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Simpson's Painting and Repairs
4.6(
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Reading, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Simpsons painting and repair did an excellent job in three rooms and my kitchen they were very courteous and professional They got the job done in a timely manner and I was happy with the outcome I definitely would recommend this company to anyone."
Pressure Washing Project
Painting - Interior Project
Pressure Washing Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project

+36

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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EK Painting Services
4.6(
38
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Reading, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired EK Painting to paint the whole interior of my house (walls, ceilings, trim, doors, and stair railing). The quote I received from EK to do the work was very reasonable. I canâ t say enough about the great job they did with painting my home. The team was on time every morning. They were friendly and courteous, extremely careful, trustworthy, quiet, and always cleaned up after a day of painting. Working with Kelly, the team leader, was easy. He informed me daily as to the painting schedule and he was flexible with me making changes. If you are looking to have the interior of your home painted, I highly recommend EK painting. They did an excellent job! Thank you, EK Painting!"
 two toned combined living/dining room
 Stained deck stairway
 Accented below chair rail
 two toned combined living/dining room
 Stained deck

+29

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Reichardt Remodeling
4.6(
83
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Reading, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our project was very professionally executed by Dan and his son. Great job guys! We were very pleased with the attention they both paid to the details that were important to us and the time they spent solving the unique challenges our particular remodel project presented. Our project required removing existing interior walls, building new interior walls, moving/replacing an interior closet door, removing a portion of existing wall to wall carpeting, installing new vinyl plank flooring in its place, and last but not least - within an existing wall, creating a custom snug-fitting, recessed, exactly-flush-mounted television w/sound bar area for us. Reichardt Remodeling fulfilled all the requirements of our project on-time, within budget, and with precision. The finished space is exactly what we need and we're enjoying it very much. Several product and design recommendations made by Dan and his son throughout the project make the space better than we anticipated. We would most definitely hire Reichardt Remodeling again and we certainly recommend them to anyone looking for professionals in the remodeling business."
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+5

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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D&BC PAINTING LLC
5.0(
6
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Reading, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

"D&BC PAINTING did an excellent job in the interior of my house for a very reasonable price. They finished it within a day and did it neatly. We have received many compliments on how it looks and would recommend them 100%."
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
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+26

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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CM Contracting
4.6(
41
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Reading, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chris and his two sons did an amazing job on remodeling my basement into a playroom for my twin boys. They were very sweet, made me feel comfortable and also were very good with my two toddler boys. The moment they came to my house to do an estimate, i felt very comfortable around them and they were very friendly and threw out ideas on the remodel, like lighting and other ideas. They finished the job in less than 30 days (which was the timeline given) and they were very patient with me when i had changed my mind on certain things. Chris even played with my boys and had conversations with me, so I felt like they were more family than strangers working on my house. They did an excellent job on the remodel and everything turned out better than I had envisioned it. They were always on time and always cleaned up each day after they were done. I will be using them again for future remodels and i'm very pleased with the job they did. Thank you again CM Contracting!"
Completed Siding
Completed Siding
Completed Siding
Siding
Siding

+147

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Creative Image Renovations
5.0(
4
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Reading, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"CIR with Jonathan did an amazing job from the initial consultation to the finished project. Jonathan was able to revitalize some of our existing (47 yr. old) and combine not only new, but custom one of a kind renovations and keep us in budget. With any custom build job issues arise, and Jonathan was quick with alternate solutions, and we did not incur additional cost. If you have seen any of the fixer up shows on TV and say yeh right, please go to CIR website/Facebook and look at our pictures (look for the PINK sinks). His staff our professional and courteous. We look forward to future projects."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Wallpaper Removal questions, answered by experts

While it is possible to paint over wallpaper, it is generally better to remove it first to guarantee a smooth, professional finish. Painting over wallpaper can save time, but it may lead to issues if not done correctly.

You can paint over existing wallpaper if it is in excellent condition: smooth, non-textured, clean, and firmly adhered to the wall. Ensure there are no bumps, tears, or peeling areas, and that all corners and seams are securely glued down. You might also consider painting over wallpaper if removing it would damage the underlying wall. Additionally, some wallpapers are specifically designed to be paintable, which can add texture to a room.

However, there are risks. If the wallpaper is textured, damaged, or peeling, these imperfections will show through the new paint. The moisture from the paint can also loosen the wallpaper's adhesive, causing it to bubble and potentially damage the wall. To mitigate these issues, clean the surface thoroughly and use an oil-based primer to help the paint adhere and prevent the old adhesive from bleeding through.

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.

The cost varies from $1 to $3 per square foot, depending on the type of wallpaper, the wall condition, and the labor involved.

Yes, most professionals patch and smooth walls after removal to prepare for new finishes.

If you can already see the texture of the existing wallpaper through the layer of paint, then the texture could also come through the new layer of wallpaper. If that’s the aesthetic you want, then proceed. But if you want a smoother surface, you should either strip off the existing paint and wallpaper or hang a layer of liner paper before proceeding.

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