Is $8,950 to remove popcorn texture and skim coat ceilings a fair price?
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I recently bought a home (2/1.5 single-family) and all of the walls, including ceilings, are textured. The walls are orange peel and painted gray, but I plan to paint them white. I am questioning the value of professional removal because contractors stated they cannot achieve a level 4 finish.
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Labor and materials to remove popcorn texture from ceilings throughout a <1000 sq ft home. - Removal of existing popcorn texture - Skim coating of ceiling surfaces - Note: Contractors stated level 4 finish is nearly impossible to achieve - Labor cost: $7,500 - Estimated material cost: $1,200 - $1,450
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Category
Painting
Price
$8,950
Quote Date
April 19, 2026
Home Size
1,000 sq ft
Location
Interior
Square footage
1,000
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