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Frank's Painting and Wallcovering
5.0(
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Serving Benicia, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Frank is great to work with! We had a variety of jobs for him: wallpaper removal, interior painting, and exterior repair and painting, and all were done with excellent results. Frank is fast, reasonable, and ultra-reliable. I look forward to working with him again."
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Response time2 days
Response rate90%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Hire My Husband LLC
4.5(
143
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Serving Benicia, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have been using Hire My Husband for years, and they do a great job every single time! I had a recent unexpected move, and they were able to accommodate my schedule so I didn't have to live out of boxes for too long. They hung a bunch of shelves, 2 medicine cabinets, a mirror and artwork. I really appreciate the prompt response and reasonable pricing. They were here for more than 5hrs and had all the tools & supplies to get everything done."
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IKEA closet system
Deck canopy
Stairwell handrail closed with drywall, painted & wood top cap
Crown Moulding installation

+59

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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PaintZen - San Francisco Bay
5.0(
7
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Serving Benicia, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I can't say enough awesome things about Paintzen - as an Interior Designer, it's really important for me to have reliable contractors who not only do exceptional work (which Paintzen's crews do) but also at fair prices for my clients. As a busy person I also really appreciate how consistent, responsive, and detail-oriented Paintzen's in-office team is. Stephen, the General Manager of the San Francisco brance, and Diane, my main point of contact here in SF, are both extremely professional, responsive, easy to work with, and hold the painters that get contracted through Paintzen to a very high standard.  <br /> <br /> Most ordinary jobs are able to be priced virtually, which saves a lot of time, but for anything involved or with specialized details, they are happy to come out to the job site for a proper estimate. And those estimates are very accurate with no surprises at the end of the project. Normally a paint crew can get started very soon after a project is booked, which is a dream for me and my clients because we can get progress started quickly. Also, I really appreciate that their painters are very punctual and almost always arrive right on time within their starting window, and finish on time too."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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A Better Choice Painting
4.5(
434
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Serving Benicia, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Guys did a great job as promised.  Took advantage of a $999 special; an additional $300 for extra exterior door painting.  Approximately $1000 in paint necessary but we chose top quality paint in lieu of having Better Choice select paint.  House was power washed and some trim replaced prior to painting.  Some delays due to the high temperatures we experienced that pushed out the job a couple of times. <br />"
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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BOB KUNST PAINTING INC
4.9(
18
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Serving Benicia, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1959

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The painters as usual were very profesional and we were pleased with the work.We have used Bob Kunst painting for the past 10 years after some bad experiences with other painters.Mike is an honest person and does his best to accomodate his customers.I called today for more painting on bathroom ceilings etc. <br />"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for wallcovering or wallpaper removal projects in Benicia, CA

You can determine your wall type through tactile and visual tests. Start by checking the surface by inserting a thumbtack, feeling the texture, tapping to listen for a hollow sound, and examining cut edges under outlet covers. Drywall feels soft with a hollow sound, while plaster is hard and solid. These checks are especially useful in older homes where plaster is more common.

After removing wallpaper, you can dispose of small amounts in your household trash. However, if you are removing wallpaper from your entire home, you’ll need to contact a waste removal service, rent a dumpster, or arrange a special pick-up with your municipality’s waste service. Wallpaper cannot be recycled, so it is important to keep it separate from the recycling stream to comply with local waste guidelines.

It takes a professional from several hours up to a full day to remove wallpaper from a single room. The removal duration depends on the type of adhesive, the age of the wallpaper, the condition of the wall, and the number of layers present. High ceilings and additional layers increase the time required, as extra care is taken to protect the wall surface while ensuring a complete removal.

Using fabric softener with water is an option for removing wallpaper, but its effectiveness is limited and depends on the type of wallpaper being used. This low-cost method is most effective on modern, less porous wallpaper and may not yield optimal results on vintage or textured varieties. It might also affect wall surface preparation for new coverings if the residue is not completely removed. For stubborn adhesive or textured surfaces, professional solutions are recommended to ensure a thorough removal without damaging the underlying wall.

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