Popcorn Ceiling Removal Highlands Ranch
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Highlands Ranch was built up fast. A huge number of the homes here went up in the late 1980s and through the 1990s, and builders used popcorn ceilings in almost every one of them because it was quick and saved money on finishing labor. Decades later, those same ceilings are still there in thousands of homes, and homeowners across Highlands Ranch are ready to get them removed. Popcorn ceiling removal in Highlands Ranch is something we do all the time, and we know exactly what these homes look like inside.
The good news is that most Highlands Ranch homes were built after 1978, which means the risk of asbestos in the ceiling texture is very low. That makes the removal process simpler and faster than it is in older homes. If you have been putting off this project, now is a great time to get it done. Drywall Contractor Services in Highlands Ranch As a licensed drywall contractor, we handle popcorn ceiling removal in Highlands Ranch along with all the finishing work that makes the end result actually look good. Scraping is the first step, but it is the skim coating and sanding that determines whether your ceiling ends up smooth and clean or rough and patchy. Our drywall contractor services in Highlands Ranch include:
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One thing we see often in Highlands Ranch homes is that the popcorn texture was sprayed directly over drywall without any primer first. That makes the ceiling paper more likely to tear during scraping. We work carefully and plan for extra patching on ceilings like this so the final result still comes out right.
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Painting Contractor Services in Highlands Ranch
Once the ceiling is smooth and dry, it needs paint to bring it all together. As a painting contractor serving Highlands Ranch, we can handle the painting right after the drywall work is finished. A lot of homeowners want to see the ceiling go from scraped to smooth to painted in one clean process, and we make that happen.
Our painting services for Highlands Ranch homes include:
Highlands Ranch homes tend to have open floor plans with large connected living and dining areas. Painting the ceiling in these spaces after removal makes a big visual impact because the smooth surface reflects light better and makes the whole room feel taller and brighter.
Our painting services for Highlands Ranch homes include:
- Ceiling painting after popcorn removal
- Primer coats over skim-coated and repaired surfaces
- Interior wall painting
- Low-VOC paint options for homes with kids and pets
Highlands Ranch homes tend to have open floor plans with large connected living and dining areas. Painting the ceiling in these spaces after removal makes a big visual impact because the smooth surface reflects light better and makes the whole room feel taller and brighter.
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Do Highlands Ranch Homes Have Asbestos in Popcorn Ceilings?
Most homes in Highlands Ranch were built after 1978, which is when the use of asbestos in ceiling texture products was phased out. If your home was built in the late 1980s or 1990s, the chances of asbestos in your popcorn ceiling are very low. This is one of the advantages of working in Highlands Ranch compared to older Denver suburbs.
That said, if you are not sure when your home was built, or if it was an early phase of Highlands Ranch development in the mid to late 1980s, testing is still a reasonable precaution. A certified lab test costs around $30 to $50 and takes the guesswork out of it completely.
We will let you know what we recommend based on the age of your home before we schedule any work.
That said, if you are not sure when your home was built, or if it was an early phase of Highlands Ranch development in the mid to late 1980s, testing is still a reasonable precaution. A certified lab test costs around $30 to $50 and takes the guesswork out of it completely.
We will let you know what we recommend based on the age of your home before we schedule any work.
What to Expect When We Remove Popcorn Ceilings in Your HomeThe most common question we get from Highlands Ranch homeowners is about the mess. Scraping a ceiling does create debris, but with the right prep it stays contained. Here is how we handle a typical job:
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Why highlands ranch Homeowners call Us first
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We have worked in homes throughout Highlands Ranch, from the older sections near Northridge and Eastridge to newer areas close to Backcountry and Firelight. We know the housing stock here, and we know what to expect when we walk through the door.
We also serve Littleton, Centennial, Parker, Castle Rock, and the surrounding Douglas County area. If you have family or neighbors nearby who need this work done, we are happy to help them too. |
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People Also Ask About Popcorn Ceiling Removal in Highlands Ranch
How much does popcorn ceiling removal cost in Highlands Ranch? Most Highlands Ranch homeowners pay between $1 and $3 per square foot. A standard bedroom runs around $200 to $400. Larger open-concept living areas, vaulted ceilings, and full-home projects will cost more. We give free, itemized estimates so you know exactly what the project will run before anything starts. My Highlands Ranch home was built in 1992. Does it have asbestos in the ceiling? Very unlikely. Asbestos was phased out of ceiling texture products after 1978, and your home was built well after that. The risk of asbestos in a 1992 Highlands Ranch home is extremely low. We can usually move forward without testing on homes built in the late 1980s or later, but we will confirm that when we come out for the estimate. |
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How do I prepare my home before the crew arrives?You do not need to do much. Moving small items off shelves in the room being worked on is helpful, but not required. We handle all the floor and furniture protection ourselves. If you have ceiling fans or light fixtures you are worried about, just let us know and we will take extra care around them.
Will removing the popcorn ceiling reveal problems underneath?Sometimes. Old water stains, repaired cracks, and uneven drywall tape can show up once the texture is gone. These are fixable and are part of what the skim coat process addresses. We will point out anything we see and let you know what the repair involves before we add it to the scope of work.
Can you match the texture on my walls after ceiling removal?Yes. If your walls have an orange peel or knockdown texture and you want the ceiling to match after removal, we can apply that same texture to the ceiling instead of a smooth finish. Some Highlands Ranch homeowners prefer this look, and it is something we do regularly.
What is the difference between orange peel and knockdown texture?Orange peel texture has small, uniform bumps that look like the skin of an orange. Knockdown texture has a flatter, more irregular pattern created by knocking down the peaks of applied compound with a trowel. Both are common in Highlands Ranch homes. If you want a smooth ceiling with no texture at all, we skim coat and sand until it is completely flat.
Do vaulted ceilings cost more to remove popcorn from?Yes, typically. Vaulted ceilings require scaffolding or taller ladders, take more time to work safely, and have more total surface area than a flat ceiling in the same room. Highlands Ranch homes with two-story entryways and great rooms with vaulted ceilings are something we are very familiar with. We factor this in when we give you your estimate.
Request a Free Popcorn Ceiling Removal Estimate in Highlands RanchIf you are ready to get rid of those ceilings, give us a call or fill out our contact form. We will schedule a free estimate at your Highlands Ranch home and give you honest pricing with no pressure.
We serve all of Highlands Ranch including zip codes 80126, 80129, 80130, and 80163, as well as Littleton, Centennial, Parker, and the rest of Douglas County.
Will removing the popcorn ceiling reveal problems underneath?Sometimes. Old water stains, repaired cracks, and uneven drywall tape can show up once the texture is gone. These are fixable and are part of what the skim coat process addresses. We will point out anything we see and let you know what the repair involves before we add it to the scope of work.
Can you match the texture on my walls after ceiling removal?Yes. If your walls have an orange peel or knockdown texture and you want the ceiling to match after removal, we can apply that same texture to the ceiling instead of a smooth finish. Some Highlands Ranch homeowners prefer this look, and it is something we do regularly.
What is the difference between orange peel and knockdown texture?Orange peel texture has small, uniform bumps that look like the skin of an orange. Knockdown texture has a flatter, more irregular pattern created by knocking down the peaks of applied compound with a trowel. Both are common in Highlands Ranch homes. If you want a smooth ceiling with no texture at all, we skim coat and sand until it is completely flat.
Do vaulted ceilings cost more to remove popcorn from?Yes, typically. Vaulted ceilings require scaffolding or taller ladders, take more time to work safely, and have more total surface area than a flat ceiling in the same room. Highlands Ranch homes with two-story entryways and great rooms with vaulted ceilings are something we are very familiar with. We factor this in when we give you your estimate.
Request a Free Popcorn Ceiling Removal Estimate in Highlands RanchIf you are ready to get rid of those ceilings, give us a call or fill out our contact form. We will schedule a free estimate at your Highlands Ranch home and give you honest pricing with no pressure.
We serve all of Highlands Ranch including zip codes 80126, 80129, 80130, and 80163, as well as Littleton, Centennial, Parker, and the rest of Douglas County.