"Wit came out quickly to give me a quote for repair of my dry wall and paint. He was very professional. I had a lot of qu…"
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Popcorn Ceiling Removal in Richmond
Your Popcorn Ceiling Removal Project, From Consultation to Completion
From mid-century homes in Mechanicsville to older suburban houses in Glen Allen, removing dated popcorn ceilings instantly modernizes a Richmond interior.
We test for asbestos in pre-1980 Richmond 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 Richmond 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 Richmond 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 Richmond home.
Number of Territories
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Number of Paint Jobs
20,000+
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Honest Reviews from Real Homeowners
"Very pleasant experience. Customer service was EXCELLENT!! Witt was very professional. Luis and Darwin did a great job o…"
S. Young
"Luis and Chris were great. There was previous leak damage that needed to be repaired after it was fixed. There were some…"
Dr. Jerren Alcalde
"Wit and his team were fantastic! I was not able to meet in person at the property to discuss the project but Wit took ca…"
Heather Hill
"Wit came out quickly to give me a quote for repair of my dry wall and paint. He was very professional. I had a lot of qu…"
Jo Poutier
"Very pleasant experience. Customer service was EXCELLENT!! Witt was very professional. Luis and Darwin did a great job o…"
S. Young
"Luis and Chris were great. There was previous leak damage that needed to be repaired after it was fixed. There were some…"
Dr. Jerren Alcalde
"Wit and his team were fantastic! I was not able to meet in person at the property to discuss the project but Wit took ca…"
Heather Hill
"We were very happy with our experience with that 1 painter! They were responsive and easy to communicate with. Accomplis…"
Regan Hurley
"Outstanding service from initial free estimate to completion of the work. Wit Waterfield who was my point of contact arr…"
Deanna Callahan
"Troy and his team were communicative through the entire process. Scheduling was easy; progress was fast; the result was…"
Samantha Vitale
"Ben was very detailed and patient in explaining the process for our upstairs remodel. We moved into my mother in laws ho…"
Tasha
What Popcorn Ceiling Removal Costs in Richmond (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 Richmond
Our crews protect your space, scrape the texture, then skim, sand, and repaint for a smooth modern look in homes across Richmond, Glen Allen, and Ashland, backed by a 3-year transferable warranty.
We contain the work with careful masking and cleanup so your Mechanicsville or Short Pump home stays protected. A free in-home estimate gets the plan started.
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 Richmond's market.
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Popcorn Ceiling Asbestos: What Richmond 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 Richmond's market.
Read More →Popcorn Ceiling Asbestos: What Richmond 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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