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Avatar for Covenant Painting & Remodeling
Covenant Painting & Remodeling
5.0(
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

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Customers say: True professional

"Randy and son, Chris, arrived on time, or slightly earlier, daily, and this was highly appreciated. They prepped the kitchen, kitchen island, butler pantry, and master bathroom cabinet areas, primed and painted the wood surfaces in the colors we chose. All was completed to our total satisfaction, and we highly recommend their services!"
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+18

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Elite Painting & Coating
5.0(
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very conscientious job painting the deck and the house trip. Even Repaired some termite damage. On times, hard workers and pleasant. Would definitely recommend!"
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+75

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Clean Hands Painting & Construction LLC
4.8(
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company performed a stellar job . I was impressed by the quality of the work , the professionalism and the communication . Mr. Green was very thorough and detailed , kept me appraised of every step of the job and explained to me what needed to be done and why. They started on a Saturday, showed up every day at exactly the time they said they were showing up. For a potentially messy job, they left the house clean , covering the floor every morning and removing the cover every day at the end of the day . The workmanship was also excellent. I will hire them again ."
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+17

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Eddy's Painting LLC
5.0(
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were prompt for the estimate and both work days. Fidel and his crew were professional and did a good job to not make any messes with paint or stain. They worked very hard in the hot sun and cleaned up their work areas both days. Fidel was easy to work with and got back in touch with us quickly. We are very happy with Fidel and Eddy's Painting & Restoration. We will definitely hire them again in the future. Highly recommend."
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+28

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JLP Custom Paint
4.9(
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Serving Raleigh, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I could not have picked a better company. My wife passed unexpectedly and I no longer wanted to stay in our home. As I was getting ready to put it on the market I contacted JLP to refinish some kitchen cabinets as well as remove wall paper and repaint two bathrooms and kitchen along with painting several other rooms. They were very considerate to me during this time not only professionally but personally as well. They did an outstanding job. I put the house on the market in April and had it sold in May. I am positive that their work helped sell the home. I could not ask for a better example of high quality work with a personal touch at an affordable price. I would absolutely hire them again and highly recommend them."
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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FAQs for wallcovering or wallpaper removal projects in Raleigh, NC

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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