Homeowner guides
Straight answers to the questions people ask before hiring.
How Much Does Popcorn Ceiling Removal Cost? Worked Examples by Room
Popcorn ceiling removal is $1.50 per square foot of ceiling. A 12×12 bedroom (144 sq ft) is $216 for removal alone, or $612 with a skim coat and paint.
Read the guideDoes My Popcorn Ceiling Have Asbestos? What to Do Before Removal
Many popcorn ceilings applied before the 1980s contain asbestos, and you can't tell by looking. The EPA advises leaving suspect material undisturbed and having it tested by an accredited professional before any work that would disturb it.
Read the guideBrown Stain on the Ceiling? Find the Source Before You Fix the Drywall
A ceiling water stain is a symptom. In South Florida the usual causes are a backed-up AC condensate line, a roof leak or plumbing above — fix the source first, dry the area promptly, then repair the drywall.
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