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Popcorn Ceiling Removal

Removal of dated popcorn and stipple ceilings, refinished smooth or re textured, for commercial, multi family, and tenant spaces.

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Popcorn ceiling removal takes off the dated, sprayed on stipple texture and refinishes the ceiling to a smooth, modern surface. Pristine Drywall scrapes, skims, and refinishes popcorn and stippled ceilings for property managers, general contractors, and developers. Every ceiling is masked and contained, scraped back, then skim coated and finished to a clean, paint ready surface.

Scope of work

What our popcorn removal crews deliver

  • Containment and floor protection before any scraping
  • Asbestos testing coordinated on older ceilings before removal
  • Wet scrape removal of sprayed stipple texture
  • Skim coat and Level 4 or Level 5 refinishing
  • Re texture to a new pattern where requested
  • Repair of gouges and damage from removal
  • Stain blocking primer before paint
  • Dust controlled work with sealed barriers

The details

Popcorn ceiling removal questions, answered

Does my popcorn ceiling contain asbestos?

Popcorn ceilings installed before the 1990s can contain asbestos, so an older ceiling should be tested before any removal. If a test comes back positive, abatement has to be handled by a licensed contractor first. We do not scrape an untested older ceiling, and we coordinate testing before the work starts.

How is popcorn texture removed?

The texture is lightly misted with water to soften it, then scraped off the board by hand so the gypsum underneath is not damaged. The ceiling is then skim coated, sanded, and finished smooth, or re textured to a new pattern if that is what you want.

Can the ceiling be left smooth instead of re textured?

Yes. After scraping, we skim coat and finish the ceiling to a smooth Level 4 or Level 5 surface, which is the modern look most clients ask for. We can also apply a fresh texture if you prefer to keep a pattern.

How it works

Four steps from bid package to final inspection

01

Request a Quote

Send the drawings or call to confirm scope and book a site walk within 6 business hours.

02

Consultation

Meet on site with your dedicated project manager. Written estimate in 48 to 72 hours.

03

Project Execution

Containment set, crews on site, daily progress updates, and a clean site every shift.

04

Final Inspection

Walk through with your PM. Deficiencies corrected before sign off. Final 10% on approval.

Why Pristine

Built for a clean, modern ceiling

Tested before scraped

We confirm older ceilings are tested for asbestos before any removal begins.

Dedicated project manager

Daily communication, weekly updates, and direct phone access on every job.

Smooth or re textured

Finished smooth to a modern Level 5, or re textured to the pattern you choose.

Owner involved on every job

A direct line to the owner and estimator, so questions get fast answers and decisions never wait.

Proof on site

Recent commercial ceiling work

Case study · Commercial renovation

Alexander College Interior Renovation

Interior renovation with ceiling scraping, skim coating, and smooth refinishing as part of a full commercial fit out. Completed on schedule and inspection ready.

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★★★★★

"Immaculate job done and exceptional quality. Everything was completed on time, and all the details were handled precisely. Highly recommended for any drywall related work."

Aryan M.Verified client · 5-star review
5-Star Google Rated WorkSafeBC in Good Standing Fully Insured BC Building Code Compliant

Questions

Popcorn ceiling removal FAQ

Popcorn ceilings look dated, trap dust, are hard to clean, and yellow over time. A smooth ceiling looks modern, reflects more light, and is far easier to maintain, which is why most owners refinish them during a renovation.

It can be, which is why containment matters. We mask walls and fixtures, cover floors, and wet scrape to keep dust down, then clean the space at the end of every shift so the mess stays inside the work area.

For any ceiling that may predate the 1990s, yes. Older sprayed texture can contain asbestos, so it must be tested before removal and abated by a licensed contractor if positive. We coordinate the test before scheduling the scrape.

Yes. We contain the work area with poly barriers and protect floors and fixtures, so popcorn removal can happen around occupied or finished spaces with controlled dust and minimal disruption.

Most ceilings are scraped, skim coated, and finished over a few days, with drying time between coats and before paint. After the site visit we give a written schedule with the estimate so the timeline is clear up front.