Repair wall holes and service chases
An impact hole, a removed fitting and a long service chase all leave material to reinstate. Describe the size and location of each rather than grouping everything as a small patch. Repairs around sockets or narrow openings also need careful finishing at their edges.
Confirm the services and background are ready
Confirm that the relevant service work is complete and ready to be covered with the responsible trade. The plasterer should not have to guess whether cables, pipes or fittings are in their final position. Any required checks or records belong with the people responsible for those installations.
Agree repair depth and reinstatement
Repair depth and background influence the work. Masonry and boarded walls need different consideration, and an opening may expose more than the finishing layer. If a board is extensively damaged, local filling may not be the complete solution. Agree what material needs reinstating.
Local making good or a full wall finish
Making good can blend a repaired area into the wall, but the final appearance also depends on texture and decoration. A larger skim may be useful when many chases cross the same surface. Keep that broader finishing choice separate from the basic repair requirement.
Include every hole and chase in the scope
Make a list by room, with approximate hole sizes, chase lengths and clear photos. Include fittings that remain in place and surfaces needing protection. Several repairs can be discussed together, which helps establish access and preparation without overlooking a smaller area.
PRACTICAL SERVICE DETAILS
Common questions
Can repairs be done after rewiring?
Yes, once the responsible trade confirms the service work is ready to be covered. Include all chased and altered areas in the making-good scope.
Must service work be signed off before it is covered?
Check with the trade responsible for the installation. Any necessary inspection or documentation should be addressed before work is concealed.
Will repaired chases remain visible after decorating?
The result depends on repair, background and decoration. A consistent finish may require wider preparation or painting beyond the chase itself.
Can several small repairs be quoted together?
Yes. A room-by-room list with photographs makes a combined scope clearer than describing each patch separately without context.
