Ceiling Repair
Water Damaged Ceiling Repair — Lambeth Flat
Lambeth, South London 2 days £520
Borough
Service
Ceiling Repair
Duration
2 days
Approx Cost
£520
Inspection & Scope of Work
Repair of water-damaged lounge ceiling in a ground floor flat caused by a leak from the flat above. The ceiling had sustained significant water ingress over several weeks, resulting in a large section of blown plaster approximately 1.2m x 0.8m, brown staining across the remainder of the ceiling, and softening of the plasterboard in one corner.
Challenges Encountered
The ceiling plasterboard had been saturated and was partially delaminating. Simply skimming over the damaged area would not have been appropriate — the wet plasterboard needed to be cut out and replaced. The staining elsewhere on the ceiling needed sealing with a specialist primer to prevent bleeding through new plaster.
Our Solution
We cut out the damaged plasterboard section and replaced it with new Soundbloc board. The entire ceiling was then sealed with Zinsser BIN shellac primer to block the water staining. A full ceiling re-skim was then applied across the whole ceiling for a seamless result. The client's insurance claim was also supported with a written report of the damage extent.
Cost Factors & Project Timeline
This ceiling repair project in was completed in approximately 2 days. The estimated cost for this type of work typically ranges £520, depending on the size of the area, condition of the existing substrate, and level of preparation required. As a modern apartment, the project required specific considerations for access, dust management, and surface preparation typical of this property type in .
Materials Used
Zinsser BIN stain-blocking primer British Gypsum Soundbloc plasterboard Thistle Multifinish plaster Scrim tape and joint filler
"Fast response and a flawless result. You can't tell there was ever any damage. They even provided a written report for my insurance claim. Very professional."
— Emma T.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you plaster over a water-damaged ceiling?
Only if the damage is superficial staining on otherwise sound plaster. If plasterboard has been saturated, it must be replaced first. Always seal with a specialist primer before plastering over any water-stained area.
How long after a leak can you replaster?
The ceiling must be fully dry before plastering — typically 4-8 weeks depending on the extent of the leak and ventilation. We can advise on your specific situation.
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