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":6},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Innovative Inc","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"VA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Joseph D."},"reviewBody":"It was fine. They splattered a lot of paint. I was surprised about how much paint was splattered throughout the house since they were painting. They should have been more deliberate on putting down painter's tape and plastic. When I pointed out that I was unhappy with the splatter, they did come and do some work to remove it."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/va/lorton/innovative-inc-reviews-6470450.htm"},"position":7},{"@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":8},{"@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":9},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Junk In The Trunk LLC","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"VA","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Shanan G."},"reviewBody":"I needed to have a couch removed and it was going to have to be cut in half to make that happen. They moved furniture out of the way and put it to the side neatly and carefully. They cut the piece in half, removed all the little pieces of fabric and stuffing, and carried everything away. They came early and asked first if that was okay. They were mindful of my cat. It was an all around great experience. Easy, quick and professional. I would hire them again in a heartbeat."},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/md/chevy-chase/junk-in-the-trunk-llc-reviews-248614.htm"},"position":10}]}
Wallpaper Removal reviews from real Angi homeowners in Warrenton, VA
Company technicians showed up at the appointed time, removed the rugs, and returned them clean beautiful one week later. Their service was price competitive with other cleaning services. I am a satisfied customer and will use them again.
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....
Joseph D.
3.0
10/2014
It was fine. They splattered a lot of paint. I was surprised about how much paint was splattered throughout the house since they were painting. They should have been more deliberate on putting down painter's tape and plastic. When I pointed out that I was unhappy with the splatter, they did...
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...
Shanan G.
5.0
05/2011
I needed to have a couch removed and it was going to have to be cut in half to make that happen. They moved furniture out of the way and put it to the side neatly and carefully. They cut the piece in half, removed all the little pieces of fabric and stuffing, and carried everything away. ...
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."
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."
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."
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."
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."
Wall Covering Country LLC, 28+ years of experience Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"Alfredo and his team did a great job. He showed up On time and finished the job in a timely manner. Very respectable. And cleaned up well every night. I would highly recommend him."
Charlotte T on August 2025
Wall Covering Country LLC, 28+ years of experience Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"Alfredo and his team did a great job. He showed up On time and finished the job in a timely manner. Very respectable. And cleaned up well every night. I would highly recommend him."
We have years of experience painting indoors and outdoors. Our services include painting cabinets, crown molding, ceilings, restoring bathtubs/showers, etc. Painting is what we do! We offer high quality service, and our work is guaranteed. Our goal is customer satisfaction.
"Marvin did excellent job painting the interior of our home and painting our deck. Very professional and high quality work. I have recommended him to many friends and neighbors."
Bri M on December 2024
We have years of experience painting indoors and outdoors. Our services include painting cabinets, crown molding, ceilings, restoring bathtubs/showers, etc. Painting is what we do! We offer high quality service, and our work is guaranteed. Our goal is customer satisfaction.
"Marvin did excellent job painting the interior of our home and painting our deck. Very professional and high quality work. I have recommended him to many friends and neighbors."
Family own business with 25 + years of experience, our goal is 100% customer satisfaction. Is a trusted company for the best remodeling and handyman services for home. Open since 1988, we have been providing quality general contractor work at affordable prices. Our company is led by experienced professional experienced. We have earned a reputation for being efficient craftsmen who are knowledgeable in all areas of construction and renovations.
"They were responsive and professional. I'm happy with the result."
Sesi A on September 2025
Family own business with 25 + years of experience, our goal is 100% customer satisfaction. Is a trusted company for the best remodeling and handyman services for home. Open since 1988, we have been providing quality general contractor work at affordable prices. Our company is led by experienced professional experienced. We have earned a reputation for being efficient craftsmen who are knowledgeable in all areas of construction and renovations.
"They were responsive and professional. I'm happy with the result."
We are family owned & operated. We provide custom painting for the interior and exterior of your home and your drywall needs as well as General remodeling projects. We specialize in providing exceptional customer service and have over 19 years experience. No subs are used. No job is too big or too small for us to handle. We are licence to work in Washington and Maryland From the Washington Dc Home Improvement licensing department Thank you it will be a pleasure to services you In your home Improvement projects
"I wholeheartedly recommend Mendez Painting Services, LLC for doing an excellent job on my kitchen and bath renovation. From being the most responsive contractor the initial consultation through substantial completion, I was very pleased with the team and their work. Mr. Mendez transformed my home from a dull 1950s shoebox into the most coveted unit in my building. I highly recommend hiring him especially because of his background in home renovations. As a designer, I particularly appreciated the attention to detail and his willingness and openness to work with me to renovate my home."
C P on September 2025
We are family owned & operated. We provide custom painting for the interior and exterior of your home and your drywall needs as well as General remodeling projects. We specialize in providing exceptional customer service and have over 19 years experience. No subs are used. No job is too big or too small for us to handle. We are licence to work in Washington and Maryland From the Washington Dc Home Improvement licensing department Thank you it will be a pleasure to services you In your home Improvement projects
"I wholeheartedly recommend Mendez Painting Services, LLC for doing an excellent job on my kitchen and bath renovation. From being the most responsive contractor the initial consultation through substantial completion, I was very pleased with the team and their work. Mr. Mendez transformed my home from a dull 1950s shoebox into the most coveted unit in my building. I highly recommend hiring him especially because of his background in home renovations. As a designer, I particularly appreciated the attention to detail and his willingness and openness to work with me to renovate my home."
www.edramgeneralconstruction.com MHIC. 130214 MHBR. 7957 PA. 61494 DC WV VA Edvin Ramirez built the company on the strong foundation of providing good value for your construction spending. Edram General Construction has a reputation for completing top-quality projects on time and on budget. We provide professional services, and our workers will make sure the job is done right the first time. We believe that forming a strong team of professionals is an integral part of succeeding in this competitive field. We are proud of our successes and hope that you will consider us for your next project. Edram General Construction is committed to building long term relationships with satisfied customers by providing reliable service and high quality craftsmanship, while focusing on the details our customers have come to expect.
"Edwin did a great job and was helpful and communicated even late in the evening."
Patrick B on January 2025
www.edramgeneralconstruction.com MHIC. 130214 MHBR. 7957 PA. 61494 DC WV VA Edvin Ramirez built the company on the strong foundation of providing good value for your construction spending. Edram General Construction has a reputation for completing top-quality projects on time and on budget. We provide professional services, and our workers will make sure the job is done right the first time. We believe that forming a strong team of professionals is an integral part of succeeding in this competitive field. We are proud of our successes and hope that you will consider us for your next project. Edram General Construction is committed to building long term relationships with satisfied customers by providing reliable service and high quality craftsmanship, while focusing on the details our customers have come to expect.
"Edwin did a great job and was helpful and communicated even late in the evening."
Patrick B on January 2025
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Wallpaper Removal questions, answered by experts
Think hard before deciding to German schmear your home’s exterior brickwork. If you do not like the look, you are pretty much stuck with it, as it is impossible to remove this finish the way you can remove paint. You risk damaging the underlying brick if you have to chisel and acid-wash it away. It will also take a very long time, and remnants of the mortar wash will always remain.
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.
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.
To remove adhesive-backed wallpaper, you’ll need to soften the adhesive before you try peeling the wallpaper off the walls. You may wonder whether peel-and-stick wallpaper damages walls. It can depend on the removal method. Make sure to be patient and consider using a steamer, hair dryer, or adhesive remover to carefully take down adhesive-backed wallpaper.
You can paint over wallpaper if it’s smooth and in good shape. But if there are bumps or tears in the wallpaper, they’ll likely show through the paint. Similarly, you should avoid painting over textured wallpaper because the ridges and patterns in the paper will be visible. In either of these situations, you should remove the wallpaper before painting.
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The Warrenton, 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.