Popcorn Ceiling Removal in Gainesville, FL

Some do. EPA banned spray-applied decorative surfacing asbestos in 1978, but existing stock could still be installed afterward, so homes built or remodeled into the 1980s can contain it. Gainesville's median home was built in 1983, according to the Census. You can't tell by looking, which is why we recommend a professional test before any scraping starts.

National cost guides put removal of a ceiling that tests negative at about $1–$4 per square foot, with a typical project total of $900–$3,100 and a national average near $2,000. Skim coating, retexture and paint add to that. These are estimates only; your actual price comes from a free in-home look at your ceilings.

It depends on square footage, ceiling height, whether the popcorn was painted and the finish you choose. A single bedroom moves much faster than a whole house that needs a smooth skim coat, primer and paint, because each coat of compound has to dry. We give you a realistic schedule with your quote after seeing the rooms.

Usually not. We ask that small items, decor and valuables come out of the work rooms. Larger furniture can be moved to the center or out of the room and covered in plastic. Walls, floors and vents are sealed off before any water touches the ceiling, and we walk you through what to expect beforehand.

Yes. About 62% of occupied homes in Gainesville are rented, so turnover jobs are common here. Vacant units are the easiest time to test, scrape, finish and paint. We can quote unit by unit, coordinate access with you or your property manager, and plan the work around a move-in date.

Yes, but it takes more work. Paint seals the texture, so water can't soak in easily and the material won't release as cleanly. That usually means more labor, and sometimes covering the ceiling with new drywall makes more sense. We'll look at your ceiling, test it first, and explain your options and price ranges.