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Top-Rated Wallpaper removers in Harlem - Updated Nov 2026

Michael J Mahoney
4.9(
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Harlem, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1986

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The quality of the work was outstanding. The wallpapering was very difficult because the building had settled so the walls were uneven. Nevertheless, Michael matched the extremely detailed wallpaper patterns. Michael was reliable, good-natured and worked late to ensure the project was completed so other construction could be performed according to timelines. His prices were very competitive, about half of what other highly rated professionals on Angie's List quoted. He also introduced me to an excellent contractor as well as a decorative painter. I highly recommend him."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Impress Wallpaper
4.7(
14
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Harlem, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Impress wallpaper was so professional from coming down and giving me a estimate. Keeping to the timeframe that was proposed and In doing a beautiful job with installing my wallpaper. Would highly recommend their services."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Greenovative Home Improvement
4.5(
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Harlem, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Antonio, at Greenovative, was great. I really enjoyed his professionalism. He and his crew found creative ways to decrease the price of the project. We are happy we gave Greenovative this project. Honestly, we will use them again."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Privilege Construction Corp.
New to Angi
Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Harlem, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Privilege Construction Corp. is your one stop shop for all bathroom and kitchen remodels! With our extensive experience in serving your area, there's no job to big or small! We pride ourselves on quality and with our world class customer service and competitive pricing, you will choose us every time! Call us today!

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Response time12 hrs
ALLSTAR PAINTING & CONTRACTING CORP
4.6(
71
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Harlem, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From the beginning, James was very professional and thorough in providing me with details about the job. He gave me a fair estimate and the time span for the work. He and his crew arrived on the appointed date, James again reviewed the work to be done and answered all questions. His crew worked diligently the whole day with an appropriate lunch break. I provided James with the color paint I wanted for the room. It was only after he purchased the paint that I realized that it would be too dark. James was patient with my dilemma of trying to decide on a color. He personally escorted me to the paint store to be sure I would get the color I wanted. I can't believe the transformation of my bedroom with this paint job. Allstar did a fantastic job. The clean up was excellent. I am more than pleased with their work. My husband, who was away during this time, was extremely happy with the quality of the work. We will definitely use their service again.

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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Sunyay Paint
4.8(
63
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Harlem, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

"I was in search of a contractor to remove my current ceiling, install insulation and replace the ceiling with Quietrock sheetrock so that I could soundproof between floors and I'm very happy to have connected with Fabricio here on Angie's List. Fabricio responded immediately with answers to any questions I had or clarifications that I needed and when it was time to work on the project he and his team were here on time every day and completed the project flawlessly! I'm very happy with the work that was done and I plan to work with Fabricio again."
Spackle to make the walls even, light sand, primer.
First coat of Venetian Plaster
Preparing the area to decorate the wall
Bathroom service done
Apply material to get the rustic smooth surface

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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Wallpaper Removal FAQs, answered by experts

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. 

To remove pre-pasted wallpaper, you’ll need to wet the wallpaper or steam it to loosen the paste on the back of the wallpaper. Spray the paper with water, then let it soak for 10 to 20 minutes. From there, you should be able to peel off the wallpaper. Then, you may need to follow up with a cleaning solution and a scraper to remove any remaining wallpaper paste on the walls.

Wallpaper lasts an average of around 15 years, but there is some variance. The type of wallpaper matters, as vinyl wallpaper tends to last the longest—sometimes 20 years or more—while a peel-and-stick wallpaper, which is the easiest to install for DIYers, will usually only last for around five years. Exposure to high humidity, smoke, and UV rays from sunlight can also limit the lifespan of your wallpaper, as can heavy traffic in the installation area.

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.

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.

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