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Top 10 wallpaper removers in New York, NY

Homeowners agree: these New York wallpaper removers are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
KACHI HOMES LLC

KACHI HOMES LLC

5.0(2)
4+ years in business
Serves New York, NY & Online
Manny says, "A natural born designer. Knows his craft! Add that to his personality! I’ll always recommend him!" Read more
C&E HOME IMPROVEMENT LLC

C&E HOME IMPROVEMENT LLC

5.0(1)
4 hires on HomeGuide
15+ years in business
Serves New York, NY
Jhon C. says, "C&l home improvement my respect to him he did very nice job in kitchen right now looks like a new house" Read more
The RDF Group

The RDF Group

5.0(4)
Top Pro
1 hire on HomeGuide
5+ years in business
Serves New York, NY & Online
Kim R. says, "I have used RDF group several times now. They always come on time. They never rush through a job. They make sure everything is done to my satisfaction before leaving. " Read more
CertaPro Painters Of Staten Island

CertaPro Painters Of Staten Island

5+ years in business
Serves New York, NY
Founded in 2020, CertaPro Painters of Staten Island is a franchise owned by Todd Geoghan that offers both residential and commercial painting services. Serving Staten Island, NY and the surrounding areas, the company provides a range of services including crown molding, drywall repair, color consultation, and more. Known for their Certainty Service System, they are dedicated to delivering exceptional service and accommodating client schedules, even during off-hours and weekends. They are committed to the health and safety of their community, providing both on-site and remote estimates.
Sparacino Painting

Sparacino Painting

25+ years in business
Serves New York, NY
Sparacino Painting, founded in 2000, is a professional painting service located in Union, NJ, serving the surrounding areas. They are committed to excellence, upholding a standard of integrity, fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Their distinction lies in the quality of service they provide to their customers. With accurate knowledge of their trade and a keen focus on their customers' interests, Sparacino Painting ensures customer satisfaction is at the heart of their business.
Jazzbo Incorporated - Interior Design

Jazzbo Incorporated - Interior Design

28+ years in business
Serves New York, NY
I LOVE to help my clients create beautiful, comfortable and highly attractive homes. It can be a very involved depending on the Scale and overall Scope of Work. We are very much hand holders and always strive to guide our clients toward the end goal of a lovely dwelling.
Saffonsons Llc

Saffonsons Llc

4+ years in business
Serves New York, NY
Founded in 2021, Saffonsons is a sought-after business based in Bronx, NY, and serving surrounding areas. Their commitment to professionalism and dedication to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction sets them apart. Saffonsons guarantees a job well done, leaving no work unfinished and ensuring 100% satisfaction with their high level of service.
Handyman

Handyman

5.0(1)
7+ years in business
Serves New York, NY & Online
Eridik says, "Very proffesional and hard working person" Read more
Acustom Clean

Acustom Clean

5.0(1)
11+ years in business
Serves New York, NY
Donald C. says, "Extremely professional and friendly. I definitely recommend them. " Read more
L&C HOME IMPROVEMRNT.

L&C HOME IMPROVEMRNT.

5.0(2)
7 hires on HomeGuide
15+ years in business
Serves New York, NY & Online
Alex says, "Good " Read more

Your Wallpaper Removal questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on HomeGuide.

How much does wallpaper removal cost near me?

Wallpaper removal costs $0.80 to $3.00 per square foot with dry stripping and steaming methods. Soaking in solvents and scraping costs $3 to $8 per square foot for more difficult jobs with multiple layers of antique wallpaper. Discounts are available on projects including wallpaper removal as part of interior repainting.

After removing wallpaper, you typically also need to pay for:

Why do I need wallpaper removal?

You'll need to get wallpaper removal during times like these:

  • You're selling a home that has very outdated wallpaper.
  • The existing wallpaper is peeling off and has fading colors.
  • You want to redecorate and personalize your new home to suit your lifestyle.
  • Contractors must repair water damage and/or mold in the walls.
  • You've planned a renovation to upgrade the home with wall modifications.

While it's tempting to put new wallpaper over the old, existing wallpaper, that type of installation won't last as long. Plus, removing it is much more difficult later when you need to make big home repairs or paint the walls.

How hard is it to remove wallpaper?

While many people do remove wallpaper themselves because it's not hard, the process is time consuming and can lead to accidental wall damages. The easiest wallpaper removals are on a wall with a fully primed and sealed surface underneath because it peels off easily with a putty knife.

However, asbestos-filled wallpaper in a home more than 20 years old with layers of lead paint on the walls will require a professional team to remove safely.

How long does it take to remove wallpaper?

The length of time it takes for wallpaper removal depends on the method:

  • Dry stripping with a putty blade takes 2 to 3 hours for each room.
  • Using an electric steaming machine takes 6 to 8 hours per room.
  • Soaking the wallpaper in chemical solvents and scraping can take 2 to 3 days per room if there are multiple layers of wallpaper.

What is the best way to remove wallpaper?

The best way to remove wallpaper is by using the fastest method that won't damage the walls. Test one smaller area first to see which type of wallpaper method will work best for you.

Here are the pros and cons of each wallpaper removal method:

  • Dry stripping with a putty knife is quick, easy, and leaves less of a mess to clean up. However, this approach isn't always strong enough to remove older wallpaper efficiently, especially if the wallpaper keeps ripping apart.
  • Applying a wallpaper steaming machine loosens up the glue enough to peel off the wallpaper easily most of the time. Still, this approach won't always dissolve adhesive on multiple layers of wallpaper.
  • Using a chemical solvent to dissolve the adhesive and then scrape off the wallpaper works well on the most difficult jobs. However, extra equipment and precautions are necessary with asbestos wallpaper and any lead paint it.

Can you paint over wallpaper?

You can paint over wallpaper, but most of the time, you'll get more durable results by painting the wall directly. Painting wallpaper has negative consequences like causing the paper to peel off or reacting with the paint to disrupt the finish.

Nevertheless, some people choose to paint over wallpaper if they don't mind a temporary redecoration, the wallpaper lays completely flat, and all paper edges have caulk over them to keep them down.

Hiring a wallpaper removal service

Before hiring a wallpaper remover near you, be sure to:

  • Compare 3+ estimates from licensed, insured, and bonded contractors.
  • Hire a wallpaper removal service that has been in business at least 5 years.
  • Check out their reviews on HomeGuide and Google.
  • Collect a detailed contract and warranty before the work begins.
  • Don't pay in full until the job is complete.
  • Avoid hiring the lowest bidder who may have lower-quality standards.

What are the best questions to ask before hiring a contractor?

Gauge the experience of contractors by first asking them:

  • Can I see testimonials from previous clients and old project photos?
  • How long have you been doing professional wallpaper removals?
  • Which methods do you use, and what's your process to remove wallpaper?
  • Can you avoid strong chemicals if I'm allergic to them?
  • What happens if you find mold or asbestos?
  • How many people will work with you on this job?
  • What's the price of removing wallpaper as part of a repainting project?
  • How long will this project take?
  • What's your payment schedule?
  • How much extra do site preparation and cleanup cost?
  • What can you do to protect the rest of my home from dust and accidents?
  • How much is wall repair work if the wallpaper removal leaves damages?
  • Are all fees listed in this wallpaper removal estimate?

Reviews for New York wallpaper removers

Recent success stories from people in the New York area.
Shawn J.
Excellent service 100%.I will request their service over and over.
KACHI HOMES LLC
Naima D.
Dry satisfying/outstanding customer service, Thank you
The RDF Group
Wilson
With the experience he has, he has helped me to leave my kitchen my living rooms with a good view with the lights and the price charges what is fair
L&C HOME IMPROVEMRNT.
Renee E.
He has painted 3 of my homes, my mothers and some friends. All the work came out perfect! Also he is very professional and very friendly. Five star from us!
Gonzalez Painting LLC
Annie S.
We needed to have our 4 bedrooms painted so we called Renaissamce and they responded promptly. The workmanship was top notch and the price was very reasonable. I will certainly use them again and will refer them to my friends , neighbors and family members
Renaissance Painting & Paper Hanging
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