For the removal of drywall and plaster that covered brick we wanted to expose, it went much the same way. I came over in the middle of this part of the job, and the team were pounding on the wall to remove all the plaster?it was messy work as you can imagine. By the end of the day, it was again totally cleaned up. David and his team took extra care to make the wall look great, including wire brushing it with bleach. It's the highlight of our downstairs now! Throughout the job, he showed a lot of attention to detail, making sound decisions for things I hadn't considered, like where a light-switch should go or how to fill in the missing crown molding. They did a great job and would definitely use them again for a big project! "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/md/temple-hills/fh-construction-llc-reviews-8375161.htm"},"position":4},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Hall's Landscaping","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"VA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Charles K."},"reviewBody":"Hall's did an excellent job! Very professional work and courteous crew. We hadn't had any professional yard work done in two years so the bushes and beds were a mess. They took the time to remove all the old leaves and mulch--even in places where it would have been hard to tell. They checked with me before trimming some of the bushes and made sure I was happy with everything. We will be repeat customers. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/va/falls-church/hall%27s-landscaping-reviews-496415.htm"},"position":5},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"All American Painting Plus Inc","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"VA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Justin A."},"reviewBody":"Everything was great. We were using expensive wallpaper in tight quarters and didn't want to do it ourselves. He was extremely professional and efficient. In and out in about 4 hours and did a great job with a pretty tricky pattern. Definitely recommend."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/va/reston/all-american-painting-plus-inc-reviews-214201.htm"},"position":6},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Moss Building & Design","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"VA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"John W."},"reviewBody":"It was more work than I had anticipated. We signed up for 8 hours of work but it took almost twice that time because of unanticipated problems with removal and installation of both the vanity and exhaust fan. Thus the price was higher than I expected. Not the fault of the handyman since the problems were uncovered only after the work was underway. My wife and I removed the wallpaper before he arrived but this was a major effort and damaged significant portions of the wall which he had to repair. Walls were not square which created problems with the vanity installation. The handyman was able to make adjustments and accommodations to get the job done. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/va/chantilly/moss-building-and-design-reviews-217101.htm"},"position":7},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Lomar Painting Co","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"VA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Chris J."},"reviewBody":"We must have lost our minds to have hardwood floors installed and then have most of our house painted immediately following the install but thanks to the professionalism and kindness of Lomar painting we made it through the madness! Orlando and the rest of the crew that came to the house were fantastic to work with. They showed up promptly at 8:00 am each morning and got right to work. They took great care with my new floors. Each painter was kind and respectful and I felt good having them in my home and around my children. I picked a couple of bold colors in a some rooms and the paint lines at the ceilings are fantastic! What a steady hand! The bathroom that previously had wallpaper in it (and we had been told by another contractor before we put up the paper that the walls were too damaged for paint) came out beautifully! They are artisans with drywall repair! I really appreciated that Lomar Painting accepts American Express unlike some other companies! :)"},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/va/ashburn/lomar-painting-co-reviews-324358.htm"},"position":8},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"MARK CHARLTON","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"VA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Amy W."},"reviewBody":"We contracted for wallpaper removal and install. Mark ended up painting, installing new tile flooring, granite counter top, sinks, and bathroom hardware. He was professional, creative, resourceful, and reasonable. He is a nice guy to boot. He is our new all purpose contractor and we would use him again in a minute. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/md/kensington/mark-charlton-reviews-490208.htm"},"position":9},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"RICCI DRYWALL & PAINTING CO INC","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"VA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Jerome H."},"reviewBody":"We wanted all new drywall for our 5x8 bath on Capitol Hill because it had tile and multiple layers of paint and wallpaper on it. We took out all the old drywall, floor and tile ourselves and had Ricci put in all new drywall on the walls and ceiling including a recessed shelf area in the tub surround. Roger (the owner/manager?) was great to work with...the best points were:
Wllingness to give a rough price over the phone until a detailed written estimate could be done in person (they were the same).
Arrived on time for estimate and workPriced below three other drywallers we contacted
Workers were nice and professional and worked with me to make adjustments on the day of the install
Finish was high quality, paint ready
Some seams were not finished to the correct height as orignally planned (in preparation for tile wainscotting) and Roger sent out a person the next day to fix it.
Great experience overall... I will use them for some other services during our remodel including door and tille installation, framing and painting."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/md/kensington/ricci-drywall-and-painting-co-inc-reviews-163071.htm"},"position":10}]}
Wallpaper Removal reviews from real Angi homeowners in Sterling, VA
Frank did a beautiful job with providing decorator advice (no charge for that), shades, drapes, some wallpaper, recommendations for paint, coordination of entire main level of our new house so everything "blends". this was over 15 years ago. Then recently one of our Hunter Douglass blinds...
Leslie S.
5.0
08/2016
Dan and his partner hung wallpaper on three walls in my newly remodeled bathroom. I supplied the wallpaper. One wall was free of obstacles, e.g., no bathroom mirror or towel bar. A second wall contained a towel bar, medicine cabinet, and light fixture, while a third wall included the doorway...
David C.
5.0
10/2015
The team arrived on time and ready to work on this multi-day project. Removing the gas fireplace required re-routing the gas line, which they did without any problems. After the first day, they had finished the demo of the fireplace and the wall it was in, and the left the place spotless....
Charles K.
5.0
05/2015
Hall's did an excellent job! Very professional work and courteous crew. We hadn't had any professional yard work done in two years so the bushes and beds were a mess. They took the time to remove all the old leaves and mulch--even in places where it would have been hard to tell. They...
Justin A.
5.0
08/2014
Everything was great. We were using expensive wallpaper in tight quarters and didn't want to do it ourselves. He was extremely professional and efficient. In and out in about 4 hours and did a great job with a pretty tricky pattern. Definitely recommend.
John W.
5.0
08/2014
It was more work than I had anticipated. We signed up for 8 hours of work but it took almost twice that time because of unanticipated problems with removal and installation of both the vanity and exhaust fan. Thus the price was higher than I expected. Not the fault of the handyman since the...
Chris J.
5.0
11/2013
We must have lost our minds to have hardwood floors installed and then have most of our house painted immediately following the install but thanks to the professionalism and kindness of Lomar painting we made it through the madness! Orlando and the rest of the crew that came to the house...
Amy W.
5.0
07/2013
We contracted for wallpaper removal and install. Mark ended up painting, installing new tile flooring, granite counter top, sinks, and bathroom hardware. He was professional, creative, resourceful, and reasonable. He is a nice guy to boot. He is our new all purpose contractor and we would...
Jerome H.
5.0
02/2012
We wanted all new drywall for our 5x8 bath on Capitol Hill because it had tile and multiple layers of paint and wallpaper on it. We took out all the old drywall, floor and tile ourselves and had Ricci put in all new drywall on the walls and ceiling including a recessed shelf area in the tub...
The Washington area’s premier interior/exterior, painting and decorating company for both Residential and Commercial properties. We provide painting services, color consultations, wallpaper removal and installation, drywall repair and installation, gutter and window cleaning and many other services. And here is what we promise to you: Total Focus on Your Project Until Completion Full-Time Professional Work Crews Easy-To-Reach Point of Contact Phone Calls & Emails Returned Promptly
"Excellent work quality and fast execution. Great communication from Jeff throughout the process."
John M on September 2025
The Washington area’s premier interior/exterior, painting and decorating company for both Residential and Commercial properties. We provide painting services, color consultations, wallpaper removal and installation, drywall repair and installation, gutter and window cleaning and many other services. And here is what we promise to you: Total Focus on Your Project Until Completion Full-Time Professional Work Crews Easy-To-Reach Point of Contact Phone Calls & Emails Returned Promptly
"Excellent work quality and fast execution. Great communication from Jeff throughout the process."
WOW-1 Day Painting brings people a fast, affordable and high quality solution for all their interior or exterior residential, commercial and industrial painting projects! Our team of professional painters completes the quality painting you expect, in a timeline that’s unexpected: 1 DAY and Done without paying a premium. Guaranteed! Plus, our eco-friendly painting service uses zero VOC and low VOC paint to minimize our impact on the environment and your family or staff. That means no harsh odors or fumes when you return at the end of the day to your freshly painted home or office!
"We hired Wow 1 Day for 2 separate projects and each one was high quality work with professional service and communications. The first was after we had a flood and needed to get our basement painted after water remediation. The second time we use the company to repaint our entire house. They were great helping with color consultations. We let our kids have some say over there rooms but the company was great in helping with that process. They also helped us be selective about trim and doors that didn't need to repainted to keep us on budget. I would recommend this company without reservation."
Scot S on March 2025
WOW-1 Day Painting brings people a fast, affordable and high quality solution for all their interior or exterior residential, commercial and industrial painting projects! Our team of professional painters completes the quality painting you expect, in a timeline that’s unexpected: 1 DAY and Done without paying a premium. Guaranteed! Plus, our eco-friendly painting service uses zero VOC and low VOC paint to minimize our impact on the environment and your family or staff. That means no harsh odors or fumes when you return at the end of the day to your freshly painted home or office!
"We hired Wow 1 Day for 2 separate projects and each one was high quality work with professional service and communications. The first was after we had a flood and needed to get our basement painted after water remediation. The second time we use the company to repaint our entire house. They were great helping with color consultations. We let our kids have some say over there rooms but the company was great in helping with that process. They also helped us be selective about trim and doors that didn't need to repainted to keep us on budget. I would recommend this company without reservation."
Founded in 1998, Manor Works specializes in serving the needs of residential homeowners. Having completed over 10,000 painting projects since our inception, we have built systems and processes to ensure our projects are of consistently high quality, and just as importantly, they run smoothly. Part of this is by not employing day laborers or subcontractors. All of our painters and carpenters are full-time, year round employees. Our stable and highly trained workforce allows us to control quality. This approach, coupled with our unwavering commitment to quality control, enables us to uphold our high standards. Additionally, we offer the longest available warranties, detailed project proposals, and convenient online scheduling systems to further enhance our customer experience. Our dedication to excellence has been recognized through various awards. For inquiries, please contact us at (703) 339-6800 or via email at [email protected].
"The entire team was excellent. They were prompt, hard-working, and clearly took pride in their work. They were responsive to my questions and concerns. I was given clear heads-up about any additional work needed during the project and any additional costs. They were respectful of my plants and surrounding structures. They kept the work area tidy at the end of each day. Victor responded promptly when the original coat on the back porch exterior painting in some areas had pealed. We considered alternatives and paid to have an industrial surface coated on the horizontal decking. We are currently very pleased with this new coating. The re-screening was also very well-done; very pleased with the results. The painting and carpentry work on the front porch looks terrific! The pricing was in the hi-moderate range but well worth it. I will definitely work with Manor Works in the future for interior work this winter and any future exterior work."
Rebecca L on September 2018
Founded in 1998, Manor Works specializes in serving the needs of residential homeowners. Having completed over 10,000 painting projects since our inception, we have built systems and processes to ensure our projects are of consistently high quality, and just as importantly, they run smoothly. Part of this is by not employing day laborers or subcontractors. All of our painters and carpenters are full-time, year round employees. Our stable and highly trained workforce allows us to control quality. This approach, coupled with our unwavering commitment to quality control, enables us to uphold our high standards. Additionally, we offer the longest available warranties, detailed project proposals, and convenient online scheduling systems to further enhance our customer experience. Our dedication to excellence has been recognized through various awards. For inquiries, please contact us at (703) 339-6800 or via email at [email protected].
"The entire team was excellent. They were prompt, hard-working, and clearly took pride in their work. They were responsive to my questions and concerns. I was given clear heads-up about any additional work needed during the project and any additional costs. They were respectful of my plants and surrounding structures. They kept the work area tidy at the end of each day. Victor responded promptly when the original coat on the back porch exterior painting in some areas had pealed. We considered alternatives and paid to have an industrial surface coated on the horizontal decking. We are currently very pleased with this new coating. The re-screening was also very well-done; very pleased with the results. The painting and carpentry work on the front porch looks terrific! The pricing was in the hi-moderate range but well worth it. I will definitely work with Manor Works in the future for interior work this winter and any future exterior work."
Five Star Painting in Loudoun is locally owned and operated by Tina and Stuart Nokes. We strive to provide our customers with five star quality service, at an affordable price. We promise Cleanliness, On Time Completion, On Budget Estimates, Project Management on every job, Color Expertise and Locally Owned services. We welcome residential and commercial projects. We respond promptly to your request and are here to help you with your home improvement projects from deck refinishing to painting your walls. Call today for a free estimate.
"Job done very professionally. Work started and completed in a timely fashion."
Reggie E on April 2025
Five Star Painting in Loudoun is locally owned and operated by Tina and Stuart Nokes. We strive to provide our customers with five star quality service, at an affordable price. We promise Cleanliness, On Time Completion, On Budget Estimates, Project Management on every job, Color Expertise and Locally Owned services. We welcome residential and commercial projects. We respond promptly to your request and are here to help you with your home improvement projects from deck refinishing to painting your walls. Call today for a free estimate.
"Job done very professionally. Work started and completed in a timely fashion."
Super Service Award winner from 2007-2024! We are a professional painting contractor and home improvement serving Virginia, DC, and the surrounding areas. Our company has been the leading painting service provider for the community for more than 20 years. Additional email - [email protected]. People have learned to associate our name with professionalism and high-quality services, and we never disappoint. That is what makes us the preferable choice when it comes to painting companies in the area. We’re fully licensed, insured, and bonded. Count on us for all your painting needs. - Lead Safe "EPA" National Certified Firm Nº: NAT-F109541-1. - BBB Accredited Business. "SOLUTION PAINTING DOES NOT SUBCONTRACT AT ALL"
"Very professional and efficient. Very easy to work with. Did a final walk-around with us to ensure the details were done correctly. Highly recommended."
Jim M on June 2024
Super Service Award winner from 2007-2024! We are a professional painting contractor and home improvement serving Virginia, DC, and the surrounding areas. Our company has been the leading painting service provider for the community for more than 20 years. Additional email - [email protected]. People have learned to associate our name with professionalism and high-quality services, and we never disappoint. That is what makes us the preferable choice when it comes to painting companies in the area. We’re fully licensed, insured, and bonded. Count on us for all your painting needs. - Lead Safe "EPA" National Certified Firm Nº: NAT-F109541-1. - BBB Accredited Business. "SOLUTION PAINTING DOES NOT SUBCONTRACT AT ALL"
"Very professional and efficient. Very easy to work with. Did a final walk-around with us to ensure the details were done correctly. Highly recommended."
Free estimates. Family run business with 15 years of experience in the painting industry. We do exterior, interior, power wash, decks, cabinets, and more.
"Paint the DMV did a fantastic job! They showed up right on time (a rarity) and got right to work. I would definitely hire them again . I highly recommend them."
Merrie H on September 2025
Free estimates. Family run business with 15 years of experience in the painting industry. We do exterior, interior, power wash, decks, cabinets, and more.
"Paint the DMV did a fantastic job! They showed up right on time (a rarity) and got right to work. I would definitely hire them again . I highly recommend them."
FOR A FREE ESTIMATE PLEASE CALL (703) 585-1932 TODAY. ABL Painting has the ability to transform your residence with the stroke of our paint brushes. We always use quality paint products in order to never put our clients through fading, peeling, and the falling of their paint job. Remodeling is not necessary for the transformation of the look of your estate, a simple paint job from ABL Painting will do. Family owned business with 16 years of experience. Customer service is our number one priority. Check out our commercial at https://youtu.be/AbYX-Jl_AYA?si=-ianWLIpgbH-jRXD
"Prompt arrival, professional conversation to answer any questions or concerns about the project process and PRISTINE in the care of our home and the work area! Ever , our painter was personable and wanted to ensure we were pleased in each step of the work. We'd highly recommend them for interior or exterior painting."
Michele J on June 2024
FOR A FREE ESTIMATE PLEASE CALL (703) 585-1932 TODAY. ABL Painting has the ability to transform your residence with the stroke of our paint brushes. We always use quality paint products in order to never put our clients through fading, peeling, and the falling of their paint job. Remodeling is not necessary for the transformation of the look of your estate, a simple paint job from ABL Painting will do. Family owned business with 16 years of experience. Customer service is our number one priority. Check out our commercial at https://youtu.be/AbYX-Jl_AYA?si=-ianWLIpgbH-jRXD
"Prompt arrival, professional conversation to answer any questions or concerns about the project process and PRISTINE in the care of our home and the work area! Ever , our painter was personable and wanted to ensure we were pleased in each step of the work. We'd highly recommend them for interior or exterior painting."
We are professional painting contractors with an outstanding customer satisfaction and referral rating. That means our future is on display every day — in how we paint every type of house and building: interior, exterior, residential, commercial, office, and condominium. We are "The Educated Choice" in painting because we offer: Professional Service Free Written Estimates Fully Licensed & Insured Staff The Highest Quality Paints Affordable Rates
"They did a great job in painting but I have problems in my drywall."
Terry D on November 2022
We are professional painting contractors with an outstanding customer satisfaction and referral rating. That means our future is on display every day — in how we paint every type of house and building: interior, exterior, residential, commercial, office, and condominium. We are "The Educated Choice" in painting because we offer: Professional Service Free Written Estimates Fully Licensed & Insured Staff The Highest Quality Paints Affordable Rates
"They did a great job in painting but I have problems in my drywall."
Family-owned &-operated. Owner involvement in all projects. Worker's compensation coverage, liability insurance coverage, and bonded. Excellent reputation--18 years' experience. Free estimates. Contact Jennifer at (703) 723-9313 or (571) 276-5758 for an estimate.
"Simple job that was completed very quickly after receiving the estimate."
Leslie G on June 2020
Family-owned &-operated. Owner involvement in all projects. Worker's compensation coverage, liability insurance coverage, and bonded. Excellent reputation--18 years' experience. Free estimates. Contact Jennifer at (703) 723-9313 or (571) 276-5758 for an estimate.
"Simple job that was completed very quickly after receiving the estimate."
Hi and welcome to Gibbs Painting, a full service, insured, licensed painting/home improvement company that stays focused on and flexible to the customers needs. We’re a second generation company that’s locally owned and operated. I’m Ray Gibbs, owner of Gibbs painting for 19 years and native Northern Virginian. After working with my father for 8 years, I have run the business for 19 years. At Gibbs painting, we aim to provide quality workmanship, competitive pricing and flexible solutions for our customers. Gibbs painting will provide a free detailed written estimate, show up on time, complete your work with courteous and with well communicated employees. Gibbs painting also offers free color and molding consultations to help our customers develop their homes into wonderful interior or exterior living spaces. Once you have narrowed your color choices down, Gibbs painting can apply samples to your walls and allow you to view them in the different light conditions during the day. Gibbs Painting will schedule your job and start your job at a convenient time for your schedule, complete the job on time and leave your home in the same condition as when the job was started. Please rely on Gibbs Painting for you painting and home improvement needs. Ray Gibbs www.GibbsPainting.com 703 967 7899
"Excellent experience. I contacted Ray for a quote, he viewed the damage, and provided a quote very quickly. The work was done well and in a timely manner. I am very pleased with the finished product. I am already considering hiring Gibbs Painting for other work I need done."
Sheila S on December 2022
Hi and welcome to Gibbs Painting, a full service, insured, licensed painting/home improvement company that stays focused on and flexible to the customers needs. We’re a second generation company that’s locally owned and operated. I’m Ray Gibbs, owner of Gibbs painting for 19 years and native Northern Virginian. After working with my father for 8 years, I have run the business for 19 years. At Gibbs painting, we aim to provide quality workmanship, competitive pricing and flexible solutions for our customers. Gibbs painting will provide a free detailed written estimate, show up on time, complete your work with courteous and with well communicated employees. Gibbs painting also offers free color and molding consultations to help our customers develop their homes into wonderful interior or exterior living spaces. Once you have narrowed your color choices down, Gibbs painting can apply samples to your walls and allow you to view them in the different light conditions during the day. Gibbs Painting will schedule your job and start your job at a convenient time for your schedule, complete the job on time and leave your home in the same condition as when the job was started. Please rely on Gibbs Painting for you painting and home improvement needs. Ray Gibbs www.GibbsPainting.com 703 967 7899
"Excellent experience. I contacted Ray for a quote, he viewed the damage, and provided a quote very quickly. The work was done well and in a timely manner. I am very pleased with the finished product. I am already considering hiring Gibbs Painting for other work I need done."
Sheila S on December 2022
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FAQs for wallpaper removal projects in Sterling, VA
Hiring a professional wallpaper remover is almost always worthwhile. Although the work is more expensive due to labor costs, doing it yourself is extremely time-consuming, complicated, and easy to make mistakes and wreak havoc on your walls, regardless of the tools you use. Professional wallpaper removers have the tools and experience to get old wallpaper down quickly and without damaging the walls behind it.
Removing wallpaper can be easy if you have a non-coated wallpaper, but most homeowners have vinyl-coated wallpaper, which is more durable but tears very easily during the removal process. This feature makes it challenging and time-consuming to remove most wallpaper. There are tools to speed up the process, like steamers, but, unfortunately, it’s easy to permanently damage your walls when using them. In most cases, it’s best to hire a professional wallpaper remover to get the job done quickly and without damaging your home.
In most cases, you cannot wallpaper over existing wallpaper. It’s possible to wallpaper over non-coated wallpaper, but vinyl-coated wallpaper is much more prevalent in homes, so you generally shouldn’t put new wallpaper over existing wallpaper. Adding a layer of wallpaper over vinyl-coated paper will lead to poor adhesion, leaving behind bubbles and imperfections in your wall. Plus, wallpapering over vinyl-coated wallpaper can lead to mold growth, which can be hazardous to your health. It’s usually best to hire a local wallpaper removal service to handle the task to avoid these issues.
The average cost to remove wallpaper is around $3 per square foot, but the total depends on the type of wallpaper, how easy it is to remove, and the size of the room. Most homeowners spend around $780per room for wallpaper removal, and prices typically fall between $200 and $2,000. Wallpaper removal is expensive because it tends to be a very time-consuming job, and it can sometimes take a full day or more for the work to complete.
The easiest way to remove wallpaper is to use a steamer. The hot steam will loosen the wallpaper paste and make peeling the wallpaper off in large sheets much easier. Unfortunately, steamers can create irreparable damage on your walls, so it’s not a good idea for DIYers to use steamers to remove wallpaper. Instead, hire a professional wallpaper remover to do the work for you. This method will not only speed up the process, but it will also ensure your walls will remain intact post-wallpapering.
The Sterling, VA homeowners’ guide to wallpaper removal services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Taking down wallpaper is a tedious and time-consuming job. Here are some tips on how to hire someone to remove wallpaper for you to make your life easier.
The paper is off, but your walls need some love. Learn how to repair your walls after a wallpaper removal project and prep them for paint or new decor.
Wallpaper removal requires physical labor and can be a sticky mess. Consider these tips on the best ways to remove wallpaper to make the process as smooth as possible.