overage, which will be refunded to me....really nice). I also purchased some of the material from Chicagoland Remodeling directly like: faucets, bathroom accessories, some of the tiles, wallpaper, vanity & quartz-they really gave me a good deal what let me to save money. Izabela was my primary contact throughout the 3 week process and was very consistent in emailing me and keeping me up to date and/or just there to answer questions, etc. She was always professional and very available. Jack was my carpenter/plumber and electrician all in one! From day one we hit it off perfectly. He and crew was always there on time, worked many long days. Every single day he would put down rug coverings and by the time he left you would never guess there was any construction going on at the house! On days they may have been running late Izabela or Wally always let me know. Wally and Izabela made GREAT design suggestions for laying out the tile and best use of the space...many things I would never have thought of and I was extremely grateful that they took the time to walk me through everything. My bathroom look awesome. Wallpaper we chose was beautiful so I wanted to be sure that it will be install in the right way. Voytek did an excellent job, wallpaper looks like one big pc without visible seams. I already recommend CR to few of my friends who also wants to install wallpaper. I need to mentioned that the same wallpaper at the Merchandise Mart was 40% more expensive than what I paid ordering thru CR. That?s a lot of savings. I will not tell a lot about roofing project (roof is roof ;-), so far so good no leaks), all workers are very hard working to make my house looks good. Roofers cleaned up all debris as well as removed nails form our yard. They did our roof with total tear off and installation in 1 day-amazing. I would use them anytime. Right now I am planning my next project to hire them?."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/il/elmwood-park/chicagoland-remodeling-inc-reviews-440818.htm"},"position":6},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"FRANZWA DECORATING","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IL","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Kay W."},"reviewBody":" We had put a liner over Paneling in the family in the early 90's and then put the textured wallpaper over that. I inquired whether we could just paint over the wallpaper. Paul said that it could be done, but some steps needed to be taken to accomplish that. We are very pleased with the outcome. They came in and completed both rooms and the front door in one day. There were two of them They were clean and careful. The cost was reasonable. We had interviewed 3 companies before picking Paul. He gave me an estimated time when they could come here and they were right on time with that. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/il/mount-prospect/franzwa-decorating-reviews-200326.htm"},"position":7},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Premium Home Improvement","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IL","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Kay W."},"reviewBody":"The men arrived at 7:30 a.m. even a few minutes early to start. Walter is very organized and knows exactly how to proceed. He asked several questions, as I had not had much contact with them before hand. I did try to have everything ready to go and that was a great help in getting things off to a good start. They worked very well together and went right at it. They removed wallpaper, washed the walls, patched many holes and then moved into getting it all painted. Walter had told me to have some other small project ready in case they got done early. I didn't think there would be any time for that as there was a lot of work to do, but they were done early and I ran to the paint store and they were able to go over my stained glass door and side lights with a new coat to protect it even further. I would definitely recommend them and have them again. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/il/brookfield/premium-home-improvement-reviews-114877.htm"},"position":8},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"CY Painting Inc.","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IL","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Rosemary B."},"reviewBody":"I can?t say enough wonderful things about Chris Young and CY Painting. Chris is professional, patient, and kind, very important qualities to have as a business owner. And the work he and his company provided was exceptional. When he bid on painting my master bedroom, I asked him if he could paint over the old wallpaper without it showing through (I had had a bad experience with another contractor removing the wallpaper from the walk-in closet in the bedroom). Chris said that he could make it look like there was no wallpaper under the paint?and he was right! The room is just gorgeous! You would never know that there is wallpaper under the paint. The room is prettier than I ever could have imagined. The corners are perfect, there are no stray paint marks anywhere, and Chris and his team were done in one workday. They moved and replaced all of my furniture and cleaned up perfectly. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Chris and CY Painting for anything?they were absolutely wonderful to work with. And just one last side note: My screen door was damaged in a little accident with all of the comings and goings that day. Chris took the entire door with him to have the screen replaced for me at no charge. Pretty nice!
"},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/il/barrington/cy-painting-inc-reviews-4137558.htm"},"position":9},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Bonnie Jakubs Decorative Finishing & Painting","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"IL","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"David R."},"reviewBody":"We have used Bonne on a variety of projects and have been extremely pleased with all of the results. She provides quality, professional service with meticulous work, paying attention to details most contractors don't, was timely and clean (drop clothes, cleaning areas before she left for the day). She worked with us on color and design for our powder room; it was re-created with vertical stripes and a lattice design towards the ceiling. In the stripes, she added a slight swirl which provided a richness that went beyond straight paint. People are always amazed it is not wallpaper. We were so pleased with the quality and service that we hired her for two other projects. Her portfolio is full of design techniques, but she also does interior painting (did our vaulted-ceiling family room and kitchen) and handles room prep prior to painting (removing wallpaper, finishing walls, correcting imperfections, etc.)."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/il/hinsdale/bonnie-jakubs-decorative-finishing-and-painting-reviews-7898236.htm"},"position":10}]}
Wallpaper Removal reviews from real Angi homeowners in Crete, IL
Last update on October 15, 2025
Nancy C.
5.0
06/2023
We had an amazing experience with CertaPro of Palatine. They removed wallpaper and painted the rooms we wanted done. The end result was outstanding! Thanks CertaPro of Palatine.
Not well. Several years later I am still regretting that I hired them. The wallpaper they put up in the master bath never was right & there was glue everywhere (ceilings, on the wallpaper itself). I finally just had it removed only to find out that it was not put up correctly and it was a...
Julie F.
5.0
11/2016
He does a great job of consulting with you and trying to figure out what you want done. He had to remove the trim and some old wallpaper. He put in the new wainscoting and painted everything. He did such a great job, everything blends together and looks like it fits.
Jon M.
5.0
06/2016
I would not use anyone else. Wally and Richard's work is second to none. The walls are amazingly smooth and have zero imperfections.This is amazing since the walls were completely damaged from wallpaper removal. The job was completed in 5 days with our house as clean as it was before they...
David W.
5.0
11/2014
I did research and interview a number of good Angie's List candidates before choosing Chicagoland Remodeling Inc.to do my bathroom remodeling, wallpaper installation and new roof installation. I tried to choose one good company who can perform all the work, I tried to avoid multiply...
Kay W.
5.0
09/2014
We had put a liner over Paneling in the family in the early 90's and then put the textured wallpaper over that. I inquired whether we could just paint over the wallpaper. Paul said that it could be done, but some steps needed to be taken to accomplish that. We are very pleased with the...
Kay W.
5.0
08/2013
The men arrived at 7:30 a.m. even a few minutes early to start. Walter is very organized and knows exactly how to proceed. He asked several questions, as I had not had much contact with them before hand. I did try to have everything ready to go and that was a great help in getting things...
Rosemary B.
5.0
08/2013
I can?t say enough wonderful things about Chris Young and CY Painting. Chris is professional, patient, and kind, very important qualities to have as a business owner. And the work he and his company provided was exceptional. When he bid on painting my master bedroom, I asked him if he...
David R.
5.0
07/2013
We have used Bonne on a variety of projects and have been extremely pleased with all of the results. She provides quality, professional service with meticulous work, paying attention to details most contractors don't, was timely and clean (drop clothes, cleaning areas before she left for the...
Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"They were 1 of 3 quotes. We told them exactly what job we needed done. We dealt with Hector and Martha. They both reassured us that no problem they can get the job done. They quoted us (I have a contract) of $4,500. $3,500 is their labor 50 or and &1,000 would have been for materials. We were definitely going to go with better materials so we only really paid attention to their labor price of $3,500. They said the job would take 3 days and they told us they would start on a Monday. They postponed until Tuesday, they took a day off in the middle of the week for important business and they did not finish up until Sunday afternoon. My husband and I had been looking around every time they left and we were finding more and more things. Every day would bring it to their attention and she said they would fix. We did ask for two doors to be hung that was not on the original quote. At the end of everything she wanted $300 more than the original $3,500 quoted. I believe it was for the door hanging. I then proceeded to show her the hole in the arm of my brand new 2500 couch I showed her the paint that was all over the edge of my brand new carpet that was literally being installed the day they came to quote us I showed her there's no ventilation in the drop ceiling they never cut out vents the tracks in the ceilings do not meet the ceiling tiles do not fit light fixtures are falling the back door does not fit and they did not trim it out so we have gaps in our door and I believe the door frame is bent and useless the bathroom door does not shut due to it not fitting there is a cracked tile in the ceiling every piece of paneling has little holes or tears Nothing fits they painted the trim while on the walls so there's paint all over the paneling all over my floor the back door knob they have flipped upside down it does not lock will not work. There is broken trim they used my household vacuum to vacuum up their mess everyday where I had nails and screws coming out of the hoses ripping holes in my vacuum Some of the trim is not painted the same color as others They did not trim out the window There's not one job they were hired to do that was completely Done and done properly And all she told me the whole time was you owe me 300 I did the best I could or oh we don't do that you have to hire somebody else after they already tried doing the job and screwing it up. I'm sorry this was so much to message and the box was so small and I think this all came out thoroughly I really hope I didn't make a fool out of rambling. At the end I did pay the full $3,500 that was originally quoted even though I also had to replace paneling they broke for them just to turn around and reinstall it and break it again but they did get the full payment I did not renege on the contract. I forgot to add there were no holes or vents putting anything so I can't put outlet covers on I cannot put light switches on I can't do anything nothing is is ready"
Cynthia B on October 2025
Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"They were 1 of 3 quotes. We told them exactly what job we needed done. We dealt with Hector and Martha. They both reassured us that no problem they can get the job done. They quoted us (I have a contract) of $4,500. $3,500 is their labor 50 or and &1,000 would have been for materials. We were definitely going to go with better materials so we only really paid attention to their labor price of $3,500. They said the job would take 3 days and they told us they would start on a Monday. They postponed until Tuesday, they took a day off in the middle of the week for important business and they did not finish up until Sunday afternoon. My husband and I had been looking around every time they left and we were finding more and more things. Every day would bring it to their attention and she said they would fix. We did ask for two doors to be hung that was not on the original quote. At the end of everything she wanted $300 more than the original $3,500 quoted. I believe it was for the door hanging. I then proceeded to show her the hole in the arm of my brand new 2500 couch I showed her the paint that was all over the edge of my brand new carpet that was literally being installed the day they came to quote us I showed her there's no ventilation in the drop ceiling they never cut out vents the tracks in the ceilings do not meet the ceiling tiles do not fit light fixtures are falling the back door does not fit and they did not trim it out so we have gaps in our door and I believe the door frame is bent and useless the bathroom door does not shut due to it not fitting there is a cracked tile in the ceiling every piece of paneling has little holes or tears Nothing fits they painted the trim while on the walls so there's paint all over the paneling all over my floor the back door knob they have flipped upside down it does not lock will not work. There is broken trim they used my household vacuum to vacuum up their mess everyday where I had nails and screws coming out of the hoses ripping holes in my vacuum Some of the trim is not painted the same color as others They did not trim out the window There's not one job they were hired to do that was completely Done and done properly And all she told me the whole time was you owe me 300 I did the best I could or oh we don't do that you have to hire somebody else after they already tried doing the job and screwing it up. I'm sorry this was so much to message and the box was so small and I think this all came out thoroughly I really hope I didn't make a fool out of rambling. At the end I did pay the full $3,500 that was originally quoted even though I also had to replace paneling they broke for them just to turn around and reinstall it and break it again but they did get the full payment I did not renege on the contract. I forgot to add there were no holes or vents putting anything so I can't put outlet covers on I cannot put light switches on I can't do anything nothing is is ready"
we are a business that has been dedicated to serving our customer with excellent quality and attention to detail, We are a company that has been in business for over 16 years, we are a full-service painting expert company that specializes in residential & commercials projects, apartments, condos, etc. and through all these years we have achieved an excellent reputation among a number of satisfied customers with our work. PRECISE PAINTING AND RESTORATION is licensed and insured. WE ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS
"They did a great job. Each day they cleaned up. Even when I keep adding more to my project. It was no problem. Juan and his were easy to work with."
Sandra P on June 2022
we are a business that has been dedicated to serving our customer with excellent quality and attention to detail, We are a company that has been in business for over 16 years, we are a full-service painting expert company that specializes in residential & commercials projects, apartments, condos, etc. and through all these years we have achieved an excellent reputation among a number of satisfied customers with our work. PRECISE PAINTING AND RESTORATION is licensed and insured. WE ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS
"They did a great job. Each day they cleaned up. Even when I keep adding more to my project. It was no problem. Juan and his were easy to work with."
A FAMILY COMPANY The name of this company is created from the first letters of my daughters’ names. Just as I am proud of my children, we are proud to present a group of hard working employers, excellent service and reasonable prices. After you see our work, we hope you feel part of our family. We look forward to serving you and your family now and in the future. With over 19 years of experience in painting and decorating including textures, wallpapers and more. You’ll be involved in the process from beginning to end to ensure a quality finished product that exceeds your expectations.
"Got the job done!"
Marc R on July 2025
A FAMILY COMPANY The name of this company is created from the first letters of my daughters’ names. Just as I am proud of my children, we are proud to present a group of hard working employers, excellent service and reasonable prices. After you see our work, we hope you feel part of our family. We look forward to serving you and your family now and in the future. With over 19 years of experience in painting and decorating including textures, wallpapers and more. You’ll be involved in the process from beginning to end to ensure a quality finished product that exceeds your expectations.
Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work.As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"Patriot Pro Painters are very reliable, trustworthy, and excellent painters. They painted the interior of our house; walls, ceilings, and trim beautifully done. They were very clean, careful & respectful of our home. Completed the project on time. I would highly recommend Patriot Pro Painters."
Cheryl R on May 2022
Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work.As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"Patriot Pro Painters are very reliable, trustworthy, and excellent painters. They painted the interior of our house; walls, ceilings, and trim beautifully done. They were very clean, careful & respectful of our home. Completed the project on time. I would highly recommend Patriot Pro Painters."
With so many painting companies to choose from in Chicago, Walldecor Incorporated stands out from the rest by consistently completing projects in an efficient manner at fair rates. We use only top quality products and qualified painting crews experienced with helping clients make the most informed decorating and painting decisions. With a team of well-trained and experienced painters, we understand what home and business owners expect from a painting company and we are at the ready to deliver
With so many painting companies to choose from in Chicago, Walldecor Incorporated stands out from the rest by consistently completing projects in an efficient manner at fair rates. We use only top quality products and qualified painting crews experienced with helping clients make the most informed decorating and painting decisions. With a team of well-trained and experienced painters, we understand what home and business owners expect from a painting company and we are at the ready to deliver
Jan B Painting Inc. it’s a full-service company and one-stop painting contractor for all your residential, commercial, new construction, interior, exterior painting services and drywall repair needs. We are family owned and operated business.Satisfying our customer it’s a business philosophy we practice and emphasize. We believe that every customer and project it’s unique. Since we are a small company, we are able to provide exceptional service at a great value and working hard to completing your project on time, on the budget and at the first time. We ensure that services are properly prepared before starting any job and special attention is given to cover and protect areas that are not being paint. Our mission is to provide honest, affordable, and expert service in the Painting industry. We appreciate your interest and look forward to earning your business. Please feel free to call us at 630-366-9015 for free estimate.
"Janek is professional and very helpful. my apartment looks like new. competitive price"
Michal K on April 2023
Jan B Painting Inc. it’s a full-service company and one-stop painting contractor for all your residential, commercial, new construction, interior, exterior painting services and drywall repair needs. We are family owned and operated business.Satisfying our customer it’s a business philosophy we practice and emphasize. We believe that every customer and project it’s unique. Since we are a small company, we are able to provide exceptional service at a great value and working hard to completing your project on time, on the budget and at the first time. We ensure that services are properly prepared before starting any job and special attention is given to cover and protect areas that are not being paint. Our mission is to provide honest, affordable, and expert service in the Painting industry. We appreciate your interest and look forward to earning your business. Please feel free to call us at 630-366-9015 for free estimate.
"Janek is professional and very helpful. my apartment looks like new. competitive price"
A FIVE ☆☆☆☆☆ RATED PAINTING COMPANY ON HomeAdvisor/Angie's List/A&B PAINTING SOLUTIONS FACEBOOK PAGE A&B PAINTING SOLUTIONS HAVE OVER 20 YRS EXPERIENCE A&B PAINTING SOLUTIONS ARE CERTIFIED & TRAINED IN THE FOLLOWING: . CERTIFIED OSHA 10 & 30 HOURS .TRAINED IN CUSTOMER SERVICE & QUALITY CONTROL .CERTIFIED IN ARIEAL LIFT & SCAFFOLDING .TRAINED IN LADDER SAFTEY & PROPER PPE . WE OFFER MANY DISCOUNTS/ COLOR CONSULTAIONS/FREE ESTIMATES!
"I initially called A&B to quote me the price for 2 rooms. We set up an appointment for a couple days later. After meeting with Abe, he was very detailed and pointed out the flaws in the wall. Abe also made great suggestions and we quickly added several rooms. Abe and team ended up painting our family room, upstairs and downstairs hallway, master bathroom, front door, and 2 smaller bedrooms. They also sealed an old air conditioner opening. The price was unmatched! The guys absolutely take pride in what they do, they move furniture and clean up once they are finished. I highly recommend A&B painting solutions!"
Christy F on September 2021
A FIVE ☆☆☆☆☆ RATED PAINTING COMPANY ON HomeAdvisor/Angie's List/A&B PAINTING SOLUTIONS FACEBOOK PAGE A&B PAINTING SOLUTIONS HAVE OVER 20 YRS EXPERIENCE A&B PAINTING SOLUTIONS ARE CERTIFIED & TRAINED IN THE FOLLOWING: . CERTIFIED OSHA 10 & 30 HOURS .TRAINED IN CUSTOMER SERVICE & QUALITY CONTROL .CERTIFIED IN ARIEAL LIFT & SCAFFOLDING .TRAINED IN LADDER SAFTEY & PROPER PPE . WE OFFER MANY DISCOUNTS/ COLOR CONSULTAIONS/FREE ESTIMATES!
"I initially called A&B to quote me the price for 2 rooms. We set up an appointment for a couple days later. After meeting with Abe, he was very detailed and pointed out the flaws in the wall. Abe also made great suggestions and we quickly added several rooms. Abe and team ended up painting our family room, upstairs and downstairs hallway, master bathroom, front door, and 2 smaller bedrooms. They also sealed an old air conditioner opening. The price was unmatched! The guys absolutely take pride in what they do, they move furniture and clean up once they are finished. I highly recommend A&B painting solutions!"
Wallpapering is my main focus, although I can do most any decorating task. I'm honest, fair, courteous, prompt, and a bit of a perfectionist. Chicago, suburbs, and beyond.
"Both rooms turned out better than I hoped for! I would highly recommend Ed Murphy. He does beautiful work, his pricing is fair, he was punctual and responsive, and he was friendly and easy to work with."
Inghram D on October 2022
Wallpapering is my main focus, although I can do most any decorating task. I'm honest, fair, courteous, prompt, and a bit of a perfectionist. Chicago, suburbs, and beyond.
"Both rooms turned out better than I hoped for! I would highly recommend Ed Murphy. He does beautiful work, his pricing is fair, he was punctual and responsive, and he was friendly and easy to work with."
Inghram D on October 2022
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Wallpaper Removal questions, answered by experts
One of the biggest downsides to peel-and-stick wallpaper is that it doesn’t last quite as long as traditional wallpaper. The life span of peel-and-stick wallpaper is about five years, depending on the quality of the wallpaper and how well you prep the wall before applying. The good news is that, because of its shorter lifespan, peel-and-stick wallpaper is a great choice for people who enjoy switching up their interiors more frequently.
Once again, contact with moisture is the culprit here, though water-resistant varieties of wallpaper are less likely to become wet and develop mold. Using a high-quality exhaust fan or dehumidifier and leaving the doors or windows cracked after bathing will keep this issue at bay.
You can paint over wallpaper if it’s smooth and in good shape. But if there are bumps or tears in the wallpaper, they’ll likely show through the paint. Similarly, you should avoid painting over textured wallpaper because the ridges and patterns in the paper will be visible. In either of these situations, you should remove the wallpaper before painting.
Removing wallpaper can be easy if you have a non-coated wallpaper, but most homeowners have vinyl-coated wallpaper, which is more durable but tears very easily during the removal process. This feature makes it challenging and time-consuming to remove most wallpaper. There are tools to speed up the process, like steamers, but, unfortunately, it’s easy to permanently damage your walls when using them. In most cases, it’s best to hire a professional wallpaper remover to get the job done quickly and without damaging your home.
Hiring a professional wallpaper hanger is usually a worthwhile idea because, while the application of wallpaper itself is easy, getting the finished product to look good is complicated and takes a lot of practice and patience. A professional wallpaper hanger will not only be able to hang your wallpaper seamlessly, but they will also get an even application of wallpaper paste to avoid bubbling and imperfections immediately and over time. Plus, they can provide their professional opinion on whether to remove or wallpaper over an existing layer of wallpaper.
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