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Walla Painting
4.9(
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Serving Indianapolis, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Just had our very-unattractive kitchen cabinets painted by Walla Painting. They did great work, communicated with me every step of the way, were neat and clean, went the extra mile—all the things you look for in a contractor. And now the cabinets look great! Definitely recommend Walla."
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
Comprehensive Services
5.0(
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Serving Indianapolis, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Comprehensive Services is a family owned and operated home repair and improvement company that has been serving Central Indiana since 1996. We offer a variety handyman, repair and home improvement services ranging from a simple paint job to an entire bathroom remodel. \n\nOur business philosophy is to properly assess each job to ensure a plan of action is agreed upon and the necessary time is taken to do the work correctly and to the customer's satisfaction. We believe that if you don't have time to do it right the first time, you won't have time to do it over. We have great attention to detail and a wide variety of experience and expertise in home repair and improvement. We believe in treating all individuals with respect and in a professional manner while providing personal and individualized service. We believe our handyman service is superior as we seem to have a knack for assessing and completing repairs others are unable, unsure, or unwilling to do. We find some home repairs require more time and tedious tasking than other handyman or repair companies are willing to commit to. We pride ourselves on the quality of our home repair and improvement work and will ensure the work area is as clean or cleaner than when we started. \n\nWe serve Marion, Southern Hamilton, Northern Johnson, and most of Hancock counties. Comprehensive Services received the Angie's List Super Service Award in 2000 through 2008 as well as 2010; fewer than 5% of all service providers on Angie's List qualify for this award!

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Greg Mrakich Painting LLC
4.9(
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Serving Indianapolis, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Greg the Painter answered our call for his professional help. We were in over our heads with two projects for our new home. We hired him because of his expertise in using a roller and brush. Our two projects that he completed in a remarkably timely fashion are stunning! Thank you!"
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Castellanos Services LLC / The Painters Crew
4.9(
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Serving Indianapolis, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Edgar and his crew were great. He responded same day to my request for a quote and came later that day to talk about the job. He got me the quote quickly, later that night, and we were able to schedule for the job to be done 2 days later. The quote was very fair and reasonable. The crew arrived on time and were efficient but fast. The areas they painted look fantastic. Will definitely use them again for future work!"
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Preferred Painting
5.0(
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Serving Indianapolis, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Trusted quality work (10 time Super Service Award Winner), interior and exterior. In business since 1983. Seven employees. The cost is determined per the job and there are no travel charges.

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Spectrum Residential Contracting
5.0(
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Serving Indianapolis, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

"Andrew was incredible, very thorough and professional and pleasant. He went above and beyond to help with tons of small things around the house as well. He did drywall, interior painting, and handyman services. The rooms he worked on look totally different and new and gorgeous. He fixed all the previous owner's damage to the walls as well as our move-in damage to the walls, including some pretty giant holes, and the painting has transformed the spaces from dark and dreary to bright, open, and livable."
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Pinnacle Painting Inc
5.0(
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Serving Indianapolis, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Pinnacle Painting prides itself on being among the best Indianapolis painters around providing superior workmanship and world class customer service to EVERY painting client. Pinnacle Painting has the experience and expertise to service all of your painting needs including both residential and commercial painting. At Pinnacle Painting we only use the very best materials and hire professional painters to make sure the job gets done right every time. We are committed to making every client not only a satisfied customer but also a raving fan.

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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FAQs for wallcovering or wallpaper removal projects in Indianapolis, IN

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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