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Top-Rated Wallpaper removers in Seneca - Updated Nov 2026

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AOM Remodeling and Restoration
4.6(
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Seneca, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Where do I start.... I called Dave once we closed on our house. The entire Interior / trim needed wallpaper removal, and fresh paint. Luckily I had and empty house to work with for about a month. He made sure he squeezed me in before we moved, which was a huge plus. After discussing my budget, we came to an agreement on a price that was more than reasonable. He and his team worked day / night / weekends to make sure it was done on time. I took forever to pick out colors, etc... and he never was impatient with me. He finished 90% of it on time, the other part was because I couldn't make a descision on color for that area. He came after we moved in and knocked that out promptly. Any touch ups, fixes etc that were needed, he came and did with no issue. He even took the liberty of going out and purchasing all the new air vents, and other things we needed. He even came back and repainted the kitchen completely after we wanted to change the color. I would highly recomend his company, and will use him again. Stand up guy."
Kitchen accent
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tan and white trim room
blue and white trim room

+5

Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Pride Decorating
5.0(
5
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Seneca, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

"I bought an Angie's List Deal for $200 for 8 hours of painting from Pride Decorating.  Joe returned my call promptly and came out that same day to take a look at the space and let me know what would be feasible during the time period that I had paid for.  He called me a couple days later to schedule.  

He arrived right at the arranged time, did all the work that we discussed, cleaned up everything thoroughly.  

He was professional, prompt, and easy to work with.


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+9

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Eagle Crest Painting, Inc.
3.7(
5
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Seneca, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very pleased with Eagle Crest regarding my basement remodel. Brian went above and beyond by helping clean up the job site, which I had left in a pretty disorganized way. The mud and tape guys did an awesome job, even with my less than perfectly hung drywall. They kept the rest of the house very clean and were respectful of the fact we had two kids running around the house. I would recommend Eagle Crest. I am planning on using them in a couple months for a second project."
 Commercial Strip Mall
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Decor by Eaglecrest
New and Bright!
Red Border & Print

+16

Recommended by100%of homeowners
interior design painting
0.0(
4
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Seneca, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

In business since 1998, this local company is owned by a husband and wife team with over 21 years of painting experience. This owner-operated, strictly non-smoking company offers the very best interior painting work in town. The service you will receive when working with Interior Design Painting could best be summed up in one word: Meticulous! Both owners are native to and familiar with the area, as well as the service needs of local residents. Please call us today to receive the best service and workmanship for your home!

Miller N Sons Painting & Decorating
New to Angi
Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Seneca, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Miller N Sons Painting & Decorating is a three generation family owned business. Needless to say, we have the experience you deserve. We specialize in exterior painting, interior painting and staining projects for both residential and commercial clients. Miller N Sons Painting & Decorating believes in quality, responsiveness and affordable pricing. We take pride in giving our customers beautiful spaces for a lot cheaper than our competition. We look forward to serving you. Give us a call today for a free quote.

Family Room
Hallway
Faux Finish, Living Room
Living Room
Crown Molding

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Wallpaper Removal FAQs, 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.

Hiring a professional wallpaper remover is almost always worthwhile. Although the work is more expensive due to labor costs, doing it yourself is extremely time-consuming, complicated, and easy to make mistakes and wreak havoc on your walls, regardless of the tools you use. Professional wallpaper removers have the tools and experience to get old wallpaper down quickly and without damaging the walls behind it.

Painting over wood paneling is an option that can save you money and time. However, if you go this route, the style and texture of the wood you paint over will still be evident. Painting over paneling is an excellent way to modernize an otherwise outdated aesthetic. Instead of removing wood panels, consider painting them a bright color–like white or ivory. This is essentially wainscoting, but without any of the required installation. 

The average cost to remove wood paneling is $2,800, but total costs may be higher or lower depending on the size of the room, your location, and the amount of prep work required. Once the paneling is gone, you may have additional costs depending on the condition of the wall beneath.

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.

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