"Joe did a wonderful job! Everything looks Great! He stuck with it and got it done over a four day period. Also him and J…"
Yvonne Herschberger
Popcorn Ceiling Removal in Diamond State
Your Popcorn Ceiling Removal Project, From Consultation to Completion
Dated popcorn ceilings linger in many mid-century homes around Newark, Dover, and New Castle, dulling otherwise bright rooms.
We test for asbestos in pre-1980 Diamond State homes, evaluate the ceiling substrate condition, and discuss your preferred finish, smooth flat ceiling or a light modern texture.
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Ceiling Assessment. We test for asbestos in pre-1980 Diamond State homes, evaluate the ceiling substrate condition, and discuss your preferred finish, smooth flat ceiling or a light modern texture.
We protect your furniture and floors with full-room containment, wet-scrape the popcorn ceiling texture, skim-coat to a smooth finish, and sand for a perfectly flat, paint-ready surface.
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Remove & Smooth. We protect your furniture and floors with full-room containment, wet-scrape the popcorn ceiling texture, skim-coat to a smooth finish, and sand for a perfectly flat, paint-ready surface.
The smooth ceiling is primed and painted with premium flat ceiling paint for a clean, modern look that transforms the entire room and adds value to your Diamond State home.
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Prime & Paint. The smooth ceiling is primed and painted with premium flat ceiling paint for a clean, modern look that transforms the entire room and adds value to your Diamond State home.
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"My house has been transformed. Beautiful work. Thank you, Jason, Oscar and Felix!"
Joann Cody
"Work was done professionally and was finished when they said it would be finished. Couldnt have asked for snything diffe…"
Judy Lahey
"They did amazing work from the estimate to completing the job. I thoroughly recommend them!"
Donald Taylor
"Joe did a wonderful job! Everything looks Great! He stuck with it and got it done over a four day period. Also him and J…"
Yvonne Herschberger
"My house has been transformed. Beautiful work. Thank you, Jason, Oscar and Felix!"
Joann Cody
"Work was done professionally and was finished when they said it would be finished. Couldnt have asked for snything diffe…"
Judy Lahey
"They did amazing work from the estimate to completing the job. I thoroughly recommend them!"
Donald Taylor
"Jason, Hernan, Brian and team provided great service. I needed a fairly small, one day job scraping and repainting two b…"
Kristen DeFazio
"Great experience with this company! Many thanks to Brian and Jason for their professionalism and completing the job to o…"
Nancy Douglas
"I am extremely satisfied with the work of That 1 Painter Diamond State did in our home. From beginning to end they were…"
Diane Tomlinson
"This crew did a fantastic job! They were professional, efficient, fast and cognizant of my needs and wants. Consultation…"
Vee Vee Brown-Whitson
"This experience was beyond expectations. I had three deck areas with steps and rails that I hoped could be saved, not re…"
Robert
"Had the entire main floor of our house painted and the job was done quickly and looks great!"
Emily Falcon
"I had an excellent experience using That 1 Painter! They painted every room in my 3 story townhouse in 1 week and also i…"
Wanda Coleman
"Jason went above and beyond with his communication. He was prompt and on time for the estimate. The team was able to com…"
Mike Doherty
What Popcorn Ceiling Removal Costs in Diamond State (2026)
107%
Maximum ROI on popcorn ceiling removal
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70–80%
Typical investment recouped at resale
House Digest
$1,985
Average professional removal cost
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Popcorn Ceiling Removal Across Diamond State
Popcorn ceilings applied before the mid-1980s across Delaware can carry legacy materials that require testing before scraping, and older Wilmington, Newark, and Dover homes fall in that window. Crews ask about the age and refer homeowners to an accredited testing lab when needed so the removal method is chosen safely. Once results are clear we scope the scrape, skim, and refinish as one continuous visit.
The scrape itself is the fast part; the skim-coat that follows is what turns the ceiling flat. Older Wilmington and Camden ceilings sometimes need multiple skim passes to bury shadow lines from the original texture, and light knock-down or fully smooth finishes are both available. Ceiling fans, pendants, and can-light trims come down before we scrape so nothing gets nicked and the ceiling reads uniform after refinish.
Popcorn removal almost always pairs with a fresh ceiling and wall paint in the same room and often sequences into an interior painting scope for the rest of the house. The finish level is agreed before we start so the room returns exactly as the homeowner pictured it.
Our 3-Year Warranty
Your peace of mind, at the top of mind with our three-year transferable warranty. Covers the painting job, even if you sell the house.
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Popcorn Ceiling Removal FAQs in Diamond State
We contain the space and protect floors and furnishings, then scrape, patch, and repaint for a clean finish. Most Delaware homeowners are surprised how tidy it stays.
Yes. Once the ceiling is smoothed, we prime and paint with our premium low-VOC finish so the whole room feels updated, all under our 3-year transferable warranty.
Popcorn ceilings applied before the mid-1980s can carry legacy materials that require testing before scraping. Older Wilmington and Dover homes fall in that window, and we ask about the age and refer you to an accredited testing lab when needed so the removal method is chosen safely. Once results are clear we scope the scrape and refinish.
Ceiling fans, pendants, and can-light trims come down before we scrape so nothing gets nicked and the ceiling reads uniform after refinish. Our crews cap wiring safely and reinstall the fixtures once the ceiling is repainted. That handling is included in the popcorn-removal scope.
After the scrape our crews skim-coat the substrate, sand, and prime so the ceiling reads flat under a light knock-down or a smooth finish. Older Newark and Middletown ceilings sometimes need multiple skim passes to bury shadow lines. The finish level is agreed before we start.
Popcorn Ceiling Removal Resources
Expert tips, how-to guides, and inspiration for your next popcorn ceiling removal project.
Is Popcorn Ceiling Removal Worth It?
Removing popcorn ceilings modernizes your home and can increase value by 1–3% in Diamond State's market.
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Popcorn Ceiling Asbestos: What Diamond State Homeowners Need to Know
Homes built before 1980 may contain asbestos in popcorn ceilings. Here's what to do before removal.
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Popcorn Ceiling Removal Cost Breakdown
Professional removal typically costs $1–$3 per square foot, including skim coating and painting.
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Is Popcorn Ceiling Removal Worth It?
Removing popcorn ceilings modernizes your home and can increase value by 1–3% in Diamond State's market.
Read More →Popcorn Ceiling Asbestos: What Diamond State Homeowners Need to Know
Homes built before 1980 may contain asbestos in popcorn ceilings. Here's what to do before removal.
Read More →Popcorn Ceiling Removal Cost Breakdown
Professional removal typically costs $1–$3 per square foot, including skim coating and painting.
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