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Q: Can German schmear be removed?

• <div><p>Think hard before deciding to German schmear your home&rsquo;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.</p></div>

Q: How do I reduce the risk of moldy wallpaper?

• <div><p>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. </p></div>

Q: Is it worth buying a wallpaper steamer?

• <div><p>Wallpaper steamers can be very helpful for removing large sections of wallpaper more easily, but they&rsquo;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&rsquo;s best to hire a professional to remove your wallpaper with a steamer to avoid wall damage and related moisture issues.</p></div>

Q: Can you use peel-and-stick wallpaper in a bathroom with a shower?

• <div><p>While many types of peel-and-stick wallpaper can be used in bathrooms, they may not adhere as well in humid environments as traditional wallpaper. For best results, choose a vinyl or polyester-based wallpaper, as these materials are more durable and water-resistant. Good ventilation is also crucial to reduce humidity from steamy showers. In bathrooms with high moisture and inadequate ventilation, even high-quality peel-and-stick wallpaper is likely to peel over time.</p></div>

Q: How do you remove unused wallpaper paste?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;re installing new wallpaper and have leftover glue, you can remove unused wallpaper paste from the bucket or pan it&rsquo;s in by letting it dry. If it&rsquo;s an oil-based paste, seal it in a plastic bag and throw it in the garbage. Otherwise, toss the leftover wallpaper paste in the trash. Although it&rsquo;s water-soluble, don&rsquo;t rinse unused wallpaper paste down the sink because it could dry in the pipes and cause a blockage.</p></div>

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Last update on October 20, 2024

Reviewed in October 2024
This was our first time using Apollo Insulation and Geremy and Dennis did an excellent job removing our old (rodent droppings and urine) insulation. They disinfected and repaired any damage caused by the rodents. New insulation was blown in and we couldnâ t be happier. From the initial...
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Reviewed in December 2023
A tree fell on my house, he came quickly removed it cut it up and cleaned all of the debris.He is the best!
Leiter & Sons Excavation
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Reviewed in September 2022
Excellent service! Did a great job remove a large maple that was near buildings and power lines? Hire Rob again. Recommend him highly!
Climbing Tree Service, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2021
They did a great job, all tree stumps removed, graded nice( we are on a slope) drain installed, and working great! tree
Forrest Excavation
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Reviewed in January 2021
Good team - tree removed with minimal damage to nearby trees. Excellent clean-up. Would use, again,
Smith's Tree Service
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Reviewed in July 2020
Prompt, pleasant workers who obviously enjoy what they are doing and are very good at it. They also did a great job of cleaning up. and removing the cut wood to a different location for me. I plan on using them again. BB
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Reviewed in September 2019
I hired Evan to cut down 4 trees, 2 by the road and 2 by the power line. Evan and Keith did an excellent job. They even cleaned up yard debris, in the area where the trees were, that wasn't from the removal. Their price was significantly lower than other estimates. I would highly recommend...
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Reviewed in August 2019
Hard working, professional and friendly. Demolished and removed an old chimney from roof.
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Reviewed in May 2019
Jim and his crew were on time and went right to work, very accommodating and creative in the removal of my trees. I was very pleased with their work, will use them again when the need comes up.
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Reviewed in February 2019
Tanner Homes installed our new kitchen cabinets and reinstalled some existing cabinets along with crown molding for all the upper cabinets. They took the necessary steps to tie them altogether seamlessly in perfect alignment. They also removed two small windows and installed three large windows...
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Welcome to A.S. Painting & Projects, proudly servicing Augusta and the surrounding areas. My goal is to work with you on completing your projects with wisdom and experience. I look forward to building a long lasting relationship with customers that I serve. I look forward to serving you.

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"Good all in all. They were busy so took a bit longer to get the job started along with weather delays. They cleaned up each day. I wanted to keep costs low while replacing what needed to be vs. completely removing everything and starting from scratch. I also did the painting and caulking etc. to save. This worked out great and there was only one surprise that required some additional support installed."

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In business since 1989

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We are a husband and wife team for over 16 years. We specialize in interior and exterior painting. We are a full service painting company that offers roofing siding replacement carpentry and flooring

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1st Advanced Painting Solutions has extensive experience and knowledge of interior & exterior painting. Our commitment is to delivery of quality work, responsiveness, and competitive pricing.

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At Reilly Builders our goal is to be the best in remodeling and additions. We have been in the business for over 20 years and are a client-focused company that strives to be the best in customer satisfaction.

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Wallpaper Removal questions, 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.

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.

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.

While many types of peel-and-stick wallpaper can be used in bathrooms, they may not adhere as well in humid environments as traditional wallpaper. For best results, choose a vinyl or polyester-based wallpaper, as these materials are more durable and water-resistant. Good ventilation is also crucial to reduce humidity from steamy showers. In bathrooms with high moisture and inadequate ventilation, even high-quality peel-and-stick wallpaper is likely to peel over time.

If you’re installing new wallpaper and have leftover glue, you can remove unused wallpaper paste from the bucket or pan it’s in by letting it dry. If it’s an oil-based paste, seal it in a plastic bag and throw it in the garbage. Otherwise, toss the leftover wallpaper paste in the trash. Although it’s water-soluble, don’t rinse unused wallpaper paste down the sink because it could dry in the pipes and cause a blockage.

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