8 Best Plasterers in Swindon for 2026

Swindon's mix of housing keeps plasterers busy in different ways across town. The old railway terraces around Old Town and Rodbourne often need lath and plaster stripped back and replaced with modern skim coats, while newer estates out towards Wichelstowe or Redhouse tend to need dry lining repairs, ceiling patching after leaks, or a fresh skim before a sale. Then there's the render side of things, a lot of the 1960s and 1970s builds in areas like Park North and Walcot have pebbledash or K-render that's cracking and needs stripping back or overboarding. A plasterer who knows the local building stock will spot damp issues or old lime plaster before they start, rather than skimming over a problem that'll bubble through in a few months.

The businesses listed here come from public business listings, and we've ranked them by their review rating and how many reviews they've got, with a small boost for those showing a working website and phone number. We also check each business's homepage to confirm plastering is genuinely what they do day to day, which stops general builders or decorators who dabble in plastering from cluttering up the page. Any listing flagged as permanently closed gets removed automatically as part of that process. Where you spot a Trust Verified badge, that business has gone through our full verification, covering trade qualifications and accreditations, public liability insurance, trading history, customer review history and registered company information (our How We Verify page explains exactly what that involves). For any business without that badge, we'd suggest doing your own checks before booking, since we haven't independently verified those ones ourselves.

Before you commit to a plasterer, ask to see photos of recent jobs, ideally similar to what you need doing, whether that's a full re-skim of a Victorian ceiling or a bonding coat on new plasterboard. Check they carry public liability insurance and ask for proof rather than just taking their word for it. It's worth asking how they'll handle drying times too, since rushing a job in winter with the boiler off can lead to cracking. Get two or three quotes for anything beyond a small patch repair, prices vary more than people expect for what sounds like the same job, and a written quote protects you if there's a dispute later about scope or cost.

How We Select & Rate The Best Plasterers in Swindon

Ranking is based on review rating and review count pulled from public business listings, with a small lift given to businesses that show a working website and phone number. We check each business's homepage to confirm plastering work is what they primarily offer, which keeps unrelated trades off the page. Listings flagged as permanently closed are removed automatically. Businesses marked Trust Verified have gone through our full verification process, covering trade qualifications, insurance, trading history, customer review history and registered company information, see our How We Verify page for details. Other businesses haven't been independently checked by us, and their inclusion here isn't an endorsement. Always do your own checks before hiring.

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Quick Comparison: Plasterers in Swindon

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Phone
1	Polar Rendering Ltd	⭐ 4.9	61	07979 262981	View →
2	K.O Plastering Ltd	⭐ 4.6	43	07824 552400	View →
3	The Swindon Plasterer	⭐ 5.0	13	07754 534818	View →
4	Paddy O'dwyer Plastering Contractor	⭐ 4.6	19	01793 625034	View →
5	Paul Sandry Plastering	⭐ 5.0	5	07855 099520	View →
6	The Plaster Master	⭐ 5.0	3	07809 209109	View →
7	AEB Plastering & Tiling	⭐ 4.2	5	07812 931242	View →
8	Selba Plastering Ltd	⭐ 4.8	24	07788 955440	View →

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Polar Rendering Ltd

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★★★★★ 4.9 (61 reviews)

Swindon 07979 262981

Spray rendering, K Rend applications, and brick slip installation are among the specialisms offered by Polar Rendering Ltd, a plastering and rendering contractor based in Swindon. The company also carries out traditional rendering and cladding work across the area. A Google rating of 4.9 from 61 reviews points to consistent results across its range of external and internal finishes.

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K.O Plastering Ltd

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★★★★★ 4.6 (43 reviews)

Swindon 07824 552400

Plastering work across Swindon is handled by K.O Plastering Ltd, covering domestic jobs from skimming to rendering. The firm has built up a rating of 4.6 from 43 reviews, reflecting consistent standards on repeat and referral work. Enquiries can be made through the company website for scheduling and quotes.

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The Swindon Plasterer

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★★★★★ 5.0 (13 reviews)

Swindon 07754 534818

Plaster repair and restoration, ceiling skimming, and new construction plastering are among the core services offered by The Swindon Plasterer, covering both interior and exterior work across Swindon. The company holds a five-star Google rating from 13 reviews. Room partitions and full residential plastering projects are also within scope.

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Paddy O'dwyer Plastering Contractor

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★★★★★ 4.6 (19 reviews)

Swindon 01793 625034

Families across Swindon renovating older properties often call on Paddy O'Dwyer Plastering Contractor for skim coats, ceiling repairs and general plastering work. Based in the SN2 area, the firm has built a solid local reputation, reflected in a 4.6 rating from 19 reviews. Jobs are carried out for both households and smaller domestic projects.

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Paul Sandry Plastering

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★★★★★ 5.0 (5 reviews)

Swindon 07855 099520

A perfect five-star record from five reviews puts Paul Sandry Plastering among the more consistently rated tradespeople in Swindon. The business covers plastering work across the SN3 area, handling both domestic jobs and smaller repairs. Details on specific finishes can be found via the company website.

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The Plaster Master

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★★★★★ 5.0 (3 reviews)

Swindon 07809 209109

Swindon's residential streets, including those around SN2, provide regular work for The Plaster Master, a plastering operation covering skimming, rendering and general wall repairs. Jobs range from small patch-ups to full replasters ahead of redecoration. Enquiries can be made through the company's website for scheduling and quotes.

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AEB Plastering & Tiling

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★★★★☆ 4.2 (5 reviews)

Swindon 07812 931242

Families across Swindon renovating older properties turn to AEB Plastering & Tiling for skimming, rendering and tiling work. The business handles both plastering and tiling under one roof, useful for households tackling bathroom or kitchen refurbishments in a single project. Reviews put the rating at 4.2 from 5.

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Selba Plastering Ltd

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★★★★★ 4.8 (24 reviews)

Swindon 07788 955440

Selba Plastering Ltd works mainly on older Swindon houses needing bathroom refits, from stripping out dated suites to skimming walls ready for tiling. The firm also takes on flats and smaller extensions where plastering and fitting need to be coordinated closely. Reviews average 4.8 from 24 customers, with particular mention of tidy finishing work.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a plasterers cost in Swindon?

A small patch or ceiling repair might run £120 to £250, while a full room skim, walls and ceiling, typically costs £350 to £600 depending on size and how much prep is needed. Rendering an external wall is a bigger job, often £40 to £70 per square metre depending on the type of render and access. Older Swindon properties with lime plaster or damp issues usually cost more because of the extra prep work. Get two or three quotes for anything beyond a minor repair, since prices can vary quite a bit for jobs that sound identical on paper.

How long does plastering take to dry before I can paint?

Fresh skim plaster generally needs about a week per coat before it's ready for paint, sometimes longer in colder months or in rooms without much ventilation. A mist coat, a watered-down first layer of emulsion, should go on before a full colour coat to help the paint bond properly. Avoid blasting the room with the boiler or a heater to speed things up, as rapid drying often causes cracking and blown patches later.

Do I need to move out while plastering work is done?

Usually not. Most plastering jobs, whether it's a single room or a full house re-skim, can be done while you're still living there, though the room being worked on will be out of action and dusty for a few days. If you're having a large extension plastered or major dry lining work throughout the ground floor, ask the plasterer how they'll manage dust and access, especially if you've got a kitchen or bathroom you can't be without.

What's the difference between skimming and rendering?

Skimming is the thin, smooth top coat applied to internal walls and ceilings, usually over plasterboard or an existing plaster base, to give a paint-ready finish. Rendering is the external equivalent, applied to brick or blockwork outside to protect the building and improve appearance, common on older Swindon terraces and post-war semis. They use different materials and techniques, so check the plasterer you're hiring has experience in whichever one you actually need.

Can a plasterer fix damp patches or do I need a damp specialist first?

If the damp is coming from a leak, condensation, or a failed seal, a plasterer can usually make good once the source is sorted, but they won't fix the underlying cause. For rising damp or persistent damp problems, get a damp specialist to diagnose it first, otherwise you'll likely see the same staining come through the new plaster within months. Ask your plasterer straight out whether they think it needs a specialist before they start work.

How do I choose between plasterers in Swindon?

Start by asking to see photos of recent jobs similar in scale to yours, a full room skim is a different skill to external rendering. Ask for proof of public liability insurance rather than assuming they have it, and check how long they've been trading locally, since Swindon's older terraces and newer estates each throw up different problems. Read through recent customer reviews, not just the star rating, to see how they handled any issues that came up. Get written quotes from at least two or three plasterers so you can compare not just price but what's actually included, like whether they're supplying materials or just labour.

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