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Showstopper Painting
4.7(
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Serving Norfolk, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Project went well. Painters arrived and applied plastic cover to side of house to protect against overspray. Overall, very professional job. It was a little disappointing that the owner didn't follow up with visit or call."
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+21

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Wilbers Painting
4.8(
402
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Serving Norfolk, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great paint job two floors two colors about 20 hrs of work can't beat speed or price. I will be using them for my third floor and garage. My only suggestion would be for the company to use a service like [*** Link removed ***] to handle schedules and contract paperwork."
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Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Tape 22 Inc
5.0(
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Serving Norfolk, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Tape 22 is Hampton Roads? most reliable team for professional drywall, painting, and multi-trade repairs. Since 2019, we?ve helped homeowners, property managers, and contractors keep their spaces looking sharp with fast response times, clean workmanship, and consistent results. Our skilled crews handle everything from small patches to full-scale drywall & repainting packages and improvements ? all delivered with professionalism, clear communication, and a commitment to doing the job right the first time.

Response time8 hrs
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Ray's Painting
5.0(
10
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Serving Norfolk, VA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"All around great guy, texted him with short notice and got right back to me. He did amazing work and got it done even before he said it would be done. I would definitely recommend him for your painting needs. Great work"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Always Painting By Tommy
4.8(
26
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Serving Norfolk, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

"Tom and Lou did a great job.  Starting at 9 AM every day and working until 4 or 5 PM.  Everything had to be just perfect.  Anything I could not do for myself, they did for me such as moving kitchen table and heavy appliances into a different room and many little things.  Every night they made sure all was cleared up and ready for the next day.  Once the cabinets had completely dried, Tom came back and installed all the knobs.  I definitely will hire Always Painting by Tommy to do more painting in my home at a later date.
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
Carl Johnson Professional Wallcovering
5.0(
4
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Serving Norfolk, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Carl Johnson Professional Wallcovering offers fast, friendly and courteous service. We use only the best products and are always eager to answer your questions and concerns. We have built our reputation on our commitment to providing quality service, which has earned us an impressive reputation with many valuable customers. We take pride in delivering value through top quality, dependable work with excellent price and reliable, honest service!

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Changing Colors Painting
4.9(
22
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Serving Norfolk, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Over promised and under delivered. Originally said they could have my whole front porch painted . Came to the job and then said they couldn't paint the ceiling (after I ran out and bought more paint). 4 hours into the project they said they would have all of the white trim painted by the time they left. Only completed 3/4ths of the white trim."
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FAQs for wallcovering or wallpaper removal projects in Norfolk, VA

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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