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Avatar for System 1 Acoustic Ceiling Removal
System 1 Acoustic Ceiling Removal
4.8(
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Popcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or RemovePopcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or Remove - For Business

Serving Orange County, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1978

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"I couldn’t recommend system one interiors more. The only thing I regret is all the time I wasted getting quotes from other contractors who gave me the runaround. Richard From systems1 interior is a dedicated and communicative person that I enjoyed and appreciated working with from beginning to end. I had asbestos popcorn ceiling removed by another company who were not as careful as I would have liked and left the ceiling in pretty rough shape. Richard and his team skim coated the whole ceiling primed and painted it. It looks beautiful and has really made Home feel like home. his team also took out an old AC/heater unit in the wall patched and repaired it like it was never there. He walked me through the process and explained all the steps. He was so thoughtful and took the time to show me pictures of what the end product would look like and even utilized resources I already had to cut costs for me as a homeowner. I really appreciated working with system one interiors! 10/10"
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Response time2 days
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Mg drywall usa
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Popcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or RemovePopcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or Remove - For Business

Serving Orange County, CA and surrounding areas

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"I hired MG Drywall to repair ceilings after doing electrical work. Miguel is great. He is very fast. Miguel and his crew did a lot of work. Hanging drywall, complete skim coat on the ceiling and texture. The results are great. Would never know any work was done. I highly recommend MG Drywall and would not hesitate to use them again. Thank you for a fantastic job"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Drywall Design
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Popcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or RemovePopcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or Remove - For Business

Serving Orange County, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

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Emergency services offered

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done! Specializing in Drywall services, we guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!

Mesa Verde Remodel
Mesa Verde Remodel
Mesa Verde Remodel
Mesa Verde Remodel
Mesa Verde Remodel

+6

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Ram Drywall
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Popcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or RemovePopcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or Remove - For Business

Serving Orange County, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

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Small jobs welcome

"Mike was great, he was very profession, did an excellent job removing all my popcorn ceiling in both bedrooms, living room and dining room. He was supposed to complete the job in 3 days but he was so quick and efficient he was able to finish it in just 2 days. I would definitely reccomend Mike for Ram drywall over any other drywall company. The price was reasonable and his work was very clean and beautiful."
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Tape & Finish
Tape & Finish
Tape & Finish

+33

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Tru-Wall Pro Services
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Popcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or RemovePopcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or Remove - For Business

Serving Orange County, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Called him out for a quote. He came out to see all the things I needed to have repaired. Gave an email quote the next few days, then took 2 days to complete the work. He did a great job fixing all my drywall problems after a kitchen remodel and patched the ceiling from water damage and holes from old light fixture locations.
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
Lee's drywall and plaster repair
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Popcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or RemovePopcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or Remove - For Business

Serving Orange County, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

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Warranties offered

"I can't say enough good things about this company. Mr. Lee is both an accomplished craftsman and an artist. He made my wall and ceiling look better than new and left my home clean and free of debris. He will be the first person I call for any future drywall or stucco repair!"
Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
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Prime Drywall Design Inc
4.7(
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Popcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or RemovePopcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or Remove - For Business

Serving Orange County, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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Customers say: True professional

"Prime Drywall & Design patched a 3? square hole in the ceiling of one of our rooms which was left after remediation was completed in our attic from a pipe leak. Francisco responded to our inquiry & came to our house promptly. He was professional and explained what needed to be done to patch this hole. 2 days later his crew came & did a fine job of covering everything with plastic and then patching the hole. Francisco came the following day and sanded leaving the ceiling ready to paint. I highly recommend Prime Drywall &; Design."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
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Popcorn Ceilings questions, answered by experts

The easiest way to remove texture from walls is the soak-and-scrape method. You’ll need to spray a section of the wall with water and let the water soak in and soften the texture. Then, you need to scrape the texture off using a drywall taping knife. This method works best with unpainted walls since paint prevents water from saturating the textured joint compound.

Textured ceilings add visual interest and personality to a room, breaking away from the flat, uniform look of smooth ceilings. They are also practical, as the texture helps to hide imperfections, making them ideal for older homes or spaces prone to wear and tear. Textured ceilings come in a variety of patterns, giving homeowners the flexibility to choose a style that complements their design preferences, whether they want something subtle or more intricate. Additionally, certain textures can help with sound absorption, making rooms quieter and more comfortable.

The timeline varies from a few hours to two days, depending on room size, texture complexity, and removal difficulty.

Popcorn ceilings have fallen out of popularity for several reasons, though opinions on them can vary. The primary drawbacks include an outdated appearance, difficulty with cleaning and maintenance, and potential health risks, as ceilings installed before the 1990s may contain asbestos. As design trends have shifted toward sleeker, more modern finishes, many homeowners now prefer smooth ceilings for their clean look and easier upkeep. However, popcorn ceilings do offer some benefits, such as excellent acoustic properties for noise reduction and the ability to hide imperfections. Some also appreciate their retro charm or find them to be a cost-effective solution. Ultimately, whether they are "bad" depends on personal preference, safety concerns, and aesthetic goals.

If your popcorn ceiling is asbestos-free and you are ready for a new look, painting is an option. As long as there is no flaking or other wear, a new coat of paint might be just the thing to refresh the old ceiling. The best way to paint a popcorn ceiling is to use either a paint sprayer or a thick roller to cover the popcorn texture fully. (Do not forget to dust it off beforehand!)

“Note that if you eventually want to remove the popcorn ceiling, a painted ceiling is a labor-intensive job to remove and will cost more,” says Bob Tschudi. “Once painted, the process of removing the popcorn ceiling requires physical scraping as opposed to a spray-and-scrape approach. It’s very labor-intensive, and thus more costly.”

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