Wallpaper Removal
Wallpaper Removal in Des Moines, IA
Different Wallpapers, Different Solutions
There are many different wallpaper removal methods, but the trick is matching the right solution to the situation. We'll analyze the type of wallpaper, age, application method, and more to determine the most effective and safest removal solution for your project. That's why wallpaper removal is best left to professionals with the skills and experience to deliver perfect results every time.
Our Wallpaper Removal Process
Removing old-fashioned wallpaper is becoming increasingly popular as more and more homeowners desire simpler, more minimalist interior designs.
As a wallpaper removal company, we know how time-consuming the removal process can be if you’re not a professional. Working with Fresh Coat Painters of Des Moines is designed to save you time, stress, and money.
- Comprehensive Consultation – We offer a comprehensive consultation to determine your design goals and inspect your existing wallpaper.
- Remove Wallpaper – Our team removes every strip of wallpaper from your walls using scrapers, steamers, and other equipment needed to get the job done.
- Repairing Your Walls – We clean up your walls, removing grease, debris, and any mold we identify.
- Sanding/Paint Application – Our wallpaper removal contractors sand and apply primer to transform the look of your room.
Wallpaper Removal Pricing
Determining the price of professional wallpaper removal is complex because national averages range from as little as $400 to over $1,000.
At Fresh Coat Painters of Des Moines, we provide tailored quotes for all our customers because we don’t believe you should pay a cent more than you have to.
If you’re looking into wallpaper removal services, the primary factors our team reviews during the consultation/inspection stage include the following:
- Size – The bigger the room, the longer the job will take.
- Age – Older wallpaper can be easier or more challenging to remove, depending on the type.
- Type – Newer wallpapers are as simple to remove as tugging on a corner, but older nonporous wallpaper is traditionally tricky to remove, requiring both steaming and scraping.
- Removal Method – Different removal methods will be required depending on the type of wallpaper. Stripping, soaking, scraping, and steaming will influence your quote.
- Wall Material – The material hiding behind the wallpaper can make removal jobs more challenging. Plaster and drywall have unique characteristics, requiring a tailored plan of action to protect the wall itself.
- Location – Tricky areas like vaulted ceilings, stairways, and tight closets may require more time and effort to remove wallpaper.
Additional costs can also influence the overall price of wallpaper removal services. The most common package enhancements include room prep, wall repair, and professional interior painting services.
Contact our customer support team today to get your tailored, no-obligation quote.
The Fresh Coat Painters Process
How Beautiful Spaces are Created
Your Free Quote
We start by scheduling your free, on-site quote. With all the measurements and details about your project in hand, we present you with all the options to make your new space exactly as you imagined.
You Have Options
Now the fun part! We walk you through the different paint products, colors, and sheens all tailored to fit your lifestyle, budget, and preferences.
The Process
When it comes to your home, no one likes surprises. We detail every step of the project so you'll always know what to expect. From presenting our insurance and licensing documents to project completion, you're always in the know.
Final Touches
After the last piece of tape comes off the wall and the drop cloths are back in the truck, we present you the Fresh Coat Limited Warranty so you can add peace of mind to the excitement of your new, beautiful space.
Professional Wallpaper Removal Services at Affordable Prices
Don’t waste your weekend scratching and scraping off wallpaper you can’t get down. Let the professionals at Fresh Coat Painters handle the stress.
Our experts have decades of collective experience in removing all wallpaper types.
We provide a superior finish to enhance every space to look like a dream home. Unlike other companies, we work with you to discuss your design goals and determine the best way to achieve them.
Slash the costs and challenges of the wallpaper removal process. Trust us to complete the job, and we’ll handle the rest.
Schedule your free consultation to find out how affordable our wallpaper removal and painting services are today!
Wallpaper Removal Services FAQs
Before searching for a “wallpaper removal company near me,” you may wonder how we remove wallpaper from your walls in the first place.
The process depends on the age and type of wallpaper, in addition to what your underlying walls are made of.
Newer wallpapers can be removed by stripping, whereas older wallpapers may require steaming and soaking the walls before scraping them off.
Knowing the intricacies of every job is crucial to avoid causing damage to your drywall or plaster. This is why we always recommend hiring a professional instead of trying to take down the wallpaper yourself. It’s a deceptively complex job.
Many of our customers want to remove wallpaper that has been up for decades. In many cases, wallpaper hides existing damage, such as crumbling plaster, mold, and cracks, which is especially prevalent in older homes.
We can repair any damage to the walls, including impact damage, water damage, and mold. Sometimes, repairing existing damage may be unavoidable, especially if the wallpaper begins lifting the topmost surface of your drywall.
If you need wallpaper removal and painting services, our team can prep your walls for a smooth, flawless finish.
With the proper preparation, there’s nothing to stop you from painting over practically any kind of wallpaper. Many people choose to do this because they don’t want to remove the existing wallpaper.
However, this isn’t the best option in some cases. If there are any chips, holes, or scratches in the wallpaper, it’s always better to strip the wall instead of painting over it. Another reason to remove the wallpaper is that painting over it and attempting to remove it later makes the job way more involved.
For a high-end finish, we always recommend removing the wallpaper first. Unfortunately, painting over poor-quality wallpaper will only work for so long.
If you only choose to invest in wallpaper removal services, it should take around a day to strip an average-sized room with no underlying problems. There are situations you may run into that will shift this timeline.
For example, older homes with wallpaper over a generation old often see chunks of plaster or drywall falling away when removing the paper.
If you’re also prepping and painting the underlying walls, the job can take anywhere from three to five days.
As a rule of thumb, professionals can typically complete this sort of work in half the time of an amateur.
During your consultation, we’ll provide you with the most realistic timeline we can. If we discover any unforeseen problems, such as hidden damage to the wall, we may need to revise our timeline.
If you’re searching “wallpaper removal services near me,” trust the company that can get your walls back to their best quality.
Fresh Coat Painters is proud to offer one of the largest nationwide networks of contractors for anyone looking to upgrade their homes' look, quality, and finish.
We currently serve more than 175 markets, with further expansions planned in the future.
To find out whether we serve your area, get in touch with our customer support team now!
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