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Kelly A Francis Paint
4.9(
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Serving Providence, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent! Kelly did a great job painting and cleaning up. She painted one bathroom and the finished basement. She also took down the exterior shutters, repainted them and put them back up. Would definitely hire again!"
Recommended by96%of homeowners
OCEAN STATE PROPERTY SERVICES
5.0(
89
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Serving Providence, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 1982

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"George has provided handyman services at my home in the past. Early 2021, I hired Ocean State Property Services to do a kitchen renovation. It did not go as planned due to supply chain disruption and freight carrier delays that resulted in my cabinets arriving damaged from the manufacturer, this did not sit well with OSPS and they quit the job early. George and his team did a great job with the demolition, plumbing and industry connections (i.e. flooring, countertops, plastering). The downside was inefficient communication and negative attitude stemming from the contractor's frustration. In the end, George did not complete the job but left on amicable terms. I would hire George again for another job that had "less moving parts" to it. PS His helpers are fantastic!"
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+4

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Vargas Services
4.8(
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Serving Providence, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

"Vargas Services painted the entire interior and replaced all of the flooring in our 2 bedroom townhouse (aprox 1300 sq ft.). Amazing attention to detail, incredibly responsive, and highly professional. The work that Emilio and his team did exceeded our expectations and we would immediately turn to them if we were to have any additional renovation needs. My wife and I are 100% satisfied with the finished work and will recommend Vargas Services to family and friends. 5 Stars!!!"
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+4

Recommended by90%of homeowners
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JJJ Painting & Construction
4.7(
85
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Serving Providence, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Thank you for considering JJJ Painting & Construction for all of your remodeling and renovation needs. We are a family run company, dedicated to customer satisfaction. Here at JJJ we are known to take immense pride in EVERYTHING we do. We use the best quality materials available (usually Pittsburgh, Sherwin Williams, or Benjamin Moore) for our residential painting. We give each and every project 110% percent, no matter the size. Our job is not complete until you're completely satisfied. We want you to reap the benefits of our labor whether entertaining or relaxing in your beautiful new space! Give us a call today for a FREE Detailed Competitive Estimate.

Recommended by92%of homeowners
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CertaPro Painters® of Southern Rhode Island
4.4(
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Serving Providence, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It went very well. We had one unfortunate thing occur. The second day of painting, the gas company decided to teat up our street causing clouds of dirt to fly all day. We had to tell the paint crew not to paint that day when they arrived. They were pleasant about it, acted professionally and returned early the next day to get back to work."
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Recommended by85%of homeowners
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FAQs for wallcovering or wallpaper removal projects in Providence, RI

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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