week, working straight through without distraction. The crew moves and covers furniture themselves, then leaves the site tidy, so there is no cleanup work left for the homeowner.
Reviews most often describe: Homeowners wanting interior ceiling plastering done fast
- ✓ Furniture moved and protected on site
- ✓ Ceiling coving and gib stopping
- ✓ Tidy worksite on completion
location_on 309 Eastbourne Street West, Hastings
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Impressive Plastering Ltd
★ 4.8 4 reviews Top5 Score 1175★ 3 4★ 1We generate summaries once a business has enough reviews for a reliable sample.
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KB Plastering
★ 5.0 3 reviews Top5 Score 1155★ 3We generate summaries once a business has enough reviews for a reliable sample.
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TJ Decorating hb
★ 5.0 3 reviews Top5 Score 1155★ 3We generate summaries once a business has enough reviews for a reliable sample.
Before you hire a plasterer in Napier and Hastings
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 finish level and job complexity. Some contractors price per sheet instead, with rates from $25 to $60 per sheet. Regional centres like Napier and Hastings tend to sit below Auckland and Wellington rates due to lower demand pressure. Ceilings, repairs, and tight access all push the price toward the higher end of any range.
What level of finish should I ask for, and what does it mean? expand_more
Level 4 is the standard for most residential rooms and involves taping, two coats of stopping compound, and sanding. It suits flat or low-sheen paint under normal lighting conditions. Level 5 adds a full skim coat over the entire surface, eliminating minor irregularities that raking light or high-gloss paint would expose. The uplift from Level 4 to Level 5 can add 20 to 40 percent to the plastering cost, so specify in writing which level you want before any work begins.
How do I tell good plastering from a rushed job? expand_more
Run a torch beam at a low angle across the wall before painting, as this raking light reveals ridges, hollow joints, or unfilled screw heads that a straight-on view will hide. Review feedback from local jobs points to clean, blemish-free surfaces and tidy site management as markers of careful work. If sanding dust is spreading through the house and joints are visible under the first coat of paint, the sand-back was rushed.
What are the warning signs of a plasterer you shouldn't hire? expand_more
- –Screw heads or tape lines that telegraph through the paint are a sign the stopping coats were too thin or not sanded flat.
- –Sanding dust left on benchtops, flooring, and furniture throughout the house points to poor dust containment during the job.
- –A quote given verbally with no written scope leaves room for disputes about what was included once the invoice arrives.
- –Reluctance to return and fix defects spotted after the first coat of paint is applied is a serious red flag.
- –Contractors who skip covering furniture and floor protection, then leave the site in a mess, are signalling how they treat the whole job.
- –Pressure to skip a proper sand-back to move faster to the next job results in a finish that fails under any direct light.
What should you ask before hiring a plasterer? expand_more
- –Ask which finish level is included in the quote, Level 4 or Level 5, and get the answer in writing before signing anything.
- –Confirm whether sanding, dust control, and site clean-up are included or priced separately.
- –Ask how they contain dust if the house is occupied or if other trades are working alongside them.
- –Confirm the quote is fixed price, not an estimate, and what triggers any variation to that price.
- –Ask how long after completion you should wait before painting, as stopping compound needs adequate drying time between coats.
- –Clarify the process for calling them back if defects appear under the first coat of paint.
Related Napier and Hastings rankings
About this ranking
How are the top plasterers in Napier and Hastings chosen? expand_more
We build this page from Google Maps results for plasterers in Napier and Hastings. 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. See how we rank for the full method.
How often are rankings updated? expand_more
Every category and city is recrawled on a rolling cycle, about once a month. This page was last checked on 15 July 2026.
Can a business pay to appear in this list? expand_more
No. Top 5 and Also Recommended positions are merit-only and cannot be purchased. Verifying a business is free. A subscription adds a website link on the card, a public profile page, and competitor and ranking history in the owner's dashboard, none of which affects ranking position. See what a subscription includes.
Why isn't my business listed? expand_more
We build this page from Google Maps results for plasterers in Napier and Hastings. 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. At the last update, the smallest review count among the 4 businesses listed here was 3. Check where you rank or read how rankings work.