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Top-Rated Wallpaper removers in Harvard - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for SJ CoverUp Wallpaper
SJ CoverUp Wallpaper
4.7(
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"SJ Coverup did a great job putting up wallpaper in our dining room and on an accent wall in our family room. They were very professional, responsive, and did great work. This was our first wallpapering job and I was a little concerned on how well everything would line up with the pattern. We were beyond impressed with how it came out. We plan to wallpaper our powder room and would definitely hire these guys again."
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Response time3 hrs
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Deossa Wall Paper and Paint LLC
4.9(
22
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Offered same-day estimate, was easy to schedule the work. Removed wallpaper and painted room in the same day. I purchased the paint and paid for other needed materials, which presented an additional cost over the initial quote. Very courteous and did a good job cleaning up after the work was complete."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Bright Painting Co.
4.4(
339
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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Arthur answered my query within a day. Celso was out to look at requirements and prepare a quote with another couple of days.

Ede came in and removed all cabinet doors and drawers and took them to the Bright shop for prep work and spay painting.

Ede and Sam came back with the doors and drawers and worked very hard for 2 days, taping, covering priming sanding  and finishing. The doors and drawers were re-installed and the entire area thoroughly cleaned.

We could not be happier. The guys took off their shoes while in the house, were friendly and could not do enough for us. There was one minor issue that was my fault and they came back within a day and took care of it.


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Recommended by92%of homeowners
Hollywood Junk Removal
5.0(
14
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Steve at Hollywood Junk is simply wonderful. Patient. Fun. Just a joy to work with. He came by and I showed him everything that had to go, and we scheduled a date for the removals. Of course between the time of his visit and his return to take everything, I had added considerably to the "pile..." He said with a smile, "Don't worry. Everybody does this!" The guys on his crew were efficient and lovely. If I'd had my way, we all would have sat around afterwards and gabbed. Just a really great experience all around."
Recommended by92%of homeowners
BAY STATE PAINTING
4.5(
103
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

"Said and his assistant did a fantastic job and were able to sand trim and get two coats of pain on everything within 4 hours. I was amazed! They left the room very clean and paint job looks great. Said was professional, knowledgeable and gave me good tips on removing wallpaper and repainting trim throughout my house if we should decided to do it ourselves. I'll likely hire him again over the winter for a few other paint projects we have on our list.
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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ESP Painting Inc
4.8(
121
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

"The two painters that did this work were great. Punctual, cleaned up totally after themselves, kept us informed about their progress, and did a first rate job. Edson is very responsive and keeps in touch. His prices are well in line with other quality painters and ESP's customer service is obviously very important to him and his crew. Highly recommended."
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Daddy And Junior Paint, Inc
4.8(
140
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My rental property is an 1865 house. Most of the rooms have been updated but one room was in poor condition. The old plaster was loose and bulging in multiple places and the ceiling was one foot square tiles nailed to strapping. The owner, Rodolfo, came out to the house and took a good look at the project and then gave me an estimate. He conducted himself like a professional and also of the four estimates that I received his was the best, so we contracted his services. His foreman, Jose, ran the job and was an absolute pleasure to work with. In the past, I've always chosen plaster over drywall, but when Jose finished the work it was as good as any plaster I've ever seen. There were tenants in the house which can be a problem, but Jose made sure the dust and debris did not overflow into the rest of the house. He was respectful to the tenants and his work was outstanding. As a landlord of thirty years I've seen many contractors and I was very impressed with their work and the price. When they left the ceiling and walls looked like new and everything was freshly painted. Great Job!
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Wallpaper Removal FAQs, answered by experts

Think hard before deciding to German schmear your home’s exterior brickwork. If you do not like the look, you are pretty much stuck with it, as it is impossible to remove this finish the way you can remove paint. You risk damaging the underlying brick if you have to chisel and acid-wash it away. It will also take a very long time, and remnants of the mortar wash will always remain.

We don’t recommend wallpapering over older paper. That’s because creating layers of glue can invite bubbling or excess moisture on the wall’s surface. You should also prime your wall before applying wallpaper and smooth the wall as much as you can, and another layer of wallpaper complicates this process.

To remove adhesive-backed wallpaper, you’ll need to soften the adhesive before you try peeling the wallpaper off the walls. You may wonder whether peel-and-stick wallpaper damages walls. It can depend on the removal method. Make sure to be patient and consider using a steamer, hair dryer, or adhesive remover to carefully take down adhesive-backed wallpaper.

In most cases, it is not recommended to wallpaper over existing wallpaper, as the success depends on the type of paper already on the wall. While you might be able to cover non-coated wallpaper, you should never apply new wallpaper over a vinyl-coated one, which is more common. Doing so can lead to poor adhesion, resulting in bubbles, imperfections, and peeling. It can also trap moisture, potentially causing hazardous mold growth between the layers.

Even if the existing wallpaper is suitable, experts recommend applying only one new layer. Adding multiple layers (more than two total) can cause significant adhesion problems, leading to warping and bubbling. For the best results, the recommended approach is to remove the old wallpaper and all paste residue before hanging the new paper. If you are unsure about your wallpaper type, consider consulting a professional.

Rubbing alcohol may help dissolve stubborn wallpaper adhesive that remains after removal, but be sure to apply it carefully to prevent damaging your walls. Apply a small amount using a cotton swab or pad, then gently scrape or wipe the adhesive away.

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