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Gene's Painting
4.9(
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Gene’s Painting did a wonderful job painting the exterior of our house. Gene was very helpful with choosing paint colors. The crew was neat, friendly, and efficient. We’re very happy with the results and would hire them again!"
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Urbina's Painting Company
4.4(
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Juan Urbina did a horrid job on my fireplace surround first with inability to paint around the mantel and when that was apparent added inappropriate caulking which made the situation even worse. He kept trying different approaches, none of which worked. He seemed to be in over his head in a simple paint job. Told me that he was not licensed but that he and his cousins all worked under an uncles license! He has been unresponsive, unprofessional as well as inept. Beware that he could make a simple project worse rather than better"
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+74

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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INNOVATION PAINTING
4.8(
185
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Great work from Daniel and his team. Innovation Painting took care of our home in San Francisco. Prompt, friendly, and great attention to detail. After they were done painting, Daniel walked me around the property to go over things they uncovered while painting, like suggested repairs, which I very much appreciated. I would absolutely recommend Innovation Painting. Thanks!"
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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CertaPro Painters of San Francisco
4.9(
53
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"George and his team did a great job at a large interior condominium project. We couldn't have asked for more personal service and professionalism. We would highly recommend CertaPro again."
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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SOD Home Group
4.9(
232
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a really great time working with Oren and Michale. From the first time we talked to them to the very end, they were super good at what they do. T hey changed our old-looking house into a new, nice one that feels really welcoming. Our project included complete home remodeling, new roof, solar panels, new elevations for exterior walls, landscaping and hardscaping work. They did a very, very good job making everything look perfect and paying attention to every little thing. I think everyone should use them for their house!"
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Green Planet Remodeling
4.7(
294
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Green Planet Remodeling just completed our kitchen remodel and we couldn’t be happier with the results. They were upfront about costs, stuck to the schedule, and the quality of their work was excellent. The design process was collaborative — they really took the time to understand how we use our kitchen and gave us suggestions that made a big difference (hello, hidden spice rack!). They handled everything with professionalism and made what I thought would be a chaotic process feel pretty stress-free. No hidden fees, no runarounds, just good people doing great work!"
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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FAQs for wallcovering or wallpaper removal projects in San Francisco, CA

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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