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Merrifield Paint and Design
4.8(
118
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Fairly priced, performed on time and with great skill. The Merrifield team has done three significant engagement at our church. On the first, they repainted several very large windows that had suffered water damage and repainted a wall section that had problems. No one in the congregation can tell which windows and wall were painted and which were not. On the second, they dealt with a room with three or four different colors of paint and plaster damaged by removing built-in shelves and cabinet. The result is like new. The last job asked them to deal with damaged trim and walls that had not been panted in years. We needed stop part way down a long hallway. They were able to match colors and feather the transition so as to produce a nearly invisible transition. The plaster in this area has a sandy texture. There repairs to some fairly large areas that look very good. We are already working on a fourth set of problems for Jeff's team to solve. Members who were previously strong advocates for DIY painting have become supporters of finding the funds to hire Merrifield because they can see the real difference it makes."
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+8

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Wilbers Painting
4.8(
404
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wilber and his crew were very professional, punctual and delivered what they promised. Will definitely hire them again for many other drywall, wallpaper removal and painting jobs I have planned in my home."
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+166

Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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CertaPro Painters of Washington, DC
4.2(
5
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

CertaPro Painters® offers a full range of custom interior painting services designed to deliver a smooth, seamless experience from start to finish. Our teams focus on quality, precision, and care—ensuring exceptional results in every room of your home. We also offer a full range of exterior painting services designed to protect your home and elevate its curb appeal. From siding and trim to doors, decks, and more, our experienced teams deliver detail-oriented work that lasts. When it comes to exterior painting, we’re the trusted choice for homeowners.

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R&B Pro Painting, LLC
5.0(
8
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Benito and Julio were fantastic! I was going to try putting up the wallpaper by myself but I got SO nervous that I contacted Angi's list. Julio did the painting and Benito did the wallpaper. I had not touched my kitchen in 20 years and I felt so happy watching them get the job done correctly. I highly recommend R&B Pro Painting!"
Interior & Exterior Painting
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Interior & Exterior Painting

+18

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
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Manny's Painting Services, LLC
4.9(
56
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Painting- Interior and Exterior. Power washing drywall carpentry bath and kitchen We are a company with more than twelve years in the business Our commitment is to provide the best customer service\nit does not matter what small is the job we give you the best service the professional team of mannys painting services is gonna take care of everything just relax and see the final result we offer free estimate

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+102

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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L&G Contractor LLC
5.0(
32
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

If you are looking to rejuvenate your home look no further than L&G Contractor LLC! We are the foremost authority in home improvement services for the DC metro area. We are a family owned and operated general contracting company specializing in all aspects of home improvement. Our suite of services includes: Remodeling (general, kitchens & bathrooms), Painting (interior & exterior), Drywall/Sheetrock, Plaster, Cabinets, Fencing, Flooring (tile, wood & laminate), Ceramic Tile, Deck Maintenance and much more! Contact us today to schedule an appointment and lets give your home the attention it needs!

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+141

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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George's Painting Inc
4.4(
397
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired this company based on reviews from Angie's list.  My experience was a bit different than the A + rating they had.  The answered my call for a quote and arrived on time.  The communicated in Spanish about everything.  We all walked the house together and I pointed out everything that needed painting.  We had a discussion about the master bath, the last words I heard George senior tell me was "we can fix this".  They quoted me a price of $3400.00 and said if I got everything done at once, he would take $200.00 off.  I didn't get other quotes because I just moved in and time was a factor, so I can't really comment on price.  During the week, they dropped of a large paint sample thing to make may choices from.  They arrived early to start the two-day job, a Friday and a Saturday.  They finished the job on Saturday, as promised.  My master bath was not painted, the wood on the steps was not painted, they removed all the drapery hardware and it was tossed out apparently, they took a blind down in the master bedroom and I had to remind many times for them to fix it, they did with crazy glue.  The walls and ceiling are beautiful but the trim is horrible.  I am still painting over spots that were missed or the paint was wiped off when they cleaned the floors.  There was a quarter sized drop of paint on my maple dining room table.  There was a large spot of white trim paint on the colored wall in the hall, but worst of all I continue to clean small spots and areas where there is white paint on the oak floors. They did do me one favor and lift a TV back up above the fireplace that had been taken down for painting. They did leave all the extra paint in the basement, one bucket not closed and has a paint roller floating in it.  The worst thing was them teasing my dogs and getting them agitated and pushing each other towards them and laughing.  Overall, I don't think I had an "A" experience.  Unfortunately I would not recommend them or use them again.
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+22

Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Tony Touch Painting & Flooring LLC
4.8(
89
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very responsive.  Met with me on short notice for an estimate while I was in town for a short visit.  It had been a rental property for 10 years and I live out of town but I wanted to fix it up for sale.  I felt very comfortable with his level of professionalism and compared him to other bids and found him well within range. He was also able to do the work of several contractors each doing one thing all under one contract and for a lower price than others combined.  He started work within two weeks of signing and stayed true to his estimated time line. 
 
He sent pictures of before and after the work and I am very happy.  He understood my budget limits and helped keep costs down but retain quality of paint, repairs and workmanship.
 
Inside the house we had carpet that, when removed, found there was more damage than expected.  He sent pictures of what he found and we talked candidly about changes to the contract with additional fees that were essentially at cost for materials with a small markup.
He was very helpful in keeping up communication with me, even being far away and letting me know how things were going and any decisions that needed to be made so I felt comfortable with the work being done.
I sent a property manager to review the end product with him and she gave high marks.  And she's a tough cookie.
Only problem is, now I wish I could move back in rather than sell it!
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Wallpaper Removal FAQs, answered by experts

To remove pre-pasted wallpaper, you’ll need to wet the wallpaper or steam it to loosen the paste on the back of the wallpaper. Spray the paper with water, then let it soak for 10 to 20 minutes. From there, you should be able to peel off the wallpaper. Then, you may need to follow up with a cleaning solution and a scraper to remove any remaining wallpaper paste on the walls.

Yes, many companies offer convenient options to accommodate service timing needs.

Wallpaper steamers can be very helpful for removing large sections of wallpaper more easily, but they’re not always a good idea for DIYers. The drywall behind your wallpaper is meant to stay dry, and excessive moisture from improper technique with a wallpaper steamer can leave you with severe wall damage. Drywall also retains moisture, which could result in mold growth over time. It’s best to hire a professional to remove your wallpaper with a steamer to avoid wall damage and related moisture issues.

Think hard before deciding to German schmear your home’s exterior brickwork. If you do not like the look, you are pretty much stuck with it, as it is impossible to remove this finish the way you can remove paint. You risk damaging the underlying brick if you have to chisel and acid-wash it away. It will also take a very long time, and remnants of the mortar wash will always remain.

Many peel-and-stick wallpapers aren’t moisture-resistant, so if you install them in high-humidity rooms, mold can grow behind the wallpaper. It’s best to reserve peel-and-stick wallpaper for bedrooms, living rooms, and other rooms with lower humidity levels. Not only does this minimize the risk of mold growth, but it also keeps the wallpaper from bubbling or peeling.