Historic bungalows in Bush Park, mid-century ranches in South Gateway, and new builds on the hills of West Salem all share one thing in common: sooner or later, their interior plaster will crack, flake, or separate from the lath. When that happens, homeowners want a solution that is fast, clean, and built to last. CountBricks delivers exactly that—backed by cutting-edge AI estimating and decades of hands-on residential construction expertise.
• Settlement: Salem’s diverse soil profiles expand and contract, stressing wall assemblies.
• Moisture Intrusion: Winter rains seep through outdated flashing, weakening plaster bonds.
• Mechanical Impact: Moving furniture or simple day-to-day bumps leave gouges and dents.
• Aging Materials: Lime-based plaster from homes built before 1950 naturally becomes brittle over time.
1. Voice-Activated Assessment: Using the CountBricks mobile app, our estimator walks the space while speaking naturally. The AI transcribes every detail and generates a materials list in seconds.
2. Dust-Free Demo: We isolate the repair zone with zip-wall containment and HEPA filtration, keeping the rest of your house clean.
3. High-Bond Patching: CountBricks technicians apply a modified plaster base coat that chemically keys into existing substrate, followed by a smooth finish coat ready for paint in 24 hours.
4. Digital Close-Out: Before we leave, you receive a time-stamped photo log, warranty certificate, and a one-click option to schedule paint blending—all housed in your CountBricks.com client portal.
Traditional plaster bids can swing 25 % from the final invoice because hidden damage shows up after the walls are open. CountBricks’ AI compares your project to thousands of completed local repairs and assigns probability ranges for in-wall conditions. That lets us give you a transparent, fixed-price proposal—no surprises, no change orders.
A Salem couple purchased a two-story Craftsman with extensive ceiling cracks. CountBricks scanned the blueprints, auto-generated 3D takeoffs, and quoted a two-day turnaround. Our crew repaired 420 sq ft of hand-troweled plaster, matched original sand float texture, and finished under budget. Homeowners left a five-star review citing “zero dust and museum-quality results.” View similar projects at CountBricks.com/portfolio.
• Skill Level: Small nail pops are DIY friendly; structural cracks require professional stabilization.
• Time: A single 3'x3' patch can take an amateur several evenings; CountBricks completes it in one visit.
• Tools: Margin trowels, hawks, bonding agents, and vac-assist sanders add up fast.
• Finish Quality: Matching century-old textures demands specialty blades and practiced technique.
How long does plaster repair take?
A typical Salem living room ceiling (about 200 sq ft of cracks) is restored in eight hours including cure time.
Will the repair show through paint?
No. We feather edges to less than 1⁄32". Once primed, the transition is invisible.
Can CountBricks match decorative plaster?
Yes. Our texture library covers Venetian, sand float, skip trowel, and custom motifs. We upload macro photos to the app, and AI suggests the correct aggregate blend.
• Maintain indoor humidity between 40 %–50 % to prevent seasonal movement.
• Install gutter extensions to keep foundation soils stable.
• Use flexible acrylic caulk at dissimilar material joints like wood trim.
• Avoid wall anchors rated below 50 lbs; vibration loosens light-duty fasteners.
• Schedule an annual infrared scan with CountBricks.com/services to catch hidden leaks early.
Whether you own a Victorian in Grant or a condo downtown, CountBricks is Salem’s trusted partner for seamless plaster repair. Request your voice-driven estimate today at CountBricks.com/consultation and see why more Oregon homeowners rely on our AI-powered precision.
While most plaster specialists still rely on manual tape measures and generic square-foot pricing, CountBricks integrates technology at every stage.
• Our blueprint scanner converts PDFs into dimensionally correct 3D models, flagging every soffit, niche, and coved ceiling other software misses.
• Material waste is reduced by up to 17 %, savings we pass directly to homeowners.
1. The estimator narrates site conditions—“hairline crack above west window”—into the CountBricks app.
2. The transcript auto-populates the scope line-item, eliminating paperwork errors.
3. You receive the draft quote before we leave your driveway.
• Every technician completes a 120-hour plaster restoration program focused on Northwest climate challenges.
• CountBricks carries a 2-million-dollar residential liability policy and offers a five-year workmanship warranty.
• Low-VOC lime plasters improve indoor air quality.
• On-site vacuum sanders capture 98 % of airborne dust, protecting both occupants and the environment.
Log in to CountBricks.com/client-login to approve change orders, track daily progress photos, or chat with your project manager—24/7 from any device.
If your Salem property shows signs of plaster fatigue, schedule a no-obligation assessment at CountBricks.com/consultation. Our AI will crunch the numbers; our craftsmen will perfect the finish.
