Popcorn Ceiling Removal in Gurnee, IL
Old textured ceilings removed completely, not painted over. The surface skimmed flat and painted to match any room. Licensed and insured, with a written price you get before we start.
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Quick Answer
Popcorn ceiling removal in Gurnee, IL starts at $299 for a single room, and a full house runs about $1,200 depending on square footage. That price comes from Vanguard Painting, a licensed and insured company serving Gurnee and all of Lake County. Every job includes room protection, texture removal, skim coating the ceiling flat, and painting it with two coats. We remove popcorn ceilings from bedrooms, living rooms, basements, and hallways across Gurnee.
What You Get When We Remove Your Popcorn Ceiling
Book popcorn ceiling work in Gurnee and this is the package. None of it is an add-on we spring on you halfway through the week.
Floors sheeted, furniture wrapped and moved to the center, walls taped.
Popcorn softened with water, then scraped clean down to the drywall paper.
If your home was built before 1980, we test first so you know what's there.
Seams between sheets smoothed out so the ceiling is continuous.
Thin coat of mud over the whole ceiling, sanded flat and smooth.
Flat white ceiling paint rolled on, dried, and second coat applied.
All popcorn debris, paper, and plastic removed from your property.
We check every square foot with you and fix anything you spot.
Popcorn Ceiling Removal Prices in Gurnee
Here's where our pricing starts on popcorn ceiling jobs Gurnee homeowners ask about most. Room size, ceiling height, and whether the texture has been painted before move the final number. You get that number in writing first.
Not sure which of these you need? Call (708) 815-7720. Most Gurnee popcorn ceiling jobs get priced over the phone in about five minutes.
Gurnee Popcorn Ceilings Have Their Own Quirks
Gurnee homes built between 1970 and 1995 often have popcorn ceilings. Some are asbestos-free, some aren't. We handle each one differently.
Popcorn that's been painted
Painted texture is harder to remove because the paint locks the texture to the ceiling. We use a different approach on those jobs so we don't damage the drywall underneath.
1970s homes with asbestos
Many Gurnee homes from the '70s have asbestos in the texture. We test first and follow safe removal procedures if we find it.
Basement ceilings that need extra work
Basement popcorn often has moisture stains. We seal those before we skim and paint so they don't bleed through.
We also do drywall repair for Gurnee ceilings and walls that need patching before or after the popcorn comes off.
How We Remove Popcorn Ceilings in Gurnee
Eight steps, same order every time, whether it's a small bedroom or a whole house with vaulted ceilings.
Walk and test
We look at the ceiling, test the texture for asbestos if needed, and write the price.
Protect everything
Floors covered, furniture wrapped, walls taped at the top edge.
Wet the texture
Popcorn sprayed with water to soften it for scraping.
Scrape it off
Scraped clean down to the drywall paper, no bumps left behind.
Tape the seams
Drywall joints taped and smoothed so the ceiling is flush.
Skim coat
Thin coat of mud across the whole ceiling, sanded flat.
Paint two coats
Flat white ceiling paint, dried between coats.
Walk through with you
We check every square foot with you and fix anything you spot.
The Popcorn Ceiling Work Gurnee Calls Us For
Most calls fall into one of three buckets. Same crew and same prep standard on all of them, different scope.
Bedroom ceilings
Master bedrooms and guest rooms with textured ceilings that date back to the '80s. Also pairs with interior painting.
Living spaces and hallways
Living rooms, dining rooms, and hallways with popcorn. We handle furniture and protect floors through the whole process.
Basement ceilings
Finished basements with popcorn texture removed and ceilings painted white. We seal any water stains first.
A Crew That Knows Ceilings, Not Just Walls
Our shop is at 541 Winston Dr in Melrose Park. Gurnee is one of the Lake County towns we work most often, which is why we can usually get out for an estimate within a few days of your call. The person who prices your job is the person who shows up to scrape and skim.
Popcorn ceiling removal is messy work. It takes the right equipment, proper protection for your floors and furniture, and a crew that knows how to get the ceiling flat without damaging the drywall. We do this every week in Gurnee homes from the older neighborhoods near O'Plaine Road to the newer developments.
If you're doing multiple things in the house, we can combine ceiling removal with interior painting or drywall repair in one trip.
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What People Complain About, and What You End Up With
Almost every call opens with one of these. Here's the cause on the left, and here's what the ceiling looks like when we pack up.
The problem
Old texture loses its bond and starts raining down dust and chunks.
Scrape job left the drywall uneven, visible from across the room.
Not properly primed and painted after removal, so the new paint peels.
What you get
Scraped clean, skimmed with mud, and sanded flat so it looks like a brand new ceiling.
Skim coat applied and sanded properly, so the ceiling is visually flat.
Primed and painted with two coats of quality ceiling paint that bonds and lasts.
True on every Gurnee popcorn ceiling job we take:
What the Ceilings Look Like When We Leave
Smooth flat ceiling, no texture, no dust, and a clean white finish that makes the room feel taller.
What Gurnee Customers Say After the Ceiling Dries
Most of our Gurnee popcorn ceiling work comes from somebody a few streets over. Read what they said about the process, the flat finish, and how the room looked when we cleared out.
Other Painting Work We Do Around Gurnee
Ceiling removal is a specialized job, but the same crew covers most of what a Gurnee house needs.
Interior painting
Walls, trim, and doors painted. See Gurnee house painting.
Drywall repair
Ceiling and wall holes patched. See Gurnee drywall repair.
Cabinet painting
Kitchen and bathroom cabinets sprayed. See Gurnee cabinet painting.
Deck staining
Wood decks and fences sealed. See Gurnee deck staining.
Need painting in other Lake County towns? We cover the whole Lake County service area, and everything we do in Gurnee sits on the Gurnee painting page.
Popcorn Ceiling Removal in Gurnee, IL: Common Questions
How much does popcorn ceiling removal cost in Gurnee, IL?
Do you test for asbestos before removing popcorn ceilings?
How long does popcorn ceiling removal take in Gurnee?
Will you paint the ceiling after removing the popcorn?
Can you remove popcorn ceiling that's been painted?
Do I need to empty the room before you arrive?
Can you remove popcorn ceilings in my whole house?
Is Vanguard Painting licensed and insured?
Get Your Gurnee Popcorn Ceiling Removed Properly
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