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Avatar for K,B&D Remodeling, LLC
K,B&D Remodeling, LLC
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Popcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or RemovePopcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or Remove - For Business

Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Juan and K,B&D Remodeling came highly recommended by a neighbor and he remodeled two bathrooms and installed lights in my condo. His work is impeccable, prices reasonable, and communication and professionalism is unmatched as a general contractor. I will continue to use this company for any home I own in Chicago."
Erie st
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Erie st

+47

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by57%of homeowners
All Service Calls, LLC
4.5(
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Popcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or RemovePopcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or Remove - For Business

Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I cannot say enough good things about Abraham and his team. They were indispensible during a challenging and stressful move. Not only did they do a superb job of installing a ceiling fan to an 18ft ceiling, multiple patch repairs, seamlessly replacing and installing bathroom extractor fans that into non standard sized spaces, filling countless nail holes and repainting, and reattaching a dislodged dishwasher, Abraham did all of this amidst the chaos of a move and made MULTIPLE trips to Home Depot to color match paints when I provided the wrong cans. He was patient, thorough, and went WAY above and beyond any expectations in both service, execution, and generosity. If you have anything you need done in your home, make these guys your first call!"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
SmartTime Maintenance Solutions
New to Angi
Popcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or RemovePopcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or Remove - For Business

Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

CAMT-certified maintenance professional with 20+ years of building maintenance experience. Known for being talented, focused, and results-driven with a strong commitment to quality work and property upkeep.

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Unamis Painting and Remodeling Inc
5.0(
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Popcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or RemovePopcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or Remove - For Business

Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had the walls and ceilings painted in all of the rooms of my home- everything was completed with attention to detail and to my total satisfaction. They were timely, professional, and knowledgeable. I appreciate the care taken to do a wonderful job and perform quality work. Reasonably priced, easy to work with and honest- would definitely contract them again, and highly recommend!"
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+20

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Rey's Painting & Drywall LLC
5.0(
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Popcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or RemovePopcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or Remove - For Business

Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Rey and his team were outstanding! They were able to schedule the work quickly. They painted multiple rooms and ceilings for us. Because he had a crew, Rey was completed the entire job in one day. The attention to detail and his quality of his work was unsurpassed. Additionally has price points where at or below all of the other quotes we requested. As long as I live in the Chicago area I will never look for painting anyone to complete painting for me other than Rey! 👍🏼👌🏼"
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+11

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Element Drywall & Painting
4.8(
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Popcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or RemovePopcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or Remove - For Business

Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was super happy with the work by DLB Drywall. They replaced a very large wall in my condo. Noise migration was the biggest problem so we placed quiet rock drywall with green glue to help decrease the sound migration. It worked very well and the drywall looks great! I also had DLB redo my fireplace to build it up to the ceiling. It looks really great. I could not have asked for things to go better. They also did a great job painting the finished product!"
Noble Square drywall replacing to fiber-glass sheathing and painting.
Drywall Project
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Noble Square drywall replacing to fiber-glass sheathing and painting.

+120

Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Popcorn Ceilings FAQs, answered by experts

Smooth ceilings create a modern, clean look that helps brighten rooms by reflecting light, making spaces feel more open. They're easy to paint and maintain but can show imperfections. Textured ceilings add character and hide flaws like cracks or uneven drywall. With a range of patterns, you can opt for a subtle texture or something more decorative. The choice between smooth and textured ceilings comes down to your personal style and the look you want for your space.

Popcorn ceilings have fallen out of popularity due to their outdated appearance, difficult maintenance, and potential health risks. Ceilings installed before the 1990s may contain asbestos, which poses a serious health hazard if disturbed. As design trends have shifted towards sleeker, more modern finishes, many homeowners now favor smoother ceilings that offer a cleaner look and easier upkeep.

However, popcorn ceilings do offer some benefits, such as acoustic dampening and the ability to hide imperfections. Some people also appreciate their retro charm or find them to be a cost-effective option. Ultimately, whether a popcorn ceiling is 'bad' depends on personal preference, safety concerns, and the overall aesthetic of the home.

Using a paint sprayer is the most effective method for painting popcorn ceilings, and it's why professionals choose spraying versus rolling paint. The sprayer simplifies the challenges of painting the texture. However, we don’t recommend that DIYers try to use a sprayer indoors as it could make a significant mess. Using a paint roller on a ladder is the easiest option that results in much less mess.

No, you do not have to worry about new popcorn ceilings having asbestos. All residential building materials used since the mid-1980s stopped including asbestos, so new popcorn ceilings have no risk of asbestos. You can still create a textured drywall ceiling with a popcorn texture if you like, but new techniques have no risk of adding asbestos. 

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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