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A popcorn ceiling removal cost averages from $700 to $1,700. It can be as low as $50 to $100 or as high as $3,000 for an asbestos popcorn ceiling.
Most contractors charge approximately $1 to $3 per square foot for a popcorn ceiling removal or $14 to $40 per hour. This amount would include scraping and disposing of the debris, planning, area preparation, and the subsequent cleaning up.
For example, if the process takes about 20 hours of work for a 500-square foot space, you can expect to pay between $300 to $750 as labor cost.
A basic new paint job on your ceiling would cost you around $75 to $130 on average. Remember that rooms with high ceilings can cost you an additional $50 to $150.
Also, most professionals charge $75 to $125 for furniture removal. It’s a good idea to remove the furniture yourself if you want to cut down on some renovation costs.
The total cost depends on the size of the room, the quality and age of the popcorn ceiling, the presence or absence of asbestos, if there is any painting work involved and your zip code.
You also have to include the cost of supplies, such as plastic sheeting, scrapers, a putty knife, drop cloths, painter’s tape, tools to gouge the ceiling, ladders, and protective gear.
If you have a ceiling containing asbestos, you will have to shell out more money. The removal of this dangerous carcinogen needs to be carried out carefully with all the proper safety gear in place. And disposal must be done in batches to avoid health risks to anyone around.
Once you have established whether your popcorn ceiling contains asbestos or not through a testing kit, the next step is to remove it.
There are generally five basic steps to removing a popcorn ceiling:
Your complete cost takes into account a number of factors, such as the total square footage of your ceiling, the scope of renovation, your zip code, local labor costs and the finishing details – just to name a few.
To get a general idea, check out the table below for an estimate on how the cost varies according to city and project size.
City | Size of Project | Average Estimated Cost (USD) |
---|---|---|
Birmingham, Alabama | Small Medium Large |
$299 $628 $1,615 |
Des Moines, Iowa | Small Medium Large |
$325 $683 $1,756 |
San Francisco, California | Small Medium Large |
$363 $762 $1,960 |
A popcorn ceiling – also called a cottage cheese or acoustic ceiling – has the look and feel similar to popcorn, hence the name. Textured ceilings were hugely popular in the 20th century because the texture could hide imperfections such as nail holes, screws and water damage spots. Today, however, popcorn ceilings have lost all their charm.
In fact, such an outdated ceiling lowers a house’s value on the market. It’s a big no-no to potential home buyers.
Since repairing or even repainting an aging popcorn ceiling can be expensive, it’s best to replace it altogether. This is especially necessary if the owner is planning to sell the house for a good return on investment.
Removing your popcorn ceiling can cost a lot more if you don’t plan your home improvement well. Acquiring a free estimate will help you create a realistic budget, do the right groundwork, and use the right methods and materials.
Naturally, you have to know the approximate cost to calculate what you can afford to spend. That’s also the best way to ensure that you don’t stumble across any unwelcome surprises during the execution of your project.
Getting an estimate through Kukun’s popcorn ceiling removal cost estimator is easy. Just follow the steps below to get your custom, personalized total cost in minutes!
1. Enter the size of property by choosing any of the following:
Keep in mind that the scope of renovation involves scraping popcorn ceilings and getting them ready for a fresh coat of paint. This project doesn’t include priming and painting your newly smoothed-out ceiling. Know that minimum charges may apply for small jobs.
2. Enter property details
Enter the full address to get the recoup value of your house aka ROI or just give zipcode to get just the renovation cost estimate.
And there you go! An estimate for your popcorn ceiling removal cost is ready!
With this estimate, you can analyze your finance options or hire a professional to get started on the work right away.
We are happy to offer you options for professional remodeling contractors who have worked in your neighborhood and who have been vetted by your neighbors and your city. You can explore the contractor's profile, check out their online reviews, view all their previous permits, and then ask around your vicinity about whether you should hire them.
It’s very important that you plan your popcorn ceiling removal well in advance. Here are some tips to make the process easy, quick, and safe:
These steps will help you avoid unexpected hassles and issues and make your popcorn ceiling removal project go smoothly.
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