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The Builders & Cleaners
4.9(
94
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Serving Fairfield, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Reached out to get our gutters cleaned. David was very responsive and offered a reasonable rate. Did the job quickly and thoroughly, sent lots of pictures and video of the finished work. Very satisfied, would definitely recommend"
Dust out from the ductwork
Dust out from the ductwork
Clean vent
Clean vent
Dust in the return

+1765

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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John's Final Touch Painting & Contracting, LLC
4.8(
53
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Serving Fairfield, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John and his crew were quick and efficient. They did a great job and finished on time."
Interior Painting.
Interior Painting.
Interior Painting.
dining room
living room

+40

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Taylor Painting
4.9(
96
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Serving Fairfield, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Larry Taylor is an excellent painter. He did a beautiful job painting my kitchen, including walls, ceiling, moldings (ceiling and floor) and 4 doors. He was always on time, professional, friendly and polite. He is meticulous, very precise - he did not cut corners. He is also very neat - there was nothing to clean when he was done each day. His price was competitive and fair. I recommend Larry without hesitation and will ask him back for future projects."
home NEW CANAAN
Exterior painting 6
Interior painting
Greenwich
Taylor painting

+51

Response time5 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Gutierrez Painting & Home Services
4.9(
19
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Serving Fairfield, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ricardo was terrific--on time, timely responses to any questions and high quality work. Would use him again on other projects."
Multiple Projects
Multiple Projects
Wall paper
Wall paper
Exterior Paint

+10

Response time11 hrs
Response rate94%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Masters Home Improvement
4.9(
55
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Serving Fairfield, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did a beautiful job for our wallpaper installation. Showed up on time. Would definitely hire again."
Response time3 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Jim-House Construction LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Fairfield, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jim and his team did a wonderful job on my entertainment room! They are very professional, dedicated, and meticulous on how the work gets done. I will be using them again for my other projects "
Exterior Home Remodel of Stairs
Exterior Painting Project
Before Project
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+19

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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FAQs for wallcovering or wallpaper removal projects in Fairfield, CT

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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