Is $1,500 to install 1/4 drywall overlay with level 5 finish on ceilings a fair price?
Project Details
The house had popcorn ceilings that had been painted over approximately five times. The homeowner chose a 1/4 drywall overlay to avoid the mess of removal and was satisfied with the dust control provided by an electric sander with a vacuum attachment.
Quote Details
Overlay roughly 950 sqft of ceiling with 1/4 inch drywall and apply a level 5 finish. - 1/4 inch drywall overlay - Level 5 finish - Covers existing painted popcorn ceiling - Labor cost only; materials are additional
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Category
Other
Price
$1,500
Quote Date
April 8, 2026
Year Built
1967
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