Professional Wallpaper Removal in San Francisco

Service Overview

Professional wallpaper removal is essential before installing new wallpaper or painting. Our team uses proven techniques to safely remove old wallpaper without damaging your drywall or plaster underneath. We leave walls smooth, clean, and ready for whatever comes next.

• Complete wallpaper removal from all wall surfaces
• Multiple layer removal (homes with several wallpaper layers)
• Adhesive residue cleaning and removal
• Drywall protection and repair if needed
• Surface smoothing and preparation for new finish
• Cleanup and debris disposal

Protecting Your Drywall

The biggest risk during wallpaper removal is damaging the drywall paper face underneath. Aggressive scraping or improper technique can gouge, tear, or delaminate the drywall surface, leading to costly repairs. Our team uses controlled steam application, proper scoring techniques, and patient removal methods that preserve your wall integrity.

For walls with stubborn adhesive or multiple layers, we apply specialized removal solutions that dissolve the paste without saturating the drywall. This controlled approach means less water damage risk and cleaner results.

Post-Removal Wall Preparation

After removal, walls often need additional preparation before they are ready for new wallpaper or paint. We offer complete post-removal prep including skim coating for uneven surfaces, sanding for smoothness, and priming for optimal adhesion of your new wall finish. This step is critical for achieving professional results with your next wallpaper installation.

Our Removal Process

1. Assessment of wallpaper type, adhesive, and number of layers
2. Protection of floors, trim, and adjacent surfaces
3. Scoring of wallpaper surface to allow solution penetration
4. Application of steam or removal solution as appropriate
5. Careful removal of wallpaper in sections
6. Adhesive residue cleaning and wall washing
7. Surface repair, smoothing, and priming as needed

Materials and Equipment

• Professional wallpaper steamers for efficient removal
• Enzyme-based removal solutions (low odor, safe)
• Scoring tools calibrated to avoid drywall damage
• Wide scrapers and specialty removal blades
• Drop cloths and floor protection systems
• Skim coating compounds for wall repair

Pricing Factors

• Room size and total wall area
• Number of wallpaper layers to remove
• Type of adhesive used (some are more stubborn)
• Wall condition underneath (repairs needed)
• Whether post-removal prep is included

Timeline

• Single room removal: typically 1 day
• Multiple layers or large rooms: 1-2 days
• Post-removal prep adds 1 additional day
• Combined removal + new installation: 2-4 days total

Areas We Serve