"Moises and Edward and the crew did a repair of my facia. They told me to get PVC so it would last longer. They also repaired cracked walls and ceiling and painted. They did perfect work. Did so good I kept finding more work for them because it looked so good. They are so polite and respectful and right on time. Also they are very fair with their prices and don't push for or more work. I now consider them friends. Don't waste you're time because you won't beat their prices. They can do anything too. Bathroom, kitchen, floors. I will hire them again they are the best."
"Called and gave a scope of the work and was given a quote which I accepted. The guys showed up at exactly 8am as promised. Placed tarps in the work area and out to the front door. Proceeded to do the work removing old stairs and framing out the ceiling. Installed new stairs in place. Kept me appraised as to their progress. Completed the job on time. Cleaned up the work area. Happy with the way the job went. Would higher again."
"Joshua Rivera did an excellent job fixing my ceiling. He also answered questions. He worked with prices to see which I agree with before doing the job. The ceiling came out excellent after doing the job. Joshua is also a nice guy. He’s recommended for hire."
"It is with deep satisfaction that I recommend Grady?s Painting and Plastering & Construction. Mr. George Grady is a skilled craftsman. He was hired to correct long neglected and extensive masonry and window issues on a large, beautiful Presbyterian Church built in the Civil War era in Philadelphia. The property was neglected with only minimal maintenance performed over the last 40+ years. The building was in severe decline and in need of stabilization and restoration on many fronts. Cracked ledge plates were chipped out and reestablished, internal walls damaged by leakage were broken out and repaired, brickwork was repointed and in severe cases reestablished to original strength and beauty. Leaks around the base of the building were addressed to stabilize deterioration of the foundation. Large rotted window sills under beautiful stained glass windows were restored after significant masonry reestablishment due to water damage under the rotted out sills. Broken and missing stained glass windows are in the process of repair and replacement. The process started with new metal frames cast by Mr. Grady. The new frames will hold clear painted replications of the original stained glass, also crafted by Mr. Grady. Regular windows all around the church and manse were also repaired and restored. Roof leaks were accurately identified and repaired. A sagging plaster ceiling has been torn out and restored. All this work was done by Mr. Grady alone or with an occasional helper. He worked with care, expertise and respect for the original structure. The results far exceeded our expectations and have injected new life into a building on the brink. This building, owned by the Presbytery of Philadelphia, now houses a new urban ministry in a newly gentrifying area of the city. We are happy to have had the good fortune to be connected to Grady's Painting and Plastering & Construction"
I’m an experienced handyman specializing in home repairs, maintenance, and improvement projects. I handle everything from plumbing and electrical fixes to carpentry and installations. My goal is to provide efficient, high-quality work with attention to detail and customer satisfaction every step of the way.”
"Brian did a great job spackling our ceilings and painting our office-- Pleasure to deal with, fairly priced and great workmanship-- Would hire again!"
"RICARDO GAVE ME VERY GOOD PRICES FOR ALL THE WORK THAT WAS DONE IN MY APARTMENT. HE ALWAYS RETURNED MY PHONE CALLS AND SHOWED UP ON TIME. HIS TEAM'S WORK IS GREAT, EVEN UNDER PRESSURE OF TIME (I LIVE IN MANHATTAN AND THERE ARE TIME RESTRICTIONS IN THE BUILDING - THEY HAVE TO BE FINISHED BY 4PM). THEY WORK VERY HARD, FAST AND EFFICIENT, GO ABOVE AND BEHIND TO PLEASE. THEY DID INCREDIBLE JOB ON MY CEILINGS-THEY LOOK BEAUTIFUL, MY FLOORS AND BASEBOARD MOLDINGS LOOK GREAT TOO. EVEN THOUGH HANGING UP DOORS IS NOT WHAT THEY NORMALLY DO THEY DID AN INCREDIBLE JOB AND I COULD TELL THEY REALLY WANTED TO HELP ME OUT WITH THAT, WHICH I AM REALLY GREATFUL FOR. I'M VERY HAPPY WITH THEIR WORK AND I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND THEM, GREAT PEOPLE, HARD WORKERS."
"Professional, did exactly what needed to be done at the price he gave at the estimate, punctual arrival time. Would definitely recommend and use him again. Mario replaced a 3 foot by 2 foot piece of sheet rock with a spackling job that the painter raved above several times on how he has not seen a spackling job like Mario did to many times, an excellent job was performed w/o ever realizing the ceiling was repaired. Over all an excellent job, truly a home advisor pro. Thanks again"
"Our bathroom renovation was motivated by a desire to get rid of the pink tiles on the walls and floor. It soon became clear that we would have to go further than simply tile replacement. In the process of seeking a contractor we were fortunate to find LAV. Luis? price estimate was competitive and he brought an attention to detail and professionalism to the work. Every day he put down drop clothes and cleaned up at the end of the day. We hit a snag requiring the replacement of the subfloor but since he had agreed to replace it if it needed it in our contract there was no extra charge. The next big problem was the shower pan. We had had that replaced twice in the 20 years we?ve lived in the house and were hoping to avoid that expense a third time. Luis showed us that it had not been done correctly and was highly likely to leak. Working with a first rate plumber he replaced the pan at a very fair price. While shopping for fixtures prior to the start of work a store associate showed us a $100 insert for the shower wall to hold shampoos, etc. I sent Luis a text asking if he could do that. He responded nearly immediately that I should save the $100 and he would build the insert. He attached pictures of inserts he had done previously. We?ve got a great looking insert and a brand new bathroom. The only thing not replaced was the ceiling. I highly recommend LAV.
"Richard Koska is a professional, courteous, skilled and fair contractor. ROOF: Removed shingles exposed several water-damaged plywood on roof, all plywood damaged on porch, unstable soffits, insufficient porch rafters. When I requested raising center downward slope over family room roof, Rich Koska emphasized adding rafters 3 inches higher would improve but not eliminate slope. Contract clearly stated price per additional plywood, however, total plywood and rafters required is unknown until shingles are removed. The additional work significantly increased final cost, but roof is stable, sustainable and the work was impressive. SKYLIGHT & CEILINGS: Perfect skylight added natural light to room and height dimension to our 8 ft. ceiling. Inside skylight carpentry is perfect and drywall spackling and ceilings are flawless. Looks beautiful! INSULATION: Batt insulation added for proper R-49 value in attic. Richard Koska was very accommodating when I requested additional work. The workers were professional, courteous, attentive, and cleaned up outside and inside every day before leaving. We are very happy with all aspects."
The timeline varies from a few hours to two days, depending on room size, texture complexity, and removal difficulty.
Popcorn ceiling textures can enhance acoustic properties, while their removal or repair modernizes appearance and resolves health concerns from old asbestos.
Priming a popcorn ceiling before painting is a good idea, especially if the ceiling is stained, discolored, or has never been painted. Interior paint primer helps seal the surface, preventing stains from bleeding through and allowing the paint to adhere better. Use a stain-blocking, water-based primer for best results.
Yes, you can cover a popcorn ceiling, which is often more cost-effective and easier than scraping it off. Common methods include using ceiling-grade drywall, applying a skim coat, or installing beadboard panels to create a smooth, updated finish. Covering the ceiling can also protect you from asbestos exposure if the material contains it. However, it's important to note that this method only seals off the asbestos and does not eliminate it, which could be a concern for future renovations or home resale. If you suspect your ceiling contains asbestos, it's best to hire a local asbestos abatement company to test the material and manage its safe removal.
If your popcorn ceiling contains asbestos, you must hire a professional asbestos removal company to handle the disposal. If your popcorn ceiling does not have asbestos, you can call a popcorn ceiling removal specialist to handle the job. Otherwise, you can hire a drywall or painting professional to handle the job, depending on what you need done.
The Mill Neck, NY homeowners’ guide to popcorn ceiling services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Popcorn ceiling removal costs in New York, NY depend on the size of your ceiling and additional services, like asbestos removal. Learn all the costs here.
The cost to paint the interior of a house in New York, NY depends on size, layout, type of surface, and more. Learn what factors can influence your total in this guide.
Repairing a ceiling in New York, NY varies greatly based on several factors. Learn more about creating an accurate ceiling repair cost estimate with our tips.
A textured, or “popcorn”, ceiling was once a popular home feature. Read on to learn about what a popcorn ceiling is and why it has mostly gone out of fashion.