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Wilbers Painting
4.9(
381
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Serving Springfield, VA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had to replace ceiling drywall that had broken through years ago and repaired temporarily. They did a wonderful job replacing the ceiling drywall, and painting the entire room "
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+166

Response time2 days
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Paint The DMV, LLC
4.9(
73
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Serving Springfield, VA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Marvin and his team did an amazing job. They were professional, prompt, and did an excellent job repairing drywall and painting. They were exceptionally neat and clean. We had to do nothing after they were finished. We look forward to them painting several other rooms in our house!"
Exterior Deck Staining
Front before. Needs cleaning, but some marks are from constant sun.
Before
Old deck that needed new stain. Started replacing bad boards
Final product

+29

Response time12 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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WOW 1 DAY PAINTING
4.9(
57
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Serving Springfield, VA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Quick estimate, good communication and quick start! Impressed with their professionalism and work. Crew also did a great job with prep and cleanup. Very happy."
Kitchen
4
Interior Roof
Interior ceiling painting
Interior ceiling painting

+50

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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360 Painting of Ashburn
4.8(
9
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Serving Springfield, VA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Abdil came promptly in spite of unexpected road work coming into property. He work efficiently, expertly, and very friendly. We are without water, but Abdul used his own water bottle to mix materials. I highly recommend this company as they are so so organized, responded first and offer the best service, at a reasonable price. Difficult to find great contractors, this is by far my best experience yet! I intend to be a repeat customer. Thank you for all you do!!!!!"
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Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Wall Wrappers
5.0(
4
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Serving Springfield, VA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had a large wallpaper install job and they installed every wall with excellence. Their attention to detail and professionalism keeps me calling back again and again. "
Response time5 hrs
Response rate94%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for wallcovering or wallpaper removal projects in Springfield, 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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