Wallpaper Removal in Columbia, SC
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Licensed & Insured · Serving the Columbia area
What’s included
- Score the wallpaper surface to let water penetrate
- Apply removal solution or hot water to saturate the adhesive
- Strip the paper in sections without gouging the drywall underneath
- Wash walls to remove all adhesive residue
- Skim-coat or sand any damaged areas smooth
- Apply a sealing primer before paint or new wallpaper
How it works
Score and soak
We lightly score the surface, then apply removal solution and let it soak in to break down the adhesive before stripping.
Strip and clean
We peel the paper in sections and wash the walls thoroughly to remove every trace of adhesive that would cause paint to bubble or peel.
Repair and prime
We skim or sand any torn drywall paper or uneven spots and apply a sealing primer so the wall is ready for its next finish.
Problems we fix
- Adhesive residue left on the wall that makes paint lift and bubble later
- Drywall paper tearing when paper was hung directly over unprimed drywall
- Multiple layers of old wallpaper that require repeated soaking and stripping
- Mold growing behind wallpaper in humid rooms that wasn't visible during installation
Wallpaper Removal in Columbia — FAQ
Can you always remove wallpaper without damaging the wall?
Not always. Paper hung directly to unprimed drywall (common in older installations) can pull the drywall paper facing off. We work carefully and can skim-coat any damage.
What if there are multiple layers of wallpaper?
We strip one layer at a time. Multiple layers take more time but are manageable. Each layer gets soaked and removed before we move on.
Do I need to prime after wallpaper removal?
Yes, always. The wall needs a sealing primer to lock down any remaining adhesive and even out the surface porosity before painting.
Wallpaper Removal across Columbia
Columbia's long, hot, humid summers are hard on homes — HVAC strain, swollen doors, deck and fence wear, and moisture around windows and caulk are all common. Older in-town neighborhoods bring hardwood floors, plaster and original millwork, while the Northeast and the Lake Murray side add newer builds with their own needs. Our pros are comfortable with both.
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