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Top-Rated Popcorn ceiling pros in River Forest - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Luviano's Company
Luviano's Company
4.9(
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Popcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or RemovePopcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or Remove - For Business

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Hang and finish drywall Paint open ceiling in basement Paint walls Install drop ceiling. They did a great job for a fair price and on time. Great communication. Showed up when they said they would each and every time. Good job cleaning up as well. I would definitely hire them again or recommend to anyone."
Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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YB Paint
4.8(
45
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Popcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or RemovePopcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or Remove - For Business

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"YB drywalled our ceiling after we took out a drop ceiling, revealing damaged plaster. They did a fabulous job. They took good care of the old original crown moulding as they removed it temporarily. 100 year old wood and nothing was damaged! Would highly recommend them!"
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+19

Response time4 hrs
Response rate94%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Chicagoland Precision Painting
4.6(
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Popcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or RemovePopcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or Remove - For Business

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I received 3 bids and all three were very close.  Price-wise Chicagoland Precision Painting was in the middle, but I chose them because Jason offered a free color consultation and other reviewers had good things to say about his color help.   Jason was always on time (or early).  The crew worked very hard and they were able to finish the job in 3 days.  I'm very happy with the results."
Stripes
Recommended by97%of homeowners
GAIN Construction LLC
4.9(
31
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Popcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or RemovePopcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or Remove - For Business

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

"The work was quick, neat, and overall, just supurb! The contractor even went the extra mile to put down drop cloth over the floors to protect the floors, which I really appreciated. I would definitely use this company again."
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
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Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking Project

+43

Recommended by96%of homeowners
PJ Construction
4.9(
32
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Popcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or RemovePopcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or Remove - For Business

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Project was completed on time and on budget. Craftsmanship was excellent. We will surely be using Paul for all of our home remodeling. He was very flexible & willing to make changes & offered helpful suggestions.
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Popcorn Ceilings FAQs, answered by experts

The average popcorn ceiling removal costs around $2,000, but prices can range from $950 to $3,100, depending on the size, accessibility, and whether or not there’s asbestos or lead paint. 

We don’t recommend DIYing this project to save money, but you can DIY the prep work to speed things up. Consider removing furniture, ceiling lights, and other fixtures before the workers arrive on site. To be extra helpful, cover any remaining belongings with plastic tarps and secure them with tape.

When steaming falls short, consider utilizing a commercial texture remover tailored for popcorn ceiling removal. Adhere closely to the manufacturer's guidelines and conduct a preliminary test in an inconspicuous spot to verify compatibility with your ceiling. This specialized product offers an alternative solution for stubborn texture removal, potentially streamlining the process while safeguarding the integrity of your ceiling surface. Remember, products like these may be high-VOC, so wear protective gear.

Knockdown hides imperfections better than orange peel due to its thicker, more varied pattern. The valleys and peaks make flaws less visible under lighting. However, note that knockdown walls will collect more dust and dirt, so be prepared to wipe them away more frequently than you would with orange peel.

Although texturing walls may not seem like a lengthy project, you’ll need to set aside between one and five days to complete it properly. The exact amount will depend on the scope of your project—one room will take less than a whole-house project. That will give you enough time for tasks that are time-consuming in and of themselves, like taping wall edges, priming the walls and letting them dry fully, and actually applying the texture and top or base paint coats. 

How long it takes to repair a ceiling depends on the extent of the damage. Patching a small hole might only take a few minutes, while repairing a water-damaged section of the ceiling could take hours. If there are structural issues, expect your ceiling repair to take several days or longer.

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