Wallpaper Removal Services FAQs
Do you repair any damage to the walls?
Many of my clients want to remove wallpaper that has been in use for decades. In many cases, wallpaper hides existing damage, such as crumbling plaster, mold and cracks, which are especially prevalent in older homes.
I can repair any damage to your walls, including impact damage, water damage, and mold. Sometimes, repairing existing damage may be unavoidable, especially if the wallpaper begins to lift the top surface of the drywall.
If you need wallpaper removal and painting services, I can prepare your walls for a smooth, flawless finish.
Can I paint over my wallpaper?
With the proper preparation, there's nothing stopping you from painting on virtually any type of wallpaper. Many people choose to do this because they don't want to remove existing wallpaper.
However, in some cases this is not the best option. If there are chips, holes or scratches in the wallpaper, it is always better to remove the wall instead of painting over it. Another reason to remove wallpaper is that painting over it and trying to remove it later makes the job much more complicated.
For a high standard finish, I always recommend removing the wallpaper first. Unfortunately, painting over poor-quality wallpaper will only work for a certain time.
How long does it take to remove wallpaper?
If you choose to invest in wallpaper removal services only, it should take about a day to remove a medium-sized room without any underlying issues. There are situations you may encounter that will alter this timeline.
For example, older homes with wallpaper that is more than a generation old often see pieces of plaster or drywall fall off when you remove the paper.
If you are also prepping and painting the walls underneath, the job can take three to five days.
As a general rule, professionals can typically complete this type of work in half the time of an amateur.
During your consultation, I will provide you with the most realistic timeline possible. If I discover unexpected problems, such as hidden wall damage, I may need to revise my timeline.
Do you offer wallpaper removal near me?
If you are looking for "wallpaper removal services near me", trust the company that can restore your walls to the best quality.
I pride myself on offering the best service to anyone who wants to improve the look, quality and finish of their home.
I currently serve more than 90 clients, with further expansion planned in the future.
To find out if I offer my services in your area, contact me now!
Popcorn Ceiling Removal FAQs
I’m looking for popcorn ceiling removal near me. Do you service my area?
If you need a popcorn ceiling removal company, write to me now. I will help you determine if my popcorn ceiling removal service is available where you live.
Can I remove popcorn ceiling myself?
If you've searched for "remove popcorn ceiling near me" and are wondering if you could complete the job yourself, you're not alone.
Whether you can do it yourself depends on the situation. There are situations where DIYers can get the job done without turning to a popcorn ceiling removal company. However, the job can take much longer and there is no guarantee of a quality finish.
Under no circumstances should you attempt to remove the popcorn ceiling if there is asbestos in your home. Attempting to remove asbestos-contaminated popcorn ceilings on your own terms risks contaminating the room and other areas of the house.
Only a professional local popcorn ceiling removal service is equipped to safely determine your asbestos risk and create the smooth finish you expect.
Should I remove or paint over a popcorn ceiling?
Nothing stops you from painting directly on the popcorn ceiling instead of hiring a popcorn ceiling removal company. You can consider this option to save money and not have to hire popcorn ceiling removal contractors.
While a coat of paint can rejuvenate your popcorn ceiling, there are a few things you should consider before painting. Painting the ceiling will not cover its structure or replace its appearance. If you are determined to give your home the makeover it deserves, exploring “popcorn ceiling removal services near me” is your best bet.
Interior House Painters FAQs
Is it better to paint your house or hire someone?
Preparing and painting a house yourself can be a challenging and time-consuming task, depending on the size and condition of the room's walls.
Furthermore, it is common for people to believe that doing the painting themselves will save money compared to hiring a professional. The cost of painting a room may seem low at first, but it soon adds up when you factor in brushes, rollers, primer, cans of paint, and maybe even wall repair tools. In a short time you will have spent as much as you would spend on professional painters.
How do I know it’s time to repaint my home’s interior?
There are some quick tell-tale signs that a home needs an extra coat of paint. Outside of general causes, such as wanting a color change, or overt damage to walls, if the paint on your home is peeling, cracking, or flaking, it's probably time to call an interior house painting company to fix the problem areas.
How much does it cost to paint a home interior?
Several criteria, including surface area, ease of access, and paint costs, determine interior house painting service prices.
The size of your home is the primary factor in establishing your interior painting budget.
What paint sheen should I use?
Most people prefer to avoid a glossy finish on interior walls. The disadvantage? Higher gloss levels draw attention to surface irregularities and wall structure. It will also show colors differently than a matte finish.
In most cases, a satin sheen is the best choice for an interior wall.
However, a higher gloss makes the painted surface more durable and easier to clean. Cabinets, trim and doors benefit from high-gloss finishes because they will be touched frequently by sticky fingers.
What colors should I use in a room?
Here are some guidelines for choosing the right paint color for a room. When choosing color, consider the following:
The furniture and flooring already add color to the room. You can stay in the same palette or choose a few complementary colors for an accent wall.
Smaller rooms benefit from lighter paint colors. If you choose a darker tone, it can make the space feel cramped.
How much light is there in a given space; lighter or brighter colors tend to reflect more available sunlight.
The purpose of the room. While an office will want to avoid saturated primary colors, a child's playroom would be the perfect place for this.
If you're having trouble finding a color scheme, I can help you find the right colors to make your room perfect.
Exterior House Painters FAQs
How much does it cost to have an exterior painted?
Several factors affect the cost of painting the exterior of a house, the main determining factors being preparation time, the size of the house and the quality of the paint. The colors you choose will also play a role in the final price of your exterior home painting project.
Can I paint the exterior of my house myself?
Cleaning, prepping and painting your home can be a time-consuming and challenging task. The job can become even more challenging depending on the size and condition of the current exterior.
Hiring contractors for exterior house painting is your best bet if you don't have the time, materials, skills and energy to complete the job.
How do I find exterior house painters near me?
When you decide it's time to paint your house and you start looking for "painters near me", you need to consider the different aspects of your house before contacting any of the contractors. Exterior painting requires expert skills and tools to get the best job, and that's where exterior painters come in.
Frequently asked Questions
Frequently asked Questions
“Who will be performing the work and how long have these team members been with your company?”
Every work gets completed by me, James.
“How many painters will there be on my project?”
Collaborators work with me which one of them is my wife who as well as helping me in common jobs, is specialised in wood jobs.
“When will the work start and when will it be completed, approximately?”
The start and the end of the works are always indicated on my initial quote. In 99% of cases the work is delivered on the date indicated in my quotation.
“If I need to speak with someone regarding colors or any issues, who do I call? May I have their direct phone number?”
You can call me or write to me by email or text message at any time. Customers often change their minds about the choice of colours, I am aware of this and I always offer my complete availability if a change is necessary.
“What are the measures that will be taken to limit dust, to keep non-painted areas clean, and to ensure that my family will still have access to the newly painted areas while you are working? “
The difference between one painter and another lies right here. Protecting environments from excessive dust production is important both for the customer and for us who work. To overcome this, we use modern equipment designed specifically for this need, such as MIRKA class M extractors and its ultra-technological sanders.
“Do you vacuum and clean daily?”
Absolutely YES! The last twenty minutes of the working day are dedicated only to leaving the place in the best conditions. Everything is collected, including tools and paint cans.
“Do you use regular VOC paints, or are the paints No VOC paints?”
We prefer to use paint with a very low VOC content. VOCs or Volatile Organic Compounds are chemicals found in solvent-based and in small quantities in many water-based paints and coatings. Their main purpose in solvent-based paints is to act as the medium to transfer the paint from the can to the surface and aid the paint’s flow. Secondly, some VOCs preserve the paint in the can, preventing it from spoiling. In addition, they will be required when the coating requires specialist properties such as rust prevention. Once applied, the VOCs evaporate and it is because of this transfer that decorating areas should be appropriately ventilated.
“How do I know the VOC content of paint?”
A simple labelling system helps users understand the level of VOC content in the paint they buy. Each decorative coating product containing VOCs will display details of the VOCs contained and in many cases show one of these 5 classifications or globes on the packaging: Minimal – Low – Medium – High – Very High
“Can I request No VOC paints be used in my home?”
You have every right to ask that a low VOC content paint be used, I will be happy to guide you in the best choice.
“How clean will my home be upon completion? Do I need to schedule my professional home cleaning service to follow-up?”
This is one of our strengths! At the end of the work the areas will be perfectly clean and tidy. Often a person I trust takes care of cleaning windows, doors, furniture or other areas where dust may have settled in a more thorough manner.
“Will you be using the best products available, and will my quote include the best products available? Can I request products that I like or have read reviews about? “
As a base I always suggest the Top Trade line from Dulux, but I will be very happy to use any other good brand of your choice.
“What time does your work day start?”
In order not to create too much disturbance, we show up at the clients’ homes no earlier than 9.30 am.
“What time do you finish work?”
We leave the client’s house never later than 5 pm.
“Do you and your team leave the job site for lunch or to go to the bathroom?”
We rarely leave your house to go to lunch, in 99% of cases we eat something we brought from home. We avoid using your bathroom, if you have a guest bathroom and make it available to us we will use it, but with great care and attention to keep it in perfect order and cleanliness.
“What is your company’s policy for satisfaction?”
There are no alternatives, the goal is your complete and total satisfaction…!