Plasterer Costs in Livingston
Scotland | Modelled planning ranges | Base prices dated May 2026 | Includes labour and materials
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Estimated cost in Livingston
£221 - £570
Room Skimming (full room walls and ceiling)
Typical duration: 1-2 days
Plasterer Prices in Livingston
Room Skimming
£221 - £570Labour
£184 - £460
Materials
£37 - £110
Typical duration: 1-2 days
Plasterboarding
£368 - £1,058Labour
£276 - £736
Materials
£92 - £322
Typical duration: 1-3 days
Ceiling Repair
£166 - £524Labour
£138 - £414
Materials
£28 - £110
Typical duration: 4-8 hours
Coving Installation
£129 - £414Labour
£92 - £276
Materials
£37 - £138
Typical duration: 4-8 hours
How Livingston Compares
Around the national average
Our model for Livingston is 8% below the base estimate. This is a location assumption, not a measured local quote average.
Illustrative Seasonality for Plasterer Work
Our seasonal model peaks in Jul and is lowest in Jan. This is not live demand data or a forecast of prices or availability.
What Affects the Price
Room Skimming
- Room size and ceiling height
- Condition of existing plaster
- Whether ceilings are included
- Number of corners and obstacles
Plasterboarding
- Area to be boarded (square metres)
- Board type (standard, moisture-resistant, fire-rated)
- Whether a timber or metal frame is needed
- Finishing level (taped and jointed or skim coat)
Ceiling Repair
- Size of damaged area
- Whether the ceiling is lath and plaster or plasterboard
- Access requirements
- Whether artex removal is needed
Coving Installation
- Linear metres of coving
- Profile size and material (polystyrene, plaster, polyurethane)
- Number of internal and external corners
- Whether old coving needs removing first
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a plasterer cost in Livingston?
Plasterer prices in Livingston typically range from £129 for coving installation to £1,058 for plasterboarding. Prices include both labour and materials.
What is the average cost of room skimming in Livingston?
Room Skimming in Livingston costs between £221 and £570 on average, depending on the scope of work and materials chosen.
When is the cheapest time to hire a plasterer in Livingston?
Demand for plasterer work in Livingston is typically lowest in January. Booking during quieter months may mean better availability and competitive pricing.
Are plasterer prices in Livingston above or below the national average?
Plasterer prices in Livingston are around 8% below the national average, making it a more affordable area for this type of work.
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