wallpaper removal

Wallpaper Removal

Steam, score, and skim-coat removal that leaves walls paint-ready.

About wallpaper removal

Wallpaper removal is the most underestimated job in home renovation. Done wrong, it tears drywall paper and leaves a mess that takes weeks to fix. Done right, you get smooth, paint-ready walls.

Our crews use commercial steamers, scoring tools, and removal solvents matched to your specific wallpaper. We skim-coat any damaged drywall and leave walls ready for primer and paint.

What's included

Test wall to identify wallpaper type and substrate
Score and steam removal of all wallpaper layers
Glue removal with wallpaper paste solvent
Skim-coat any torn or damaged drywall
Sand smooth and dust
Prime walls with paint-ready primer
Optional: full repaint of stripped rooms

Our process

1
Free in-home estimate
A senior estimator walks the project with you, measures the scope, and returns an itemized fixed-price quote — usually within 24 hours.
2
Surface prep
We patch, sand, caulk, and prime every surface to the manufacturer's spec. Prep is what makes a finish last — we don't cut it short.
3
Premium application
Two finish coats of Sherwin-Williams Emerald or Benjamin Moore Aura, applied by master painters using sprayers, brushes, and rollers matched to each surface.
4
Walkthrough & warranty
You inspect the finished work alongside the crew lead. Anything you flag gets touched up on the spot — then your 10-year workmanship warranty kicks in.

Why homeowners choose us

No torn drywall

We test every wall before we start. If the substrate is fragile, we use chemical removal instead of mechanical scoring.

Glue residue fully removed

Old glue must come off before primer or it telegraphs through paint. We solvent-wash every wall after removal.

Paint-ready in one project

Removal, skim, sand, and prime are all part of the scope. Your walls are paint-ready when we leave.

Recent work

Modern farmhouse exterior with white siding and black window frames

Refinished white kitchen cabinets with brass hardware

Painter's brushes, rollers, and paint cans laid out on a drop cloth

Paint color swatches fanned out on a wooden table

Frequently asked questions

+What if there's wallpaper under the wallpaper?

We strip every layer down to drywall. Multi-layer walls take longer and price higher — we'll tell you what we find on the test wall.

+Will the walls be paint-ready when you're done?

Yes — removal, skim, sand, and prime are all included. The next coat can be your finish color.

+Can you paint after removal?

Yes — most clients bundle removal with a full repaint of the room. We give a single combined quote.

+What's included in the warranty?

Every job carries our 10-year workmanship warranty. If the finish peels, blisters, or cracks within ten years, we return and re-coat the affected area at no charge.

+What paints do you use?

Sherwin-Williams Emerald and Benjamin Moore Aura by default. Zero-VOC alternatives (Natura, Harmony) are available at no upcharge.

+Are you licensed and insured?

Yes — fully licensed in every state we serve, with $2M general liability and workers' comp on every crew.

Get a free wallpaper removal quote

Same-day response in most markets. Fixed-price quotes, 10-year warranty.

Call (888) 555-0142 Request a free quote