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Milev Contracting
5.0(
71
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Nick from Milev construction was contracted to repair large hole in kitchen ceiling. The hole was the result of prior plumbing issue and needed to be re-drywalled. The work was done on Dec 3-4-2024. Nick did a fantastic job and I am very pleased with the results. I found Nick to be very professional and knowledgeable. I highly recommend Milev construction for any repair or painting job that you may need. I would hire him again for any further repairs or painting that I may need."
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 kitchen remodel
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+9

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Hutton Painting & Remodeling
4.6(
379
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team was extremely professional. They prepared all interior and exterior services thoroughly, taking off all old and peeling paint. They worked efficiently and were respectful of the tenants. They addressed all the issues we discussed in the contract and the result is a clean, refreshed inside and outside."
Shane meets Angie!
Response time5 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Bombardier Painting LLC
4.9(
138
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

"I was completely satisfied with the interior painting of 2 bathrooms and all the common area in my townhome. Jason sent a very professional crew that completed the job in two days. All of my expectations were met and would certainly hire Bombardier again.....highly recommended!"
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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SWEET SUCCESS CONTRACTORS
5.0(
503
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

"I was very happy to work with Chris and Paul at Sweet Success to convert a 48-year old woodworking machine shop into more livable space that has made me very happy (as did the cost and time involved). I really appreciate their thinking of everything and executing every aspect of their plan with exceptional workmanship. The entire crew was a pleasure to have in the house, and I look forward to completing additional projects that we have already discussed and scoped out."
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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ALWAYS PERFECT CONTRACTING INC
4.9(
249
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

"These guys are not only pros—they are true gutter artisans. After a decidedly frustrating experience with previous roofers, who were at best sloppy but in any case showed no pride in work, working with Ryan Hankey and Always Perfect Contracting has been a breath of fresh air. The work was a challenging replacement of a decayed and rotting box gutter on a circa 1850s historic home on a steep hillside with 36 stairs. There was no way to save the box gutter. Ryan and his team of Jeff and Dino worked long days in high heat and humidity to get the job done in two days. Not only did they replace the gutter, they remediated some of the sloppiness perpetrated by previous roofers at no extra cost. I got three bids on this project, and although Always Perfect Contracting was not the cheapest, the level of craftsmanship more than warranted the price differential. I cannot recommend these guys highly enough—7 stars (out of 5)."
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Egan Painting
5.0(
81
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great job done with interior painting and exterior painting. Jobs were finished in a timely manner with attention to detail and cleanup. I would not hesitate to hire Egan Painting for all my future projects."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Price & Vaughn Company
5.0(
25
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Serving Pittsburgh, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

"Price and Vaughn agreed to pick up an exterior painting and carpentry job that had already been contracted to someone who failed to perform at the high level of quality that had been promised. We were impressed with their eye for detail, the professional business manner, their treatment of their employees, and the overall outstanding end product. We called them back for 2 other jobs, and will call them again without question."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for wallcovering or wallpaper removal projects in Pittsburgh, PA

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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