"They did a fantastic job! They were very easy to communicate with and kept me updated throughout the whole process. I wo…"
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Popcorn Ceiling Removal in Greater Boston
Your Popcorn Ceiling Removal Project, From Consultation to Completion
Mid-century homes and condos around Quincy, Waltham, and Lexington still carry dated popcorn ceilings.
We test for asbestos in pre-1980 Greater Boston 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 Greater Boston 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 Greater Boston 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 Greater Boston home.
Number of Territories
400+
Number of Paint Jobs
20,000+
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Honest Reviews from Real Homeowners
"Painted my house what a great job They where very into detail and very neat and clean. Highly recommend them"
chris bronsdon
"Morry and his team did a really good job removing all the 1970s era wallpaper in my house and repainting the entire insi…"
Jay Filteau
"Nick & his crew were amazing to work with & kept my timeline is consideration to get my project done! Definitely call th…"
Alicia Boisvert
"They did a fantastic job! They were very easy to communicate with and kept me updated throughout the whole process. I wo…"
Bill Fleming
"Painted my house what a great job They where very into detail and very neat and clean. Highly recommend them"
chris bronsdon
"Morry and his team did a really good job removing all the 1970s era wallpaper in my house and repainting the entire insi…"
Jay Filteau
"Nick & his crew were amazing to work with & kept my timeline is consideration to get my project done! Definitely call th…"
Alicia Boisvert
"10/10 highly recommend! The work was AMAZING!"
Lesley Kaye Declaro
"Very responsive, on time, and very professional! All staff wears masks. Cleans up after the job. Will definitely use the…"
Luiz Oriuti
"Nick is by far one of the best painters in his field, not only for his quality of work and professionalism but his extre…"
sword dead
"They showed up on time. They adapted well to changes I made to the project last minute. Very polite and respectful. The…"
Andres Delia
"Nick and his team were great. I am so happy with the results. The team was on time every day. Excellent customer service…"
Robocraft Games
"Quality work and a professional crew. They provided very thorough quotes, which were helpful in budgeting. Would definit…"
Tommy Blackburn
"Nick and his crew did an amazing job and were professional and kind throughout the job. We will definitely be using them…"
Mar Bryan Lopez
"Great team who go above and beyond. Prep everything with care and clean up thoroughly. Well worth it!"
Valdivia Rodriguez Christopher
What Popcorn Ceiling Removal Costs in Greater Boston (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 FAQs in Greater Boston
Yes, we mask and contain the work area so the rest of your unit stays protected during the scrape.
We skim the ceiling smooth and finish it, giving you a clean, modern flat ceiling.
Pre-1980 homes across Natick, Norwood, Dedham, and older Winchester sections get a third-party asbestos test before scrape starts. Post-1980 builds in Ashland and Holliston typically test clean, but we still recommend the test. The scope is walked at the free in-home estimate.
Contained and controlled, plastic on floors and walls, zip-wall doorways, and dust management on active zones in Wellesley and Needham homes. Neighboring rooms stay livable during the work. The setup is walked at the free in-home estimate.
Smooth is the most common finish on New England repaints, with a light knockdown as a secondary option. The ceiling is skim-coated, sanded, primed, and painted. Every scope carries our 3-year transferable warranty.
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 Greater Boston's market.
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Popcorn Ceiling Asbestos: What Greater Boston 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 Greater Boston's market.
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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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