Wallpaper Removal Service
Safe, thorough wallpaper stripping with complete wall preparation for your next finish.
Service Overview
Removing old wallpaper is often the first step toward a fresh interior — whether you're preparing for new wallpaper, paint, or another wall treatment. DIY removal frequently results in torn drywall paper, gouged surfaces, and frustrating adhesive residue that ruins paint finishes. Our professional removal service protects your walls while delivering a perfectly clean, smooth surface ready for whatever comes next.
- Complete wallpaper stripping from all wall surfaces
- Multiple-layer removal (homes with 2–5 layers of old paper)
- Adhesive residue cleaning and neutralization
- Drywall paper protection and repair
- Surface smoothing and preparation for paint or new wallpaper
- Eco-friendly, low-chemical removal methods
Our Removal Methods
We use a combination of techniques tailored to your specific wallpaper type and wall condition:
- Steam Removal — Our primary method for most wallpapers. Professional-grade steamers soften adhesive without chemicals, allowing clean separation from the wall surface.
- Scoring & Soaking — For vinyl-coated papers that resist steam penetration, we carefully score the surface to allow moisture access without damaging the wall beneath.
- Enzyme-Based Solutions — Eco-friendly enzyme solutions break down organic adhesives without harsh chemicals, ideal for homes with children or pets.
- Dry Stripping — Some modern peel-and-stick and strippable wallpapers can be removed dry, which we always attempt first to minimize moisture exposure to walls.
Our Process
- Assessment — We identify your wallpaper type, number of layers, adhesive type, and wall condition to determine the safest removal approach.
- Protection Setup — We cover floors, furniture, and fixtures with protective sheeting to contain moisture and debris.
- Test Section — We remove a small test area to confirm our method works effectively without wall damage.
- Full Removal — Working systematically, we strip all wallpaper while monitoring wall condition throughout.
- Adhesive Cleaning — All residual adhesive is removed and neutralized to prevent interference with future finishes.
- Wall Assessment — We inspect the bare walls for damage, make minor repairs, and prepare surfaces for your chosen next step.
- Cleanup — All debris is removed, protective coverings are taken up, and your space is left clean and ready.
Drywall Protection
The biggest risk during wallpaper removal is damaging the drywall paper face — the thin paper layer that gives drywall its smooth surface. Once torn, this layer is difficult and expensive to repair. Our experience and careful technique minimize this risk dramatically. We know when to apply more steam, when to let adhesive soften longer, and when to stop and reassess rather than force removal.
If minor drywall damage does occur (common with older installations), we repair it on-site with skim coating and sanding, leaving you with a surface that's ready for paint or new wallpaper without additional contractor involvement.
Materials & Surfaces
- Vinyl wallpaper removal
- Non-woven wallpaper removal
- Pre-pasted wallpaper removal
- Fabric-backed wallpaper removal
- Multiple-layer removal (up to 5+ layers)
- Wallpaper over plaster walls
- Wallpaper over drywall
- Wallpaper borders and accent strips
Pricing Factors
Removal pricing depends on several factors unique to your project:
- Total wall area (measured in square feet)
- Number of wallpaper layers to remove
- Wallpaper type (vinyl is more labor-intensive than non-woven)
- Adhesive type and age (older adhesives are often more stubborn)
- Wall condition and whether repairs will be needed
- Whether you want walls prepared for paint or new wallpaper
We provide fixed-price quotes after our initial assessment, so you know exactly what to expect with no surprises.
Timeline & Prep Checklist
- Single room removal: typically 1 day
- Multi-room or multi-layer projects: 2–4 days
- Drying time after removal: 24–48 hours before painting/re-papering
- Move furniture away from walls (or we can help)
- Remove wall decorations and switch plate covers
- Ensure access to water for our steam equipment
Why Choose Professional Removal
- Protect your drywall from costly damage
- Complete adhesive removal (DIY often leaves residue that ruins paint)
- Proper disposal of old materials
- Faster completion — what takes homeowners a weekend takes us hours
- Wall left perfectly prepared for your next finish
- No risk of moisture damage from improper technique