"Amy was very professional, courteous and informative. She is definitely very knowledgeable about her craft!!! 👍👍3"
Keith Tatman
Popcorn Ceiling Removal in South Charlotte
Your Popcorn Ceiling Removal Project, From Consultation to Completion
Those textured popcorn ceilings instantly date a south Charlotte home, and smoothing them out makes rooms feel brighter and more current.
We test for asbestos in pre-1980 South Charlotte 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 South Charlotte 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 South Charlotte 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 South Charlotte home.
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Number of Paint Jobs
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Honest Reviews from Real Homeowners
"Had a great experience with Amy- the team did a great job painting the nursery for my wife and I. They were quick to com…"
Ryan Winters
"I am blown away by the results. The house looks phenomenal. I’ve been wanting to paint our ‘90’s red brick colonial sinc…"
Elizabeth Deresz
"I hired That 1 Painter to remove the popcorn ceiling on the second floor of my home and they did a great job! The crew w…"
Noel W
"Amy was very professional, courteous and informative. She is definitely very knowledgeable about her craft!!! 👍👍3"
Keith Tatman
"Had a great experience with Amy- the team did a great job painting the nursery for my wife and I. They were quick to com…"
Ryan Winters
"I am blown away by the results. The house looks phenomenal. I’ve been wanting to paint our ‘90’s red brick colonial sinc…"
Elizabeth Deresz
"I hired That 1 Painter to remove the popcorn ceiling on the second floor of my home and they did a great job! The crew w…"
Noel W
"Very polite and friendly painters, who did a good job and left a perfectly clean room when finished,"
John R Thomas
"I had them patch up the ceiling in my bathroom after a leak. The whole process was quick and painless, from getting the…"
Carrie Parrington
"That 1 painter was a great company to work with. Finished our flip project painting job in a timely manner. They were al…"
Atlantis Properties
"We highly recommend That 1 Painter for any painting needs. Their expertise, attention to detail, and dedication to custo…"
Fancy Figueroa
What Popcorn Ceiling Removal Costs in South Charlotte (2026)
107%
Maximum ROI on popcorn ceiling removal
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70–80%
Typical investment recouped at resale
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$1,985
Average professional removal cost
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Popcorn Ceiling Removal FAQs in South Charlotte
It can be, which is why we mask and cover everything first. Our crews contain the work area, protect your floors and furniture, and clean up thoroughly so your south Charlotte home is left tidy.
We skim, sand, and prime the ceiling so it's smooth and even, then finish it with paint. The result is a clean, modern ceiling that brightens the whole room.
Popcorn ceilings applied before 1980 in older Matthews ranches, Mint Hill split-levels, Pineville bungalows, and estate homes across Weddington and Waxhaw can contain asbestos, and pre-1978 homes can also carry lead trim. Our crews test before any scraping and refer testing when needed. Every scope is walked at the free in-home estimate.
Full plastic containment on floors and walls keeps popcorn scraping contained in Ballantyne, Matthews, and Fort Mill homes. HEPA vacuums run through the scrape and skim coats. The room is fully cleaned before the ceiling paint goes down.
Most Ballantyne and Matthews homeowners choose a smooth level-4 skim finish, though light knockdown or orange peel are options where the surrounding rooms already carry that texture. The finish is sprayed with a ceiling-grade flat paint. The 3-year transferable warranty covers the finish.
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 South Charlotte's market.
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Popcorn Ceiling Asbestos: What South Charlotte 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 South Charlotte's market.
Read More →Popcorn Ceiling Asbestos: What South Charlotte 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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