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Clean Cut Painting and Handyman Services
4.0(
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Riverton, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We specialize in interior and exterior painting, cabinet refinishing, deck staining, power washing, and general handyman services. Our team focuses on high quality craftsmanship, clear communication, and reliable scheduling to make home improvement projects simple for homeowners. From small repairs to large scale painting projects, Clean Cut delivers professional results with attention to detail and a clean, respectful work environment.

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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Premier Painting Group L.L.C.
4.2(
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Riverton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"In my 30+ years of being a homeowner, I've hired 6-8 different painters. Now Premier Painting Group will be the only painter I hire. Cesar's crew is amazing. They are very meticulous and careful. Covered all my furniture and cabinets with either cloth or plastic. Covered the hardwood floors as well. They go above and beyond every time and their prices are excellent. They recently finished my 3 job with them and I couldn't be happier with the results. Wish I could give them 10 stars!!!"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Tabitha Monroe's Painting & More
5.0(
11
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Riverton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tabitha was on time, as promised. She was friendly & personable but did not let any conversation interfere with her work. I would definitely have her again. Her work is beautiful! I hope marking A+ indicating A as best is correct, wasn't sure."
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World Painting Company
3.9(
43
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Riverton, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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Wonderful job on both the painting for the development, and the staining of my deck. Probably the best quality painting that we have ever had in our development. From the beginning, the work, work order, estimate process, etc. was handled in a top knotch way. I have had a number of contacts with the company's owner, Colby, and he has shown himself to operate a well run company.He is very businesslike, returns calls promptly, and has people there when he promises.  I also had dealt quite a bit with Josh, who directly supervised the overall process. Josh is very cooperative, understanding, and very helpful. He always came through on his committments, and it made for a very pleasant experience.


The painting crew, led by Arturo, was by far the best group of painters we have used. I got many comments from other homewoners in the development who were very impressed with their work. They are meticulous in what they do, and the final product shows it.


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Hair Salon Remodel
Restoring Historical Home
Remodeling Cabinets
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Wallpaper Removal questions, answered by experts

While you can remove wallpaper yourself, it is a labor-intensive process that risks damaging your walls. Common DIY methods include using a steamer to loosen the adhesive or spraying the paper with a solution of hot water and vinegar or dish soap before scraping. However, steamers can cause irreparable damage if used incorrectly, and the spray-and-scrape method can harm drywall if it gets too wet or you scrape too aggressively. For these reasons, hiring a professional is often the fastest, easiest, and safest option. A pro has the experience and specialized tools to remove wallpaper efficiently without damaging the underlying surface, which saves time and minimizes the prep work needed for your next wall treatment.

No, you don’t always have to remove old wallpaper before applying a new layer. However, you should pull off the existing wallpaper if it’s cracked, peeling, or in poor condition. We’d also recommend against putting wallpaper over textured or dark-colored wallpaper because the old layer may be visible through the new one. In addition, if you try to hang new wallpaper over vinyl-coated wallpaper, the adhesive might not stick properly. 

One of the biggest downsides to peel-and-stick wallpaper is that it doesn't last as long as traditional wallpaper. Its lifespan depends on several factors, including the quality of the paper, proper wall preparation and application, and the room's conditions. As a general rule, peel-and-stick wallpaper can last for at least five years, but this can vary significantly. Budget products may only last about 3 years, while higher-quality products can stay up for 7 years or more in ideal conditions. Factors that can shorten its lifespan include high humidity (such as in a bathroom), dirty walls, and low-quality paper. If used on flooring, expect it to last only 1 to 3 years unless sealed. However, the shorter lifespan can be seen as a positive, making it a great choice for people who enjoy switching up their interiors more frequently.

The cost varies from $1 to $3 per square foot, depending on the type of wallpaper, the wall condition, and the labor involved.

Because poison ivy and similar plants can cause potentially life-threatening allergic reactions depending on your sensitivity, it's best to hire a professional to remove it. Hiring a local lawn care service or other professional also increases your chances of successful eradication so that you don't have to deal with the issue again several months down the road.

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