Wallpaper Removal in Addison, IL
Old wallpaper stripped, walls washed, patched, and primed ready for paint. We steam, scrape, and smooth every wall. Licensed and insured, with a written price before we start.
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Wallpaper removal in Addison, IL starts at $399 for a single room, including steaming, scraping, washing the walls, patching holes, and priming for paint. Vanguard Painting is a licensed and insured company based in Melrose Park. Every job includes floor protection, furniture covers, and a full cleanup. We remove wallpaper from homes across Addison and all of Cook County.
What You Get With Our Wallpaper Removal Service
Book wallpaper removal in Addison and this is what's included. No hidden charges for prep or cleanup.
Drop cloths on floors and plastic covers on furniture before we start.
We score the paper and use a steamer to loosen the adhesive for easier removal.
Every strip of paper removed. No leftover chunks or adhesive residue.
We wash the bare walls to remove glue residue and rinse them clean.
Any damage behind the paper gets filled and sanded smooth.
Primer goes on the bare drywall so new paint or paper has a surface that holds.
We bag and haul away the old wallpaper and scraps.
We show you the walls and fix anything that doesn't look right.
Wallpaper Removal Prices in Addison
Here's where our wallpaper removal pricing starts in Addison. The type of paper, wall condition, and room size affect the final quote, which we give you in writing first.
Not sure which of these fits your job? Call (708) 815-7720. We'll price your Addison wallpaper removal in about five minutes.
What Makes Addison Wallpaper Different
Addison homes have wallpaper from every decade since the 1950s. Some layers are five deep, and some are glued to plaster instead of drywall.
Multiple layers of paper
Older Addison homes often have wallpaper layered on top of wallpaper. We peel it all off, layer by layer, until we hit the bare wall.
Glue on plaster walls
Plaster walls hold adhesive differently than drywall. We use steam to break the bond so the paper comes off without gouging the plaster.
Vinyl and foil papers
Vinyl and foil wallpaper don't absorb steam the same way. We score those surfaces first so steam can get behind the paper.
We also check the wall condition once the paper is down. Many Addison homes need drywall repair before primer can go on.
How We Remove Wallpaper in Addison
Eight steps, same order every time, whether it's one room or a whole house in Addison.
Inspect the room
We check the paper type, wall condition, and count how many layers are there.
Protect the room
Furniture moved and covered. Floors sheeted with drop cloths.
Score the paper
We use a scoring tool to puncture the paper so steam can penetrate.
Steam and soak
A steamer loosens the adhesive. We let it sit so the paper comes off in sheets.
Scrape the paper
Wide scrapers remove the paper without damaging the wall underneath.
Wash and rinse
We wash the bare wall to remove glue residue and rinse it clean.
Patch and prime
Holes filled and sanded. Primer goes on the whole wall.
Walkthrough and cleanup
Debris removed, floors cleaned, and we walk the room with you.
The Addison Rooms We Strip Wallpaper From
Most Addison wallpaper removals happen in one of these three settings.
Bedrooms and living rooms
The most common job. Bedrooms and living rooms with outdated paper stripped and walls primed for interior painting.
Kitchens and bathrooms
Grease and humidity make wallpaper harder to remove. We use extra steam and scrub the walls clean.
Hallways and stairwells
Tight spaces with high walls. We set up scaffolding and work carefully in the narrow areas.
A Crew That Knows How to Strip Paper Without Damaging Walls
We're based at 541 Winston Dr in Melrose Park. Addison is a short drive down Lake Street, which means we can get out for a quote within a day or two of your call.
Wallpaper removal is slow, careful work. We don't rush it because the wall underneath matters more than the speed of the job. We use steam, not harsh chemicals, so the drywall stays intact. The people who quote the job are the people who do the stripping.
Many Addison customers add exterior painting or deck staining once the interior work wraps up.
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Wallpaper Problems vs. Walls Ready for Paint
People call us with these complaints about their wallpaper. We fix them all.
The problem
Old wallpaper edges curl up or seams separate. Paint won't cover it.
Water stains and smoke marks show through the paper or the paint over it.
Bold patterns and textured wallpaper require removal before paint can go on.
What you get
All the paper removed. The wall is clean and ready for primer.
Water stains sealed with shellac primer so they don't come through.
Primer goes on the bare wall so paint or new paper has a surface that holds.
True on every Addison wallpaper removal we do:
What Addison Walls Look Like When We Leave
Bare, smooth, and primed. No leftover paper, no glue residue, no damage.
What Addison Customers Say About Wallpaper Removal
Most of our Addison wallpaper removal comes from homeowners who tried DIY first and quit. We hear that story a lot.
Other Addison Work We Do Alongside Wallpaper Removal
Once the wallpaper is down, many Addison homeowners ask about other rooms or services.
Interior painting
Walls painted after wallpaper removal. See interior painting in Addison.
Popcorn ceiling removal
Textured ceilings removed. See popcorn ceiling removal in Addison.
Cabinet painting
Kitchen cabinets in Addison painted and sprayed. See cabinet painting in Addison.
Basement painting
Basement walls and ceilings painted. See basement painting in Addison.
We cover all of DuPage County. Find more on our Addison painting page and the Cook County service area.
Wallpaper Removal in Addison, IL: Common Questions
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Get Your Wallpaper Removed in Addison
Free estimate, steam not chemicals, walls primed and ready. Book online and take $50 off.