Professional Wallpaper Removal

Wallpaper removal is a deceptively complex process. The wrong technique — too much moisture, aggressive scraping, or improper neutralization — can seriously damage drywall and add significant cost and time to your project. Our professional removal service protects your walls while thoroughly preparing them for their next finish.

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What's Included in Our Removal Service

• Assessment of wallpaper layers and substrate condition
• Scored perforation to allow controlled moisture penetration
• Application of removal solution (enzyme or steam as appropriate)
• Careful hand removal to protect drywall face paper
• Adhesive residue removal and wall neutralization
• Minor patching and skim-coating after removal
• Surface priming for paint or new wallcovering

Multi-Layer Removal

Many homes in the Chicago suburbs have multiple generations of wallpaper — three, four, even five layers applied over decades. We have the patience and expertise to remove these complex multi-layer situations without resorting to drastic wall replacement. Each layer requires its own approach based on the adhesive type and underlying substrate condition.

Post-Removal Wall Preparation

After removal, walls are rarely installation-ready. Our team patches damaged areas, skim-coats uneven surfaces, and applies an appropriate primer — whether you plan to paint or install new wallcovering. We leave your walls in better condition than we found them.

Areas We Serve for Wallpaper Removal

Aurora, Joliet, Naperville, Elgin, Hammond, Gary, and all Chicago suburbs.

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