Metropolitan Painting and Contracting is a family-owned business serving the New York, Long Island and surrounding areas since 1985. We are fully licensed and insured so feel safe knowing that you'll have professional contractor fulfilling your needs. Our residential and commercial services include professional interior painting for walls and trim, complete wall-to-wall room-to-room renovations including kitchen and bathrooms, marble and granite tiling and expert woodwork and floor finishing. Quality work. Customer satisfaction. 100% guaranteed.
"Men showed up the same day we requested a proposal from him and began the job with a few days. His crew was professional and took extra care with ensuring our personal items were properly protected while the work was going on. He completed the entire project within 2 weeks. He even addressed a roof leak that occurred while the work was going on and kept our stress Levels to a minimum. He took care of everything and kept us very happy. We look forward to hiring him for our next project in our home."
Patricia S on June 2019
Metropolitan Painting and Contracting is a family-owned business serving the New York, Long Island and surrounding areas since 1985. We are fully licensed and insured so feel safe knowing that you'll have professional contractor fulfilling your needs. Our residential and commercial services include professional interior painting for walls and trim, complete wall-to-wall room-to-room renovations including kitchen and bathrooms, marble and granite tiling and expert woodwork and floor finishing. Quality work. Customer satisfaction. 100% guaranteed.
"Men showed up the same day we requested a proposal from him and began the job with a few days. His crew was professional and took extra care with ensuring our personal items were properly protected while the work was going on. He completed the entire project within 2 weeks. He even addressed a roof leak that occurred while the work was going on and kept our stress Levels to a minimum. He took care of everything and kept us very happy. We look forward to hiring him for our next project in our home."
Patricia S on June 2019
Allied Construction covers all your construction needs from small renovations to building a home from the ground up. We are a small group of skilled tradesman located in the Capital Region of NY. We deal with customers one on one to make their plans and dreams a reality. We provide free estimates and accept major credit cards.
Allied Construction covers all your construction needs from small renovations to building a home from the ground up. We are a small group of skilled tradesman located in the Capital Region of NY. We deal with customers one on one to make their plans and dreams a reality. We provide free estimates and accept major credit cards.
DirectBuy of Albany saves you more on over 1 million goods, fixtures and appliances for your home and family. Our members select from over 700 top brand names straight from manufacturers and their authorized suppliers.
DirectBuy of Albany saves you more on over 1 million goods, fixtures and appliances for your home and family. Our members select from over 700 top brand names straight from manufacturers and their authorized suppliers.
No job to small or to big, available for contracting on all phases of painting . Staining, interior ,exterior, Decks. Drywall and plaster repair. Wall paper removal. commercial and residential . Very detailed in all phases. All work guaranteed for 6years exterior and 10 years interior. Best in buisness! SENIORS VETERANS AND FIRST TIME CLIENTS DICOUNTS: -). ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARDS EXCEPTED.
"House looks beautiful! Had front of the house painted, which included sanding and fixing damaged wood. Will be hiring again in the spring to have the remainder of the house painted. Had several quotes and Genesis provided the best rate."
Shannon M on October 2019
No job to small or to big, available for contracting on all phases of painting . Staining, interior ,exterior, Decks. Drywall and plaster repair. Wall paper removal. commercial and residential . Very detailed in all phases. All work guaranteed for 6years exterior and 10 years interior. Best in buisness! SENIORS VETERANS AND FIRST TIME CLIENTS DICOUNTS: -). ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARDS EXCEPTED.
"House looks beautiful! Had front of the house painted, which included sanding and fixing damaged wood. Will be hiring again in the spring to have the remainder of the house painted. Had several quotes and Genesis provided the best rate."
Shannon M on October 2019
10 employees. No subs. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. Ask about Angie's List discount.
10 employees. No subs. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. Ask about Angie's List discount.
self-employed with no employees, usually payed upon completion depending on size of job
self-employed with no employees, usually payed upon completion depending on size of job
We are a small family owned business, been in the contracting business fir over 25 years. There is no job too small for us. Being family owned we understand times are tough and you need to be able to get your money's worth. We always try to go that little extra mile to keep our customer happy. We can say we gaurantee our work.
We are a small family owned business, been in the contracting business fir over 25 years. There is no job too small for us. Being family owned we understand times are tough and you need to be able to get your money's worth. We always try to go that little extra mile to keep our customer happy. We can say we gaurantee our work.
Informative Home Inspections was created out of a passion for helping people through the excited but taxing task of moving. I offer home inspection to both clients who are purchasing homes and clients preparing to market their homes. Additionally, I offer auxiliary services to clients in need of help maintaining their homes or assistance in preparing them for market.
Informative Home Inspections was created out of a passion for helping people through the excited but taxing task of moving. I offer home inspection to both clients who are purchasing homes and clients preparing to market their homes. Additionally, I offer auxiliary services to clients in need of help maintaining their homes or assistance in preparing them for market.
Family owned and operated.
Family owned and operated.
Capital Region Masonry has the skills and equipment need to beautify your home. Since 2007 we have been severing the Albany and surrounding areas with quality work. We have always taken great pride in providing our customers with the best services and pricing in the industry. No matter how large or small your service needs might be, we'll always strive to provide you personalized, attentive, and affordable service. Our mission has been aimed at providing high quality service at an affordable price and complete customer satisfaction. Our commitment to your complete and total satisfaction begins the minute we meet you and continues well after the job has been completed. So please call today for a free consultation.
"Mario was very prompt and did a good job. He offered advice on maintenance and other stucco questions."
Brian H on May 2025
Capital Region Masonry has the skills and equipment need to beautify your home. Since 2007 we have been severing the Albany and surrounding areas with quality work. We have always taken great pride in providing our customers with the best services and pricing in the industry. No matter how large or small your service needs might be, we'll always strive to provide you personalized, attentive, and affordable service. Our mission has been aimed at providing high quality service at an affordable price and complete customer satisfaction. Our commitment to your complete and total satisfaction begins the minute we meet you and continues well after the job has been completed. So please call today for a free consultation.
"Mario was very prompt and did a good job. He offered advice on maintenance and other stucco questions."
Brian H on May 2025
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.