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Top-Rated Wallpaper removers in Schenectady - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Fridholm Painting
Fridholm Painting
4.8(
132
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"John was very prompt with a quote, and getting our work scheduled. He was helpful in suggesting alternate solutions to a possible fix for the popcorn ceiling. As always, they were very punctual and thorough. Everything was left very neat and John stopped back to check up after completion of the job. I have had them paint for us several times in the past and will have them again for future projects."
Ballston Spa Open Area Dining Room
Latham Bedroom
Clifton Park Bedroom
Niskayuna Exterior
Charlton Exterior

+3

Response time1 day
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for R&R Painting and Restorations
R&R Painting and Restorations
5.0(
10
)
Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

Free estimates

"Excellent painting! Highly qualified and competent for a beautiful finish, done in a very timely manner. Very professional and observant to fine details. Extremely responsive to messages and calls! Would highly recommend for any painting needed done!"
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+15

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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A Stroke Above the Rest
5.0(
4
)
Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sean was a God send , he showed up when promised, very easy gentleman to get him in and get paint on the walls and not on the floors. Have told Sean next paint job will be his, again a fantastic professional. If any further information is needed on this gentleman feel free to reach out to me. I would highly recommend Sean for any painting job or any other job he says he can do."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
The Applying Dutchman
4.6(
16
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

"Had an accent wall and kitchen wallpapered... could not be happier! Doug is very skillful and the walls are amazing. He also painted another accent wall black and the entire living area a neutral color. He was back today for touch ups and my home is now ready for the Holidays!!! I plan on seeing him in the Spring for patio staining! As a senior citizen, l am very picky as to whom l let in my home... l was very comfortable with him being here. I thought his rates were reasonable and l have no hesitation recommending him (highly)!!!"
Response time10 mins
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Complete Painting and Repair
Complete Painting and Repair
4.4(
28
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I originally bought an Angie's List Big Deal offered by Complete Painting. When Scott came over to get a look at the job he seemed very professional so I decided to get an estimate for several other rooms to be painted. Scott spent a significant amount of time helping me decide what exactly I wanted to do with each room during the walk-through. The price seemed very fair so I accepted it on the spot and he put me on the schedule for the following week. In the meantime I mentioned to Scott that I was having a bit of a problem with our local paint store. He immediately and effortlessly took over matching all the colors I had chosen and purchased them for me in all the correct finishes, quantities and custom mixes. This was a big help! When he arrived right on time with his team of 4 family members they got right to work prepping everything. All I had to do was move my personal effects and they took care of the rest - removal of electrical plates, moving or covering everything. Working as a team things moved along quickly. They were able to paint 2 story walls including one being a staircase as well as the trim of skylights without any trouble or drama. I had more than one painter tell me it couldn't be done. I have had many projects done here in the Albany area and I can say it is rare to have a job very well done at a very fair price by friendly and professional people. They were even great with my 3 big dogs who didn't exactly make their job any easier! I would definitely call on Complete Painting again and i actually expect them to come back soon for more work to be done!
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rebuilt stairs
exterior
complete
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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⚜️518HandyDad
4.2(
130
)
Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"518Handycrew genuinely cares about doing a good job. They came to replace some missing roof shingles 1 day after I called, and Harise regularly texted me photos of my roof repair. They also spotted some loose/ cracked siding in their inspection and offered to fix it! I would definitely recommend 518handycrew and couldn't be happier with their work."
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Customers choice no padding only install planks
Flooring Installation
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+37

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Rivera Painting
5.0(
4
)
Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very large exterior job, and done very well; Kevin is very honest and hard-working. He is a good painter, and should get even better with more experience both painting and managing projects. He could improve job-site cleanliness on a day-to-day basis, and he was juggling multiple jobs at the same time but I wasn't in a rush so that was acceptable to me."
Painting the trim
Blue House
Finish the front of the house
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+40

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Wallpaper Removal FAQs, answered by experts

You may end up with extra wallpaper once your project is finished. Hang on to that wallpaper, as you may need to use it to patch up areas that get damaged later on. If you have a lot of excess wallpaper, try getting creative with it. You can use it to line the inside of a cabinet or drawers, for example.

Accent walls can feel out of place or distracting if not well designed. Accent walls that don’t fit in with a room’s style can feel jarring or overpowering. Some accent wall styles can also feel dated, but fortunately, it’s easier to update a single wall than an entire room.

Peel-and-stick wallpaper is designed to be removed without damaging walls, making it a good choice for renters or temporary design changes. However, damage to paint or drywall can occur under certain conditions. To prevent issues, the wall surface must be properly prepared before application—it should be clean, smooth, dry, and correctly primed or painted. Applying wallpaper to a freshly painted surface can cause the paint to peel off during removal. Additionally, removing the wallpaper too quickly or aggressively can also cause damage. For best results, always follow the manufacturer's instructions for both application and removal.

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.

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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